Sunflower - Teddy Bear

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The Teddy Bear sunflower, 'Helianthus annuus', is a dwarf sunflower plant with many 4 to 6 inch double yellow-gold flowers that look like huge mums. The Teddy Bear sunflower should be planted after the average last frost date. Teddy Bear sunflowers are annual that blooms mid-summer to fall. Place this plant in full sun for best results. It will grow in almost any soil and is drought tolerant but, for larger and profuse flowering, good moisture is required. A second planting 2 weeks after the initial planting and a third planting 2 weeks later will produce attractive foliage and flowers until the first fall frost. It makes an excellent cut flower and is also good when used as a short border. ... find out more

Squash - Summer Zucchini - Lebanese Squash are most tender and flavorful when young. Squash prefers well drained, rich soil with lots of organic matter. The slightly sweet flavor is excellent when squash is harvested small or when used for stuffing. If you like summer squash even a little, you must try this Lebanese summer squash. Harvest as soon as squash reaches 3 to 5 inches in length. It is widely grown in the Middle East, Europe, and Mexico. Use it in any recipe calling for Zucchini.