Elf's Cap Nasturtium is a dwarf variety of Tropaeolum minus that reaches 60 inches tall with a compact 24-inch spread, producing cheerful blooms from summer through fall over 70 to 84 days from seed. This deer-resistant flower thrives in full sun with moderate water and attracts pollinators throughout the growing season. With its charming name and tidy habit, it brings consistent color to gardens without demanding excessive attention or fertilizer.
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Full Sun
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60in H x 24in W
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Elf's Cap Nasturtium grows best in lean soil with minimal feeding, actually producing fewer blooms if you fertilize too generously. Once established, it tolerates drought well, though consistent watering can encourage even more flowering. Direct sowing after the last frost is the easiest route, and aphids are its main pest concern, though ladybugs often arrive naturally to help manage them.
As an ornamental flower, Elf's Cap Nasturtium is grown for its summer through fall blooms, attracting pollinators to gardens and containers.
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Sow seeds in pots 2 to 4 weeks before your last frost date. Keep soil at 65°F and expect sprouts in 7 to 14 days.
Transplant outdoors after your last frost date.
Direct sow after your last frost date. This is the recommended method for Elf's Cap Nasturtium.
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