Tropaeolum majus (dwarf)
A non-trailing mixture with single flowers and a beautiful range of colours in bright yellow, orange and red tones. Ieal for tubs and window boxes. The leaves and flowers are edible and have a cress-like taste. Improved germination is achieved by pre-cooling the moist seeds for 5 days at 5 °C.
Characteristics
Botanical name: Tropaeolum majusUse: Balcony, Edible blossomFlower colour: orange, yellowHeight in cm: 60Vegetation period: annual
Cultivation
Planting distance (cm): 30 x 30Seed required for 1000 plants (g): 200Sowing depth: ca. 1 cm
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Origin
Multiplier: De Bolster, Gärtnerei der Lebensgemeinschaft Sassen / Bernd Schmidt, Gartnerei Spiren / Per Andersen, Heiko Pohl, Maatschap Westers Bio-Akkerbouw, Peter Kiefer, Waldhof / Thomas MauerCerifications: Bioland, Demeter, EU Bio
