Food Garden
Photo: Nasturtium Salad, Pixabay, Cake and Chart, www.provenwinners.com
Most often used to decorate the table, many flowers are also edible
Harvesting Tips • Only harvest flowers you are 100 per cent positive are edible. • Choose flowers that are grown organically. • Gather them early in the morning when their essential oils are most intense. • Remove the stamens and pistil before eating. • Consume edible flowers in moderation.
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