Edible Flowers You Can Grow in Your Garden

Your dinner could be next level by using edible flowers. Like:

Nasturtium

Rose

Squash Blossom

Pansy

Violet

Chamomile

Thyme Blossom

Calendula

Allium

Mint Blossom

Lavender

Borage

Arugula Blossom

Basil Blossom

Orchid

Marigold

Begonias

Lilacs

Honeysuckle

Fennel Blossoms

Scented Geranium

Hibiscus

Some tips:

Watch out for pesticides and insecticides

Wash your flowers thoroughly

Taste test your flowers

How to use them:

• Tossed into salads

• Baked into cookies or breads

• Candied or sugared and used to decorate cakes, cookies, or candy

• Stuffed and fried

• Infused into simple syrups

• Frozen into ice cubes

• Used as a garnish

• Chopped and added to savory dishes, such as soup or egg dishes

(RealSimple)