Marbled White And Green Leaves Nasturtium

Marbled white and soft green foliage sets off the single cherry red blooms an unusual and coveted shade among nasturtiums which often tend toward scarlet tones.

Marbled white and green leaves nasturtium.

My nasturtiums planted several weeks ago from seed are several inches high and most of the plants appear healthy except for several that have largish 1 1 1 2 white or cream color blotches on the leaves almost resembling bleach marks. Provide nutrient poor soil for best show as fertile soils promote lush leaves at the expense of flowers. Variegated naturtium leaves are fragrant with a mustard like scent. Alaska nasturtium have green and white marbled leaves that contrast nicely with its bright 2 inch yellow orange and crimson blooms.

Add to this vivid multicoloured blooms flowering above the foliage and an unforgettable sight is produced. Provide nutrient poor soil for best show as fertile soils promote lush leaves at the expense of flowers. They grow in lush clusters and are small and delicate reaching around 15 centimeters in diameter. The leaves and flowers of this plant are edible and have the peppery taste of watercress.

Marbled white and soft green foliage sets off the single cherry red blooms an unusual and coveted shade among nasturtiums which often tend toward scarlet tones. Variegated nasturtium leaves are circular shield shaped leaves that grow on a trailing plant.