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Have you ever grown nasturtiums?
Well they are not only a beautiful flower, they are also an edible flower.
Both the leaves and blossoms add a wonderful peppery flavor to a salad, and make a beautiful edible garnish on a plate.
Couple things I wanted to add to the video!
1. After carefully 'nicking' the outer shell of the seed's hard outer core, soak in warm water for at least 3 hours up to 12. This is referred to as imbition~ where a seed benefits from being soaked to soften the outer shell in order to help it germinate more quickly.
You can use either a file or a pair of nail clippers to carefully 'nick' the outer shell. Be sure not to go in to deep to damage the seed membrane.
2. When you plant them, bury the seed about a half inch down, cover the seed with soil, and tamp down softly. Water with warm water, not hot.
3. When the seedlings are ready to transplant, plant them about 12" apart and watch them grow.
You will find some of the seeds float, while others sink to the bottom of the dish. Generally the ones that float are not viable. You can try and plant them, or simply discard.
Be sure to read the plant description if they are a bushing variety or a vining type. It makes a difference!