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nasturtium
noun
nas·tur·tium
nə-ˈstər-shəm 
na-
: any of a genus (Tropaeolum of the family Tropaeolaceae, the nasturtium family) of herbs of Central and South America with showy spurred flowers and pungent edible seeds and leaves
especially
: either of two widely cultivated ornamentals (T. majus and T. minus)
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Speight recommends growing companion plants that deter pests, such as marigolds, daffodils, or nasturtiums.
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Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 2 June 2026
Sunflowers reciprocate by providing shade for nasturtiums and extending their bloom time into fall.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 28 May 2026
During the summer, the garden blooms with pollinator-friendly plants like nasturtiums, begonias and alyssum, creating a vibrant ecosystem that staff harvests daily.
—Sara Rosenthal, Denver Post, 27 May 2026
Scheufele suggests planting low-growing, short-season flowers like sweet alyssum or nasturtium seeds at the same time as tomato seedlings.
—Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 21 May 2026
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Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 2 June 2026
Sunflowers reciprocate by providing shade for nasturtiums and extending their bloom time into fall.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 28 May 2026
During the summer, the garden blooms with pollinator-friendly plants like nasturtiums, begonias and alyssum, creating a vibrant ecosystem that staff harvests daily.
—Sara Rosenthal, Denver Post, 27 May 2026
Scheufele suggests planting low-growing, short-season flowers like sweet alyssum or nasturtium seeds at the same time as tomato seedlings.
—Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 21 May 2026
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“Nasturtium.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nasturtium. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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nasturtium
noun
nas·tur·tium
nə-ˈstər-shəm
na-
: any of a genus of herbs with showy flowers and edible sharp-tasting seeds and leaves
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