{"product_id":"cerinthe","title":"Honeywort Seeds","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:9c93384c-e904-445f-9cc8-86951e304e83-24\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-50\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"305c789d-7529-4a19-b8e2-ecc5bfa40d3e\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"26\" data-end=\"415\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"41\"\u003ehoneywort\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong data-start=\"57\" data-end=\"70\"\u003eCerinthe major\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a remarkable ornamental plant and a close relative of borage. Its smooth \u003cstrong data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"183\"\u003eblue-green\u003c\/strong\u003e foliage and \u003cstrong data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"224\"\u003echanging floral bracts\u003c\/strong\u003e make it a spectacular plant in the garden. The bracts take on a \u003cstrong data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"326\"\u003edeep blue hue in the evening\u003c\/strong\u003e and turn a \u003cstrong data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"373\"\u003esoft purple during the day\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering a unique evolving visual effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"417\" data-end=\"712\"\u003eHighly popular with pollinators, honeywort is an \u003cstrong data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"501\"\u003eeasy-to-care-for\u003c\/strong\u003e plant that self-seeds naturally, returning year after year. Its elegant arching stems and bell-shaped flowers make it an excellent choice for \u003cstrong data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"711\"\u003eborders, containers, and cut flower arrangements\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-section-id=\"ajulsq\" data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"751\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can honeywort be grown?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"752\" data-end=\"1007\"\u003eHoneywort grows well in \u003cstrong data-start=\"785\" data-end=\"800\"\u003ezones 4 to 9\u003c\/strong\u003e, in \u003cstrong data-start=\"805\" data-end=\"835\"\u003efull sun or partial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e, in well-drained soil. It integrates perfectly into \u003cstrong data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"952\"\u003eflowerbeds, country-style gardens, and pots\u003c\/strong\u003e, bringing both an elegant and natural touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-section-id=\"2vr3w6\" data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory and historical uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1044\" data-end=\"1386\"\u003eOriginating from the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1087\"\u003eMediterranean region\u003c\/strong\u003e, honeywort has been cultivated for centuries as an ornamental and melliferous plant. It was particularly prized for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003enectar-rich flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e, attracting bees and promoting pollination, making it an excellent companion plant for vegetable and herb gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-section-id=\"kqlrhn\" data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInformation on growing zones in Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1799\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1nczyqs\" data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1455\"\u003eZones 8–9\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sow directly outdoors in autumn or early spring for continuous flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"160bk35\" data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1677\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1560\" data-end=\"1573\"\u003eZones 5–7\u003c\/strong\u003e: Start seeds indoors in late winter, then transplant after the last frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cdz3mf\" data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1799\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1690\"\u003eZone 4\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sow directly in spring after frost or start indoors for earlier flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to grow and harvest honeywort\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSow seeds 1 cm (½ in) deep, spacing plants 20 to 30 cm (8 to 12 in) apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater moderately during establishment. Once mature, honeywort tolerates drought well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrune faded flowers to encourage continuous blooming, or leave them in place to promote natural self-seeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCut stems when the bracts are fully colored for long-lasting floral arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips for saving seeds (for future crops)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllow to go to seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet some flowers develop seed pods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen pods become dry and brown, harvest them before they fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrying and cleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpread seeds on a cloth and let them dry completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStore seeds in an airtight container, in a cool, dark place. They remain viable for up to 3 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified organic by:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIslands Organic Producers Association (Cert#1962)**\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53644646580592,"sku":"MF-HERB-004","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/0801\/8032\/files\/magic_edit_TUFISDBoeEtqUTAjMSM0MTgwZDhlNTQwN2IyZGY4M2Y3NTc3OGRiZWZlYmY2NSMyMDQjI1RSQU5TRk9STUFUSU9OX1JFUVVFU1Q.jpg?v=1777083300","url":"https:\/\/www.biocos.ca\/en-us\/products\/cerinthe","provider":"Biocos Canada ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}