It's Summer, the birds are chirping, the sun is shining and the flowers are truly in bloom. Naturally, this can only mean one thing, it's time to eat all the flowers you can (and definitely not the ones you can't).
With that in mind I figure it's only right that I share with you a list of all the flowers that are genuinely edible!
It's important to note that you should not eat flowers from the florist or a nursery as it's very likely that they've been sprayed with some kind of chemical or nasty stuff.
I'd also advise against eating flowers from public spaces such as parks as there is no way to be certain that these have not been tampered with.
- Elderflower Blossom
- Viola
- Wild Garlic
- Courgette
- Pansy
- Borage
- Calendula (Marigold)
- Basil
- Apple Blossom
- Chive
- Dill Crown
- Bean
- Tagette
- Nasturtium
- Cucumber
- Popcorn Shoot
- Alyssum
- Snapdragon
- Dandelion
- Lavender
- Honeysuckle
- Tulip
- Buzz Button
- Hibiscus
- Pea
- Fushcia
- Corn
If you're looking to perhaps use flowers in your next culinary adventures then the Fine Food Specialist website offers a range of fresh flowers all throughout the year - though it's important to note that the seasons and weather conditions within the UK have a large effect on what's available at varying times.
