Organic Single Mix Edible Chrysanthemum Seeds - Chrysanthemum coronarium

The 'Polar Star' Crested Chrysanthemum or Chrysanthemum carinatum 'Polar Star' is an annual plant often called Tricolour Daisy because of the different colours present on the flower.

The flower has the shape of a Daisy, which is called a head.

Its centre is composed of tiny tubular flowers which appear brown when closed. These flowers will gradually open in a circular fashion and reveal their yellow stamens. The outer part of this Daisy is composed of ligulate flowers, which means that part of it has transformed into a long white petal. A touch of yellow at the base of this petal seems to encircle the flower's centre.

The dominant white colour of the flower, highlighted by yellow and brown, is the appeal of this Tricolour Chrysanthemum (in Latin, Chrysanthemum tricolour).

Ismelia carinata, Ismelia versicolor, and Matricaria carinatum are synonyms of its name that you may come across here or there, but rest assured we are referring to the same plant.

It is a bushy plant that is not afraid of cold weather and can be sown d, directly in place in April-May.

Standing at 75 cm (29.5 in) tall, it integrates perfectly into a bed of perennial plants, completing the range of colours. Sown in a pot provides a long-lasting solution for decorating the terrace and balcony. Excellent vase life will allow you to create beautiful field bouquets from June to September.

Growing and adapting to all soil types is straightforward while preferring a sunny exposure.

As an ecological gesture:  When sowing the Crested Chrysanthemum in your garden, you attract pollinating insects that will enjoy its nectar and thereby promote your garden's ecosystem.