Little Firebirds turns a basket or window box into a shower of warm color. Deep burgundy, pumpkin, and rich coral blossoms tumble over variegated, lily-pad-shaped leaves, bringing both pattern and motion to patios and walkways.
The low, softly trailing plants fill containers quickly without needing support. Their edible flowers carry the familiar peppery flavor of nasturtiums with a gentle honeyed note, making the harvest as useful at the table as it is beautiful outdoors.
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Botanical name: Tropaeolum majus
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Packet type: Single-species color blend
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Colors: Deep burgundy, warm pumpkin, and rich coral
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Life cycle: Tender annual
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Exposure: Full sun; part shade in hot climates
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Sowing: Direct sow after frost or start indoors 3 weeks early
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Planting depth: 1 in.
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Germination: 9–12 days
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Mature height: 8–10 in., with a trailing habit
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Final spacing: 10 in.
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Approximate seed count: 25–30
Let the stems spill freely, and snip flowers as needed for salads or garnishes. Explore more color-coordinated packets in our seed mixes.
