Balsam

Pre-1870 heirloom. Beautiful rose-shaped blooms in many colors: pink, lavender, red, rose, white, and more. Short bushy plants have large, bright green leaves. Very easy to grow. A must for Victorian gardeners. This plant is delicious as cooked greens, with a slightly spicy flavor and is popular in the Himalayan region as a vegetable crop that is a top source of nutrients!

A lovely red-and-white mottled balsam variety that really makes a beautiful statement in the garden. Splashy color over a long period on upright 2-foot- tall lovely, edible plants. Fast blooming direct from seed. The flavorful greens are cooked into curries and other dishes and are an excellent source of calcium and vitamins A and C.