nasturtium

[US]/nə'stə:ʃəm/
[UK]/nəˈstɚʃəm/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.Tropaeolum plant;Tropaeolum flower

Example Sentences

nasturtium seeds are edible.

She planted nasturtiums in her garden for their vibrant colors.

Nasturtiums are known for their peppery flavor, which adds a unique taste to salads.

The nasturtiums bloomed beautifully in the summer sun.

She used nasturtium leaves as a garnish for her dishes.

Nasturtiums are easy to grow and are a popular choice for beginner gardeners.

The bright orange nasturtiums brightened up the entire flower bed.

She made a delicious pesto using nasturtium flowers and pine nuts.

Nasturtiums are often used in companion planting to repel pests from other plants.

The children enjoyed picking nasturtiums from the garden and using them in their crafts.

The spicy aroma of nasturtiums filled the air as she walked through the garden.

Real-world Examples

I generally like a few varieties like nasturtium or chive flowers.

Source: Connection Magazine

He went into the house and soon came back with a large box full of nasturtium and pansy plants.

Source: American Elementary School English 4

His suggested fillings included: bone marrow and nasturtium, potted woodcock, sliced sweetbreads, sea kale and oranges soaked in brandy.

Source: BBC Ideas Selection (Bilingual)

In the middle there was an old salad bowl filled with yellow and red nasturtiums.

Source: Garden Party (Part 1)

Bone marrow and nasturtium, potted woodcock, sliced sweetbreads, sea kale and oranges soaked in brandy.

Source: BBC Ideas

Drenched were the cold fuchsias, round pearls of dew lay on the flat nasturtium leaves.

Source: Garden Party (Part 1)

He planted chrysanthemums and poppies and sunflowers and nasturtiums, carefully constructing not just a garden but an environment made specifically to be painted.

Source: Art of Cooking Guide

So bright was the moon that the flowers were bright as by day; the shadow of the nasturtiums, exquisite lily-like leaves and wide-open flowers, lay across the silvery veranda.

Source: Garden Party (Part 1)

She paused there a moment, looking absently at a growth of nasturtiums and iris tangled at its foot, as though sprung from a careless handful of seeds, listening to the plaints and accusations of some nursery squabble in the house.

Source: The Night's Gentle Embrace (Part 1)

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