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The stiff, prickly plants can be used like fencing to keep animals out of the garden. Known as “Poor-Man’s-Saffron” as it can be used as a substitute for it.
Categories: culinary
Description: Annual to 30
Culinary Uses: Use petals as a substitute for saffron.
Cultural Requirements: Dry, well-drained, sandy soil in hot dry weather.