Nasturtiums are perfect for the beginner gardener. From its leaves to flowers, this plant has something that everyone can enjoy! With so many benefits and potential uses in your garden it will be hard not to pick nasturtium as your next garden plant!
Do you want to grow nasturtium in your garden? Here are the best reasons and benefits!
1. Totally Edible
Nasturtium is one of the most versatile plants in existence! You can use it for both decoration and food.
The flowers are full of flavor with peppery undertones, while its seed pods have a mustard like taste that will amaze you on first bite (literally).
2. Easy To Grow
Nasturtium is one of the easiest herbs to grow. It’s so easy, even if you are new to gardening! Just toss some seeds in soil and they’ll sprout on their own.
This might be one great reason for adding this super herb into our gardens – it makes things simple as pie without any hassle at all!
3. Rich in Vitamins and Minerals
The leaves and flowers of nasturtium are a delicious addition to any dish! They’re rich in Vitamin C, iron as well other minerals like manganese. Adding these healthy plants can help you stay energized all day long.
4. Attract Pests
Nasturtiums are a great way to keep pests away from your garden. These plants attract bugs that might otherwise cause damage, like aphids or cabbage looper!
When planted in the ground near other fruits and vegetables it can help protect them by keeping pesky leafhoppers off of their leaves too.
5. Helps in Pollination
Growing nasturtiums is a great way to get pollinators in your garden. They can even lure bees, butterflies and hummingbirds with their bright colors! However be careful not use chemical fertilizers since it’s harmful for them.
6. Mild Fragrance
The flowers of this plant not only look dazzling but also spreads a pleasant mustard-like fragrance. They are great as cut flowers and can be used in perfumes due to its spicy edible scent!
7. Stops Invasive Weeds
Nasturtium is the perfect solution for a weed free garden. Just plant them in place of weeds and they will stop growing, or you can easily remove nasturtium when it’s time to plant something else again!
8. Grows in Poor Soil
Nasturtiums are an excellent plant for improving poor soil. You can place them in any dirt-filled hole, no matter how dry or compacted it may be!
9. Versatile Plant
Nasturtiums are a versatile plant that can be grown in many different ways. You could grow it as ground cover or you might want to try planting them for window boxes and hanging baskets, too!
10. Eco-Friendly Bug Repellent
Nasturtiums are a great plant for keeping pests at bay. All you need to do is take one cup of their flowers, leaves and buds place them in 1 liter boiling water cover it with lid.
Let this mixture steep for 15-20 minutes, and then strain it. Pour it in a spray bottle and you can use it to repel those pesky bugs.
11. Haircare
Nasturtium is one of the best ways to keep your hair healthy and shiny. You can apply a paste made from nasturtium leaves directly on the scalp for improved blood circulation and stimulating capillaries!
12. Antiseptic Properties
Have you ever thought of a way to clean and heal wounds? Well, try planting some nasturtiums. These plants have antimicrobial properties that will make them perfect for first aid!
13. Good For Skin
Nasturtium is a perfect solution for those who have tried and failed with other acne treatments. It works by fighting bacteria, so you can use it as an effective face mask to get rid of stubborn spots all over your skin!
14. Promotes New Blood Cells
Nasturtium is a plant that has been shown to promote the formation of new blood cells. It also aids in purifying and detoxifying your system, making it an excellent addition for anyone who wants healthier living!
15. Natural Antibiotic
Nasturtium is a plant that has many medicinal properties and can be used to treat a variety of different ailments. The best way to get these benefits? Chew on some fresh leaves every hour to drastically relieve your sore throat!
16. Effective Against Obesity
T. majus ethanol extract (TME) can be found in nasturtium flowers and has been studied as a potential remedial agent for the treatment of obesity.
According to recent research by the National Institutes on Health, TME appears capable against various forms or obesity – effectively combating its effects before they become severe!
17. Cough Suppressant
Nasturtium leaves are a natural home remedy for cough. It has been used since ancient times as it’s rich in expectorants, which can be found mostly in medicines designed to soothe and heal the respiratory system.
Drinking nasturtium tea is not only delicious but also gives relief against congestion by breaking up blockages within your airways.
18. Easy To Remove
The nasturtium is a plant that grows really easily, and the seeds are very small which means you can just pull them out of your garden without too much trouble.
19. Used as Capers
Nasturtiums have a more robust flavor than capers and can be used in many dishes to give your food that salty, tart kick you crave. They’re also rich with vitamin C so these flowers make an excellent addition for salads or sauces!
20. Nasturtium Butter
Nasturtium Butter is a favorite in our house. It’s so fresh and flavorful! To make the nasturtium butter, take 3-4 teaspoons of red, yellow or orange petals with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, ½ butter cup of unsalted butter and a bit of black pepper.
You can spread it on parchment or wax paper, make a roll and refrigerate for 1 hour until firm