Biennial
A biennial is a plant that requires two growing seasons to complete its life cycle. During the first year, biennials typically focus on growing roots, stems, and leaves, usually forming a rosette of foliage at the soil level. In the second year, they flower, produce seeds, and then die.
Some common examples of biennial plants include:
- Hollyhock: Known for their tall flower spikes and colorful blooms.
- Foxglove: Produces tall spikes of tubular flowers in the second year.
- Parsley: Often grown as an annual for its leaves, but it flowers and sets seed in the second year.
- Carrot: Grown for its edible root in the first year, it will flower and produce seeds in the second year if left unharvested.
Biennials are valued for their unique life cycle and the opportunity to enjoy different stages of their growth over two years.
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