Edible Flowers

Edible flowers are pretty - and pretty tasty! Learn about some of the lesser-known edible flowers, and ways to use them beyond garnishes.

'A Plate Full of Posies' appeared in the Yard Smarts section of the June/July issue of Birds & Blooms magazine. I share which flowers add a savory, sweet, or spicy flavor to dishes, and give tips for safely finding, growing, and cooking with edible flowers.

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