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Tropaeolum majus 'Cherry Rose Jewel'

Family Tropaeolaceae
Plant Type tender perennial
Zone USDA:   10a - 11   RHS:   HH - FT   EGF:   G1 - G2   Australia:   4 - 5  
Care Level
Height 25 - 40 cm (10 - 16 in)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral

Description The tender perennial Tropaeolum majus 'Cherry Rose Jewel' (nasturtium) bears showy, bright red, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms. This plant is clump forming and has showy, matte and medium textured foliage that is variegated faded green in colour.
Typical Uses Bedding plant, border, container, edging, hanging basket and vegetable garden.
Special Characteristics This tender perennial attracts hummingbirds to your garden.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Tropaeolum majus 'Cherry Rose Jewel' (nasturtium) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.