Queen Marigold - 
The petals of Queen Sophia are a rich dark orange color, highlighted with a beautiful gold border. This particular variety of marigold, with its 2 1/2–3" blooms, remains popular all over the world. Not only does it add beauty to gardens, but it also attracts beneficial insects like hoverflies. Interestingly, the leaves of this plant are not just decorative; they can be eaten too. They have a delicious flavor and are often used in salads as greens or as a garnish. Queen Sophia is also known as French marigold and has been recognized as an AAS winner. When it comes to edible flowers, Queen Sophia can be a delightful addition to salads and desserts. They can also be cooked in dishes like egg or rice preparations. The flavor of these flowers is floral, with subtle hints of citrus and spice, and a slight bitterness. However, it's important to remove the petals from the flower base before consuming them, as the base can be quite bitter in taste.
 
Red Gem - 
Small, bite-sized flowers that can be used as an attractive garnish. These delicate flowers grow in tidy, compact clusters amidst lacy foliage and emit a refreshing citrus fragrance. They have a long blooming period, making them ideal for planting in flower beds, borders, and containers. Additionally, these flowers have the added benefit of attracting beneficial insects such as ladybugs, hoverflies, butterflies, predatory bugs, and parasitic wasps. The leaves of this plant are not only decorative but also edible, adding flavor to salads and serving as a decorative garnish. This plant is also commonly referred to as signet marigold. Edible Flowers: Enhance the visual appeal of salads and desserts by incorporating these flowers as a garnish. Alternatively, they can be cooked together with eggs or rice dishes. The flavor profile of these flowers is predominantly floral with subtle notes of citrus and spice. However, it is important to remove the petals from the flower base before consumption, as the base can impart a slightly bitter taste.