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In this tutorial you will find a list of edible flowers with pictures, including easy to grow varieties, as well as a review of their culinary use.

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Edible flowers and flower petals are often used in culinary art, due to their visual appeal. These amazing flowers are not only edible, but are also intricately beautiful.

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Edible flowers are biodiverse. They not only have ornamental value, but can also enhance flavor, in addition to adding nutritional value.

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Before using edible flowers however, it is very important to make sure that they are safe to eat, and to follow some safety guidelines.

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-Identify correctly -Eat in moderation -Be aware of allergies -Use organically grown -Wash before use

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Pansies and violas are some of the most popular edible flowers. They can be grown in the garden, and also in containers, for easy kitchen access.

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Lavender flowers are edible blooms, and can be used in both dried and fresh forms for culinary purposes.

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Borage is popular herb, grown for it’s use as an edible flower. The plants have multiple beneficial properties, including culinary applications.

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Calendula flowers are brightly colored in shades of oranges and yellows. Both the fresh and dried calendula flowers can be used in culinary applications.

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Nasturtiums are easy to grow, and are great plants for the herb and flower garden. These are some of the most common edible flowers.

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The small edible daisy-like flowers of chamomile have white petals and yellow centres. Flowers can be used in both the fresh and dried states.

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Centaurea cyanus is the species name for the bachelor button plant which can be used as an edible flower. These annual plants are easy to grow from seed.

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Roses have edible flowers, which come in many different sizes, shapes and colors. Roses have a slightly sweet and floral taste, depending on the cultivar.

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For more delicious edible flowers on this list, be sure to visit the blog to see the tutorial!