A classic culinary flower, lavender pairs nicely with ice cream and sorbet, cookies and scones, tea, salad dressings and looks and tastes lovely frozen into ice cubes. (Chris LaBelle) Pop some flowers ...

More homeowners are planting edible flowers because they offer a unique combination of beauty, flavor, and environmental benefits. These flowers don’t just brighten your garden—they bring fresh, ...

It has been posited that April showers bring May flowers. Here in the tropics, however, we often experience flowers year-round. Spring does herald a new burst of life in our gardens, even in Hawaii, ...

Adding a garnish of bright green basil or a sprig of parsley, rosemary, or mint is an easy way to add a touch of visual interest and taste to your dishes — but if you’re looking to level up your home ...

Edible flowers can be found in many backyard landscapes and herb gardens. Many annuals and perennials produce flowers with culinary potential. Roses (rosa spp.), lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) and ...

Borago officinalis, commonly called borage or starflower, for its star-shaped flower petals, has been a star in kitchens, gardens and flower borders for thousands of years. A member of the ...

I used to think that edible flowers belonged solely in the realm of fancy restaurants. Yet once I started gardening, harvesting and eating flowers seemed unavoidable—there were just so many of them, ...

If the thought of feasting on flowers makes you feel a bit standoffish, then here's food for thought: You may already be eating flowers without realizing it. If your diet includes broccoli, ...

There are an estimated 30,000 edible plant species on our planet, and surprisingly, humans only cultivate about 150 species for food. Most of our diets come from about 30 different plants, narrowing ...

Dear Master Gardener: I planted borage in my perennial garden last summer and love the flowers. It seems to be a good pollinator plant, too. Is it an annual or perennial? Answer: Borage (Borago ...