Who ate all the flowers?

Added on 05 September 2024

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Nasturtium (Tropaeolum spp.) in hydroponics, courtesy of The Functional Plant Co.

Given the chance, we all appreciate the beauty of flowers, their color, perfume, diversity and sometimes their edible portions. We wonder why more people do not grow these commercially, especially those that love to be grown hydroponically.

Nasturtiums are often added to salads and both leaves and flowers give a peppery feel to any salad. Many are unaware of long associations of the Tropaeolum species that have proven health benefits. We know the flowers contain high levels of an antioxidant called lutein, which protects against free radical damage, and is particularly beneficial for eye and skin health.