Edible ornamental — flowers, leaves, and seed pods are all edible with a peppery flavor. Excellent trap crop for aphids; plant near brassicas and cucurbits to lure aphids away. Thrives in poor, dry soil — rich soil promotes foliage over flowers. Direct sow after last frost; large seeds germinate quickly. Trailing varieties ideal for hanging baskets and covering bare soil. Self-seeds reliably.

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