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Coreopsis - Double Sunburst
The Coreopsis Double Sunburst, 'Coreopsis lanceolata', is very easy to grow and it has a long blooming period. Coreopsis are quick to come up, early to bloom, and "free flowering", meaning they bloom until first frost. They are relatively drought tolerant and it is a great plant for the wildflower patch. The semi-double yellow flowers are 2 to 3 inches across and are set on slender wiry stems. Cut the spent flowers regularly to increase flowering. The Double Sunburst Coreopsis prefers well drained soils and it does an excellent job in any kind of soils including poor soils. Spring planting is best for this flower. Plant after the last spring frost. Coreopsis is useful as a plant that requires little care. It is excellent for naturalized areas and rock gardens. The flowers make excellent long-lasting dried flowers. ... find out more
Caraway The Caraway, 'Carum carvi', produces a seed tastes like a combination of dill & anise with a nutty flavor. The tasty seed are commonly used in breads, soups, stews, and other dishes. The roots can be chopped, steamed, or pureed like a parsnip and used in soups, stews, or thinly sliced and eaten raw. Try grinding up fresh seed and sprinkle over fresh popcorn! The flavor is like a combination of anise and dill. The seed is best known for its use in rye bread. The flower stalks are 2 foot high and have clusters of tiny whites flowers in late spring and early summer. Caraway produces seed in the 2nd season. Plant in the spring as soon as the soil can be worked or in the fall for a crop next year. Caraway prefer well drained soil. |
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