Short, compact plants are perfect for the border. Three alternating layers of blush petals are gently streaked with rose and give way to a center filled with twirling cream and pink petals. Flowers are lightly scented and smell like Thai basil. Its unique shape and bloom size make it perfect for arranging. The only downside is that flowers are not entirely uniform.

Cut stems can also be stored for later use; they will last for 2 to 3 weeks in the refrigerator. When storing, remove almost all of the leaves; bunch the stems together, and slip them into a plastic bag with a few paper towels inside to absorb any excess moisture. Lay them flat on the shelf in the produce area of the fridge and then check every few days for signs of mold. Discard any that begin to rot. Upon removal, the flowers often look limp but don’t worry. Recut the stems and place them immediately in warm water with flower preservative. The buds will open within 24 hours, and the blooms will last a good week in the vase.