Live Seedling/Plants are around 30-60+ days old and between 3" to 12" tall. Depending on size selected at purchase.
Shungiku-
Aromatic, deeply lobed chrysanthemum greens.Cut greens when about 4–8" tall for a flavorful addition to salads, vegetables, pickles, and sushi. Edible, small, orange and yellow chrysanthemum flowers appear later on unharvested plants. This is the preferred "fine" or "small" leaf strain.
Chrysanthemum Live Plant
Species- Shungiku
Latin Name -- Glebionis coronaria var. Oasis
Chrysanthemum Greens Color -- Solid green, deeply lobed leaves. Daisy-like yellow, white, or orange flowers.
Chrysanthemum Greens Flavor -- Foliage tastes distinct and tangy which intensifies as the plant ages. The flowers taste mild but lightly bitter.
Days to Maturity -- 40-50 Days
Row Spacing -- 12 inches
Plant Height -- 4-12”
Growth Habit -- Bushy, branching habit with tall flower stalks.
Soil Preference -- Fertile, well balanced soil with good moisture retention.
Temperature Preference -- 50-70℉
Light Preference -- Full shade to part sun. Too much sun increases bitterness in flavor.
Plant Width -- 4-8 inches