Chrysanthemum coronarium - Garland Daisy Mix Flower Herb Seeds - BEAUTIFUL & EDIBLE - ZONE 1 - 10 (002000 Seeds - 2000 Seeds - Pkt. Size) Chrysanthemum coronarium Garland Daisy Mix Flower Herb Seed BEAUTIFUL & EDIBLE ZONE 1 - 10 Garland Daisy Mix The Garland Daisy is a leafy herb native to the Mediterranean. This annual plant will do best if planted in full sun or partial shade, in moist, well-drained soil. In warmer conditions the Garland Daisy may flower prematurely. Traditional to Cantonese cuisine, the young leaves and stems of the Garland Daisy are often used in soups and stir-fry. A leafy herb, the Garland chrysanthemum, Chrysanthemum coronarium, is one of the few annual plants in its genus and has yellow florets grouped in small rayed flower heads and aromatic, bipinnately lobed leaves. The vegetable grows very well in mild or slightly cold climates, but will go quickly into premature flowering in warm summer conditions. Seeds are sown in early spring and fall. "The plant is rich in minerals and vitamins with potassium concentrations at 610 mg/100 g and carotene at 3.4 g/100 g in edible portions. In addition, the plant contains various antioxidants (in stem, leaf,and root tissues) that have potential long-term benefits for human health Latin Name: Chrysanthemum coronarium Type: Flower Herb Color: yellow, white Cycle: Annual Height: 24-36" Zone: 1 -10 Planting Season: Mid Spring Bloom Season: Spring-Summer