Safflower

Safflower impresses with both its ornamental beauty and its versatility: its double flowers in shades of deep orange, yellow and red are just as desirable in a vase as in the pantry.

About the variety. Annual with a thistle-like habit, reaching 60–80 cm in height. The flowers dry beautifully for arrangements and work as a dye and saffron substitute in the kitchen — known as bastard saffron. It attracts pollinators and is a good honey plant.