summer crops !

3. fiery hot with a hint of sweetness aroma
4. a cool, sweet summer treat
8. a common misconception is that the flower turns so it's always facing the sun
9. an extremely juicy fruit that grows in hot, humid weather. slightly sweet with a sour undertone
11. often used in salads and coleslaws. the color can range from purple to blue to green-yellow depending on soil conditions
12. in addition to its colorful flower, the _____ has culinary and medicinal uses
14. a tropical bloom that thrives in the humid summer air. has a sweet, tangy aroma
15. one of the most widely cultivated grains. makes a great flour for breads and cakes

1. a popular berry reported to have many health benefits. the blue skin has the highest nutrient concentration
2. a crisp and refreshing root vegetable with hints of pepper when eaten raw
5. juicy, tangy, and bursting with sweet summer
6. one of the most popular grains. the sweet, fresh cobs are a summer favorite
7. rich and slightly tangy, the ______ has a wide variety of culinary uses
10. a bitter, tangy flower used to flavor beer
13. it's almost fuzzy to the touch