African Marigold
Tagetes erecta
This upright yellow-flowering plant, with its distinctive odor, is a classic of the summer border.
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Balsam
Impatiens balsamina
This plant is ideally used in the front of the flower border and is prone to reseeding. It was a common garden plant in the 18th century.
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Basket of Gold
Aurinia saxatilis
These sweet-smelling golden flowers are ideal for the front of the border in spring when bulbs are blooming.
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Beets
Beta vulgaris
Beets are a popular root crop used for pickling, roasting, and salads. They come in an array of colors, including red, yellow, and red and white striped.
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Boston Marrow Squash
Cucurbita maxima 'Boston Marrow
Boston Marrows are large, bright orange squashes that can weigh anywhere between 10 and 50 lbs., although 25 lbs. is more common. They are an excellent eating squash and can be turned into soups or pies.
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Breadseed Poppy
Papaver somniferum
This elegant annual forms an attractive seedhead after blooming and is ideal for the middle of the border in the spring garden. It self-sows reliably, but does not transplant well.
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Broccoli
Brassica oleracea (Italica)
Broccoli is a cool season vegetable which has been cultivated since the Roman Empire. It is grown for its tender florets which can be eaten raw or cooked.
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Broom Corn
Sorghum vulgare
This large plant is used to make brooms. However, it is not a true corn.
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Browallia
Browallia americana
Airy blue flowers form a stunning mass mid-border late in the season when many other flowers are fading. In southern climates, this plant self-sows with vigor.
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Bullnose Pepper
Capsicum annuum
The bullnose pepper is a type of sweet pepper which produces abundantly. Its fruits are somewhat smaller than modern bell peppers and they are susceptible to sunscald. However, they have an excellent flavor.
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