Jewel Mix

Family: Tropaeolaceae Flower / Herb

Planting Schedule

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A jewel-bright cascade of blooms and tender leaves, Jewel Mix bursts with peppery, garden-fresh flavor that feels vivid and alive.

Expect a lively mix of colors—sunlit oranges, warm reds, and creamy yellows—paired with crisp, succulent texture that holds its snap from garden to bowl. Grow it for striking edible flowers and flavorful foliage in salads, garnishes, and quick pickling, or let the trailing plants spill over containers and beds for nonstop color.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 45 DaysHabit: Spreading

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Jewel Mix Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Direct Sow	Jun 1st	Jul 16th – Aug 1st
Zone 2a	Direct Sow	May 25th	Jul 9th – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jun 29th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jun 29th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Direct Sow	May 19th	Jul 3rd – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jun 29th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Direct Sow	May 13th	Jun 27th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Direct Sow	May 8th	Jun 22nd – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Direct Sow	May 4th	Jun 18th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Direct Sow	May 1st	Jun 15th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Direct Sow	Apr 25th	Jun 9th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Direct Sow	Apr 20th	Jun 4th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Direct Sow	Apr 10th	May 25th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Direct Sow	Apr 1st	May 16th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Direct Sow	Mar 23rd	May 7th – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Direct Sow	Mar 6th	Apr 20th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Direct Sow	Feb 9th	Mar 26th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	Continuous Production
Zone 10b	Continuous Production
Zone 11a	Continuous Production
Zone 11b	Continuous Production
Zone 12a	Continuous Production
Zone 12b	Continuous Production
Zone 13a	Continuous Production
Zone 13b	Continuous Production

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	45
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Spreading
Support Needed	Trellis
Planting Depth	Surface
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	50
Min Night Temp (°F)	40
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Jewel Mix is a nasturtium built for eating: the blooms give you a spicy, floral brightness and the leaves keep a clean snap rather than collapsing into mush. Treat it like fresh pepper—add at the end or pickle briefly—so its heat stays vivid and the garnish doesn’t go dull.

Best Uses

scatter as a peppery confetti over fresh salads
float blooms and leaves on chilled plates with citrus vinaigrettes
quick-pickle the flower buds for punchy, crunchy garnish
use the leaves as a substitute for peppery greens in warm egg scrambles

Flavor Profile

peppery, watercress-like bite sweet floral aroma crisp, juicy leaf snap tender bloom petals with a mild heat finish

Kitchen Pairings

lemon olive oil goat cheese soft cheeses like ricotta hard cheeses like parmesan eggs

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease most commonly affects Tropaeolum majus (Jewel Mix), and how can I treat it?

Nasturtiums (Tropaeolum majus) are prone to aphids, which cluster on new growth and can distort leaves and buds. Spray aphids off with a strong jet of water, then repeat every 2–3 days for a week; if pressure is heavy, use insecticidal soap according to the label and target the undersides of leaves. Avoid overhead watering to reduce leaf spotting and keep air moving around plants.

How often should I water Tropaeolum majus during peak growth?

During active flowering and leaf growth, keep soil evenly moist but not soggy—water when the top 1 inch of soil feels dry. Aim for deep watering that wets the root zone, then let excess drain; consistently wet soil encourages stem rot in nasturtiums.

How do I know when Tropaeolum majus (Jewel Mix) is ready to harvest?

You can start harvesting around day 45, but pick as soon as flowers are fully open for best color and flavor. Harvest leaves and young stems after plants are well established (typically once they have several true leaves), before they turn tougher. For seed harvest, wait until the seeds develop and the pods dry on the plant.