Discover the culinary and ornamental charm of West Coast Seeds' Frilly Edible Chrysanthemum. Known as tong hao in Chinese, shungiku in Japanese, ssukgat in Korean, and cải cúc in Vietnamese, this versatile plant offers mildly bitter leaves and vibrant yellow flowers. Perfect for adding unique flavors to salads and recipes, this annual grows up to 1.3m (4') tall and thrives in rich, well-drained soil, making it an excellent addition to coastal gardens.
Key Features:
- Culinary Delight: Mildly bitter leaves and edible flowers enhance a variety of dishes.
- Versatile Use: Ideal for both culinary and ornamental purposes.
- Rich Blooms: Produces beautiful yellow, sometimes bicolored flowers from spring to fall.
- Easy to Grow: Open-pollinated seeds that mature in just 45 days.
Growing Information:
- Exposure: Requires full sun for optimal growth.
- Hardiness: While generally grown as an annual, it is hardy to Zone 3.
- Timing: Start seeds indoors from late winter to mid-spring, or direct sow from late May. Direct sowing is also possible from mid-September to October.
Starting Instructions:
- Seed Sowing: Sow seeds on the surface of sterilized starting soil. Ensure bright light and maintain soil temperature between 18-21°C (65-70°F) with bottom heat.
- Germination: Seeds will germinate in 10-14 days.
- Transplanting: Space transplants 25-45cm (8-18") apart.
Growing Tips:
- Soil: Prefers rich, well-drained, evenly moist soil.
- Maintenance: Good drainage in winter is essential. Pinch back young plants to encourage bushiness and deadhead regularly. Taller plants may need staking.
Companion Planting:
- Pest Control: White flowering mums repel Japanese beetles.
Enhance your garden and culinary creations with the delightful West Coast Seeds Frilly Edible Chrysanthemum. Perfect for health-conscious gardeners and gourmet chefs, this plant is easy to grow and offers a unique blend of ornamental beauty and culinary versatility.
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Discover the culinary and ornamental charm of West Coast Seeds' Frilly Edible Chrysanthemum. Known as tong hao in Chinese, shungiku in Japanese, ssukgat in Korean, and cải cúc in Vietnamese, this versatile plant offers mildly bitter leaves and vibrant yellow flowers. Perfect for adding unique flavors to salads and recipes, this annual grows up to 1.3m (4') tall and thrives in rich, well-drained soil, making it an excellent addition to coastal gardens.
Key Features:
- Culinary Delight: Mildly bitter leaves and edible flowers enhance a variety of dishes.
- Versatile Use: Ideal for both culinary and ornamental purposes.
- Rich Blooms: Produces beautiful yellow, sometimes bicolored flowers from spring to fall.
- Easy to Grow: Open-pollinated seeds that mature in just 45 days.
Growing Information:
- Exposure: Requires full sun for optimal growth.
- Hardiness: While generally grown as an annual, it is hardy to Zone 3.
- Timing: Start seeds indoors from late winter to mid-spring, or direct sow from late May. Direct sowing is also possible from mid-September to October.
Starting Instructions:
- Seed Sowing: Sow seeds on the surface of sterilized starting soil. Ensure bright light and maintain soil temperature between 18-21°C (65-70°F) with bottom heat.
- Germination: Seeds will germinate in 10-14 days.
- Transplanting: Space transplants 25-45cm (8-18") apart.
Growing Tips:
- Soil: Prefers rich, well-drained, evenly moist soil.
- Maintenance: Good drainage in winter is essential. Pinch back young plants to encourage bushiness and deadhead regularly. Taller plants may need staking.
Companion Planting:
- Pest Control: White flowering mums repel Japanese beetles.
Enhance your garden and culinary creations with the delightful West Coast Seeds Frilly Edible Chrysanthemum. Perfect for health-conscious gardeners and gourmet chefs, this plant is easy to grow and offers a unique blend of ornamental beauty and culinary versatility.
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