Project 365

Photo #153 of 365 - Okey Dokey Artichokey!

Although most gardeners think of artichokes as food, if left unharvested, artichoke buds form large pink or purple thistle-like flowers. The flowers, while not edible, give interesting color and texture to cut arrangements and bouquets. When dried, the thistles retain their beauty for months. If the flowers remain on the plant, they produce seeds. Collecting and sowing the seeds extends your harvest for years.

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