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Ramps
The wild ramp, AKA wild leek, botanical name Allium tricoccum, is a flowering perennial plant that grows in clusters. It is a member of the Allium family along with onions and leeks
Calamondin Limes
The Calamondin lime is a cross between a sour, loose skinned mandarin and a kumquat, therefore technically making it an orangequat.
Salanova® Lettuces
Salanova® lettuce is a full-sized variety developed for the baby lettuce market. Botanically these varieties are scientifically known as Lactuca sativa.
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Purple alyssum flowers are made up of petite lavender to violet colored blooms. Each bloom consist of four petals and several slender stamens at its center. Purple alyssum flowers grow in clusters atop a thin, green stem. The flowers have a sweet aroma with a pungent, slightly bitter taste.
Purple alyssum flowers are available year-round with a peak season in the spring months.
Purple alyssum flowers are botanically known as Lobularia maritima. Purple alyssum flowers have previously been popular in landscaping. It has become a specialty culinary ingredient, often used to brighten up and add a peppery bite to a dish.
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Description/Taste
Purple alyssum flowers are made up of petite lavender to violet colored blooms. Each bloom consist of four petals and several slender stamens at its center. Purple alyssum flowers grow in clusters atop a thin, green stem. The flowers have a sweet aroma with a pungent, slightly bitter taste.
Seasons/Availability
Purple alyssum flowers are available year-round with a peak season in the spring months.
Current Facts
Purple alyssum flowers are botanically known as Lobularia maritima. Purple alyssum flowers have previously been popular in landscaping. It has become a specialty culinary ingredient, often used to brighten up and add a peppery bite to a dish.
