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Mr Fothergills Nasturtium Alaska Mixed Seeds

£319
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Mr Fothergills Nasturtium Alaska Mixed Seeds

Mr Fothergills Nasturtium Alaska Mixed Seeds produce a striking combination of hot-coloured blooms set against unique marbled foliage, creating an eye-catching display in beds, borders and patio containers. Easy to grow and flourishing even in poor soils, this hardy annual is a favourite for vibrant summer colour.

Key Features

  • Distinctive marbled foliage adds visual interest even before flowering

  • Vibrant hot-coloured blooms attract bees and butterflies

  • Hardy annual flowering the same year it is sown

  • Perfect for containers, borders and patio tubs

  • Edible flowers and leaves suitable for salads and garnishes

  • Quick-growing and low maintenance, ideal for gardeners of all levels

Product Description

Nasturtium Alaska Mixed is a standout variety thanks to its variegated, marbled foliage that contrasts beautifully with its bold, fiery flowers. This compact, bushy plant brings instant impact to borders, tubs and pots, delivering a long season of colour with minimal effort. As a hardy annual, it grows rapidly and flowers freely from early summer through to autumn.

Well-suited to poor, well-drained soil, Alaska Mixed thrives where many other plants struggle. Its flowers and leaves are edible, offering a peppery flavour that adds a decorative and culinary twist to salads and dishes. Highly attractive to pollinators, these nasturtiums help support garden wildlife while enhancing your outdoor space.

This versatile mix is perfect for both beginner and experienced gardeners, offering reliable performance and showy results with very little fuss.

Specifications

  • Botanical Name: Tropaeolum majus

  • Plant Class: Hardy Annual

  • Habit: Bushy, Dwarf

  • Position: Full Sun

  • Attractive To: Bees and Butterflies

  • Plant Height: 30cm (12in)

  • Flower Colour: Mixed

Sowing & Growing Tips

  • Sow outdoors April–June, 1.5cm (½") deep in well-drained soil.

  • Sow in pairs every 20cm (8"); thin to the strongest plant.

  • For earlier blooms, sow indoors February–May in small pots.

  • Avoid rich soil or feeding, as this encourages leaves over flowers.

  • Gradually acclimatise indoor seedlings before planting out.

  • Flowers from June to October.

Add Colour, Character and Versatility to Your Garden

Bring vibrant colour and unique foliage to pots, borders and tubs with Nasturtium Alaska Mixed Seeds—a reliable, easy-to-grow favourite that performs beautifully all summer long.

About Us

We are a family run, independent Garden Centre, Farm Shop and Restaurant combined. We are proud to offer the very best gardening, home and outdoor living products alongside delicious, fresh, locally produced food and drink.

Awarded 'Best Garden Centre in the UK in 2018 & 2021 you can rest assured that we offer excellent products, plants and customer service.

Learn more about us and our story on the 'About Us' page.

Delivery

Collect your order in-store, have it delivered to your door, or choose a convenient InPost Locker!

We aim to dispatch orders as quickly as possible using trusted couriers.

Your Questions Answered...

What are the delivery options and prices?

We offer Standard (3-5 working days) and Express (1-2 working days) delivery for a small additional charge.

- Postable items (e.g., seed packets, gift cards) - £2.95 via Royal Mail.
- Smaller, lighter items - £4.95 – £6.95.
- Larger, heavier, and fragile items - £9.95 – £19.95.
- Pallet deliveries (e.g., furniture) - from £69.95 (see kerbside pallet delivery details below).

The exact delivery charge is calculated at checkout based on your selected items.

New! Deliver to InPost Locker

Instead of home delivery, choose to collect your parcel from an InPost Locker near you.

- Delivery rates: £3.95 or £4.95 depending on item size.
- How it works: Choose InPost after completing your order. You'll receive a notification when your parcel is ready to collect.
- Collection options: Scan the QR code or open the locker remotely via the InPost app. If collecting from a shop, show your QR code to the staff.
- Collection time: You have 3 days to pick up your parcel. InPost will send a reminder 24 hours before expiry.
- Tracking: Track your parcel via the InPost app or the tracking link in your confirmation email.

Can someone else pick up my parcel?

Yes! Share your QR code or collection code (sent via email) along with your mobile number, and they can collect it for you.

Do I need ID to collect from an InPost Locker?

No, just scan the QR code in the app or your email. For InPost Shop collections, show the QR code to the staff.

Any more questions?

Visit InPost’s [help page](#) for more details or check their blog for tips and updates.

How do I track my delivery?

Once your order is dispatched, you'll receive an email with tracking details.

Who delivers my order?

Depending on size and weight, orders are delivered by Royal Mail, Evri, or Parcelforce. Furniture and large items arrive via kerbside pallet delivery.

What is kerbside pallet delivery?

Large items like furniture are delivered on a pallet using a heavy goods vehicle. The pallet is placed at the nearest safe kerbside location. The driver cannot move it across uneven ground or remove the items from the pallet.

We can arrange a delivery date that suits you. If access for large vehicles is difficult, please let us know in advance.

What should I do if my order arrives damaged?

If your order is damaged in transit, email us a photo and your order number within 24 hours so we can resolve the issue.

Do you deliver to Northern Ireland?

Yes, though some larger or heavier items may incur a surcharge. Unfortunately, we cannot ship plants to Northern Ireland at this time.

Do any UK areas have a delivery surcharge?

Additional delivery charges may apply for:
- Channel Islands
- Northern Ireland
- Scottish Highlands & Islands
- Isle of Man & Isle of Wight
- Scilly Isles

What is the warranty on my purchase?

All products come with a manufacturer’s warranty (typically 12 months unless stated otherwise). Faulty items within the warranty period may be repaired or replaced subject to the manufacturer’s terms.

Still have questions?

Contact us via our enquiry form, call 01497 847055, or email shoponline@oldrailwaylinegc.co.uk.

Returns

How do I return an item?

If a purchase is no longer required you are able to return the goods within 28 days of delivery for a full refund in accordance with our refunds policy set out in Clause 10 of our Terms & Conditions. We will refund any money received from you using the same method originally used by you to pay for your purchase. Please make sure that you include the sales order or invoice with your return.

When returning items to us, please ensure that any and all original packaging, instructions, tags etc are included as supplied to you. We recommend using a recorded/insured service to return your order. The Old Railway Garden Centre cannot be held responsible for returned items lost or damaged in transit to us.