From The Chef's Garden

On my last trip to Italy and with the Chef's permission,

I collected a dead head (seed pod) from his garden. 

I don't remember if I even knew what the plant was but that doesn't matter. 

I stashed it among my art supplies labeled and wrapped in this napkin.  

Planted on June 12th.
I didn't have a clue what part was the actual seed so I planted all of it.

On June 23 the first seedling popped up.

I would have never guessed that part to be the seed.

I was so happy that I had at least one plant. 

Then, after ignoring it for a few days I went out July 5th and jumped with joy when I found 11 seeds had germinated.

 Today, July 12th I transplanted six seedlings. I count 21 more left in the pot. Before I thin out more, I'm going to see how these do. 

I'm very excited and holding my breath that I can grow these.

♥

PS:  The photo of the first seedling with the seed cap still attached was taken with my iphone and a Macro Cell Lens Band.

It is pretty cool!