Today’s bloom is Calendula “Zeolights.” I was unfamiliar with this flower until Coriander slipped me some seed last year, but you can damnbet I’m going to be growing it every year from now on:
Also known as “Pot Marigold” the petals are edible, and it makes a gorgeous dried flower.
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on Apr 24th, 2009 at 1:27 pm
I have not had success with those. I guess I should try again. Very nice!!
on Apr 24th, 2009 at 1:29 pm
@Darla:
I have them in a part-shade area since the sun down here can be vicious.
on Apr 24th, 2009 at 2:23 pm
What kind of Macro lens are you using?
on Apr 24th, 2009 at 2:30 pm
Oooh. Another must-have. Well, we do want to de-lawn our front yard.
on Apr 24th, 2009 at 2:44 pm
Yep, those are purty. I’m hoping to see some volunteers soon.
on Apr 24th, 2009 at 3:18 pm
@Madrocketscientist: Sigma 105mm.
@Caitlin: Speaking of, I have SHITELOADS of tall strawflower seeds, want some?
@coriander: If they’re anything like my strawflowers (and they seem similar) you should have plenty any time now.