Takeaway
Isn’t it interesting how flowers can add color to a salad or some texture to a cooked meal! Just remember that you should make sure that your edible flowers are grown organically and without any pesticides or chemicals.
Also, don’t forget to remove the flowers’ anthers, stems, and pistils before eating them because they might be bitter. If you’re ever in doubt about any edible flower, just taste it. But only after making sure it isn’t poisonous.
Another vital rule to remember is to harvest responsibly, especially if foraging in a wild area. A good rule of thumb is to take less than 30 percent of what’s growing.
This practice allows plants to continue to flourish and leaves food for our pollinators.
We hope you learned something interesting about edible flowers today, from the types of flowers to their flavors and the do’s and don’ts around eating REAL flowers! Which edible flower would you try if given a chance? Share your thoughts with us in the comments section!
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