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Coreopsis - Plains Dwarf Bicolor
The Coreopsis Plains Dwarf Bicolor, 'Coreopsis tinctoria (Calliopsis)', is a cheerful member of the Sunflower family and will delight gardeners with its vivid yellow and maroon flowers and feathery green foliage. The Coreopsis Dwarf Bicolor is very easy to grow and displays brilliant, easy color with continuous blooms. The flowers are 1 to 2 inches across and have a deep burgundy center. They are also known as the 'Golden Wave'. They will survive a mild frost. Plant this Coreopsis in the spring after the last average frost date or late in the fall in mild winter climates . They prefer full sun and will thrive in ordinary garden soil. This Coreopsis has edible flowers and is very decorative in salads. The foliage is dill scented. They are often used for cut flowers. Remove old flowers (deadhead) to encourage additional blooms. ... more info
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 Caraway is a mounded plant with finely cut leaves. The flower stalks are 2 foot high and have clusters of tiny whites flowers in late spring and early summer. 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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