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nasturtium
noun
nas·tur·tium
nə-ˈstər-shəm 
na-
: any of a genus (Tropaeolum of the family Tropaeolaceae, the nasturtium family) of herbs of Central and South America with showy spurred flowers and pungent edible seeds and leaves
especially
: either of two widely cultivated ornamentals (T. majus and T. minus)
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Plant strong-scented plants like mint, nasturtiums, or marigolds under the tree, or add peppermint essential oil or vinegar to water in a spray bottle and spray it near the tree and around your property.
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Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 28 May 2026
During the summer, the garden blooms with pollinator-friendly plants like nasturtiums, begonias and alyssum, creating a vibrant ecosystem that staff harvests daily.
—Sara Rosenthal, Denver Post, 27 May 2026
Scheufele suggests planting low-growing, short-season flowers like sweet alyssum or nasturtium seeds at the same time as tomato seedlings.
—Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 21 May 2026
Hubbard squash, dill, and nasturtiums deter squash bugs, borers, and slugs while attracting pollinators.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2026
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Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 28 May 2026
During the summer, the garden blooms with pollinator-friendly plants like nasturtiums, begonias and alyssum, creating a vibrant ecosystem that staff harvests daily.
—Sara Rosenthal, Denver Post, 27 May 2026
Scheufele suggests planting low-growing, short-season flowers like sweet alyssum or nasturtium seeds at the same time as tomato seedlings.
—Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 21 May 2026
Hubbard squash, dill, and nasturtiums deter squash bugs, borers, and slugs while attracting pollinators.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2026
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“Nasturtium.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nasturtium. Accessed 29 May. 2026.
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nasturtium
noun
nas·tur·tium
nə-ˈstər-shəm
na-
: any of a genus of herbs with showy flowers and edible sharp-tasting seeds and leaves
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