Family:  Aster (Asteraceae)

Hardy zone 6 to 12, otherwise grown as an annual maturing in 120 days.

Native to Southern Europe.  Produces large size, edible globes, flowering purple to 5 feet.   Plant prefers full sun and nitrogen rich soils.  Add more compost around the plant during the growing season. Space plants 2 to 3 feet apart.

Potted plant, Certified Organically Grown