The name “nasturtium” comes from the Latin words for nose (nas), and tortum (twist), which essentially translates to “twisted nose.” Many believe it was named for the reaction on a person’s face after biting into the peppery, bittersweet leaves. In addition, a unique trait of Nasturtium leaves is that they are superhydrophobic, meaning the leaves contain waxy nanostructures that prevent water from absorbing through the top of the leaf. This process also cleans the leaf because as the water drops off, it removes dirt and debris allowing the leaf to have a clean surface to continue photosynthesis. Nasturtium leaves are an excellent source of vitamins A, C, and D, beta-carotene, iron, manganese, and flavonoids.

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HEALTH BENEFITS OF Nasturtium :

• Promotes Kidney Health
• Fights infections in bladder
• Fights bacteria
• Prevents Tumors
• Boosts Immunity
• Natural expectorant and disinfectant
• Anti-fungicide
• Treats scurvy
• Natural Antibiotic

In addition to selling living microgreens to those of you in Lakeland, Florida, we are a seed dealer and we do have seed available for you, if you live in the US. We even provide grow kits, which we can easily ship so you can learn to grow this wonderful microgreen or you can send it to a family member as a gift.

SEEDS:

• Nasturtium Jewel Mix : Tropaeolum magus
• For Microgreens & baby salad greens, herb gardening & more
• Resealable Bag - High germination rates
• Days to Full Maturity: -- Annual -- USDA Hardiness Zone: Annual Crop, Not Intended To Overwinter
• Our seed packets are intended for microgreen plantings and one packet in the appropriate seed density for one  5"x5" container (approximately)