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title: "I’ve got this small raised bed, I think my nasturtiums are done for…"
description: "I’ve got this small raised bed, I think my nasturtiums are done for the season, any suggestions of what to plant? Or just leave them if they’ll come back?"
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author: "Cheekyswipe"
published: "2024-08-07T18:20:40.765315Z"
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# I’ve got this small raised bed, I think my nasturtiums are done for…

_Posted by Cheekyswipe on 2024-08-07_

I’ve got this small raised bed, I think my nasturtiums are done for the season, any suggestions of what to plant? Or just leave them if they’ll come back?

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## 6 comments

### eatyacarbs commented on 2024-08-07

if you leave them they’ll drop big seeds you can collect for next year (or they could self-seed depending on your zone) i’m surprised to see these spent already. nasturtiums prefer full sun so I might try them in a sunnier spot next time 😁

#### Cheekyswipe replied on 2024-08-07

Thanks! I know, too fast for sure! unfortunately I don’t have access to a sunny spot for them 😞

#### eatyacarbs replied on 2024-08-07

coleus is a good option if this doesn’t get a ton of light, they like shade and come in a zillion different colors

### Sunny commented on 2024-08-07

What zone/region are in? Planting warm weather plants now may not give them much time to mature depending on your region. Some plants that do well in shade are impatiens, hellebores, coleus, caladiums, fern, and sweet potato vines (ipomoea). I recommend going to a local nursery with a photo and planter measurements. Let them know your light conditions. They can recommend locally available plants that will grow well in your container each season.

An alternative is to remove the soil and grow shade living plants in pots. It’s not as cheap as growing from seeds. But, it’s easy to change out a pot if it’s not doing well. Plus, seasonal and holiday changes are easy. Just add decorative elements like light battery operated lanterns/candles, holiday decorations, outdoor rugs/runners and a few potted plants to match the theme. 🍀🪴

#### Cheekyswipe replied on 2024-08-07

Would the sweet potato vine be best to grow up a trellis? I’m in Wisconsin too by the way, facing west on a roofed porch

#### Sunny replied on 2024-08-08

The sweet potato vines can climb on any structure or dangle in a hanging basket like in my photos. You can guide it along the railings. It grows very fast. It prefers full sun, but, can grow in bright shade.

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