Chrysanthemum

Extra large leaves and beautiful edible flowers make this a favorite in China. A unique Asian green, the leaves are thick and crunchy with a scrumptious savory flavor. Tall plants produce tons of large, edible blooms that reach 3 inches across and make great cut flowers. Way beyond any ornamental value, these flowers are a gourmet delicacy. Try them lightly fried tempura style, sprinkled atop salads or steeped into the famous Chrysanthemum tea. The leaves are extra large, hand-sized and make a popular green in China. In America these are traditionally known as “Chop Suey Greens”. Leaves on younger plants are huge, but will be smaller once the plant sends up the tall flower stalks, but equally tasty.

• Full Sun
• Sprouts in 10-14 Days
• Ideal Temperature: 65-70 Degrees F
• Seed Depth: 1/4"
• Plant Spacing: 8-18"
• Frost Hardy: No
• Chrysanthemum coronarium

Growing Tips: Sow in place. Rich, moist, well-drained soil. Harvest leaves when plants are about a foot tall or gather new growth. Will make very attractive daisy-like flowers.

Equally appropriate to the herb or flower garden, this perennial, highly ornamental form of feverfew boasts attractive bright yellow flowers all season long. The flower form is nearly spherical, made up of very closely packed petals. The plants are very compact, reaching to 18” tall and wide. The lemon-yellow blooms are produced almost non-stop.

• Perennial
• Full Sun
• Sprouts in 10-14 Days
• Seed Depth: 1/4"
• Ideal Temperature: 70-75 F
• Plant Spacing: 8" 
• Frost Hardy: Yes
• Chrysanthemum parthenium

Growing Tips: Direct sow in the garden, from early spring through mid summer. Keep mulched and moist. Harvest leaves when plants are 8 inches. Pinch off spent blossoms. Self-sows readily.

Soft, sunny clouds of lemon yellow and white make this a cheerful self-sowing perennial. Perfect cut flower or landscaping plant. Ideal for borders, mass planting and containers, the long lasting blooms are abundant and fill in a space with tufts of subtle color. A beautiful medicinal plant, traditionally used to treat headache.

• 6-12 hrs of Sun
• Sprouts in 10-14 Days
• Ideal Temperature: 70 F
• Seed Depth: Surface Sow
• Plant Spacing: 8-12"
• Frost Hardy: No
• Tanacetum parthenium