We pick some of the best edible flowers to grow to bring new colours and flavours into the kitchen. <\/p>

Here’s more on edible plants<\/strong><\/p>

Growing an edible garden<\/a><\/li>
What are edimentals?<\/a><\/li>
What to plant for an edible hedgerow<\/a><\/li>
What to forage in the garden<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>
Edible flowers to grow in the garden<\/h2>
Nasturtium\u00a0<\/h3>\n
\u00a9 Getty \/ Jenny Dettrick<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
No cottage garden is complete without the nasturtium, tumbling its way along the edges of borders and draping out of pots, it\u2019s a firm favourite with many because of how easy it is to grow. The peppery flowers are the perfect addition to a summer salad and no edible flowers list would be complete without them.\u00a0<\/p>
Take a look at this recipe for roasted beetroot with nasturtium salsa<\/a>. <\/p>
Elderflower<\/h3>\n
$\"Red$
\u00a9 Getty \/ Francesco Carta fotografo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
The scent of June, elderflower is a firm favourite among many on any edible flowers list. However, most people think of making cordial<\/a> or using it as a flavour in ice creams or jams before considering eating the flowers themselves. Try battering and deep-frying elderflower umbels as a summery starter.\u00a0<\/p>
Marigold\u00a0<\/h3>\n
$\"Calendula$
\u00a9 Getty \/ HansJoachim<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Another flower that packs a peppery punch is Calendula officianalis<\/em>. We love how it can be used to create a beautiful pasta dough, but you can also add the petals to soups, stews and desserts too. They will add some fiery colour to your dishes as well.\u00a0<\/p>
Take a look at this marigold petal pasta recipe<\/a>. <\/p>
Borage<\/h3>\n
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Image of borage in flower. Borage is a medicinal and culinary herb from the Mediterranean. Flowers, buds and leaves. Frontal view, even light. Melbourne, Australia. – \u00a9 Getty \/ Barbara Fischer, Australia.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Known for their fresh cucumber flavour, borage flowers are a great addition to salads and cocktails. You could even try freezing them to create decorative summery ice cubes.\u00a0<\/p>
Here’s more on the best herbs to grow<\/a><\/p>
Lavender\u00a0<\/h3>\n
$\"Lavandula$
\u00a9 Jason Ingram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
We all know that lavender<\/a> is edible and many people find it overpowering or too floral in cooking. However when used to flavour sugars or honey, or as a herb alongside a roasting joint of meat it can impart a wonderful subtle flavour. It\u2019s all about balance!\u00a0<\/p>
See our pick of the best lavender farms to visit<\/a> in the UK. <\/p>
Daisy<\/h3>\n
$\"Field$
\u00a9 Getty \/ Andrea Kamal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Although they don\u2019t pack much of a punch, the petals of daisies make for a pretty garnish and are perfect for sprinkling on cakes.\u00a0<\/p>
See our tips from No Mow May<\/a> to bring more daisies and other wildflowers into your garden. <\/p>
Dahlia\u00a0<\/h3>\n
$\"Dahlia$
Dahlia ‘Karma Naomi’ – \u00a9 Jason Ingram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
If you can bear to pick them, all dahlia flowers are edible and there is a huge range of flavours in these plants. The petals are perfect for garnishing cakes or as a colourful addition to salads.\u00a0<\/p>
Read our guide on how to grow dahlias<\/a> to get started. <\/p>
Forget-me-nots\u00a0<\/h3>\n
$\"Bright$
\u00a9 Getty \/ Agnieszka Klimaszewska<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
These delicate flowers are a common sight in UK gardens, but did you know that they\u2019re also edible? Perfect as a decorative addition to cakes and salads, they look particularly pretty when candied.\u00a0<\/p>
Here’s our guide on how to grow forget-me-not flowers<\/a><\/p>
Sunflower\u00a0<\/h3>\n
$\"Helianthus$
\u00a9 Jason Ingram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Sunflower seeds are of course an edible part of the sunflower plant, but the petals are also a tasty and often overlooked element. They have a mild nutty flavour which is a great addition to salads and stir frys.\u00a0<\/p>
Read our recommendations of the best types of sunflower<\/a> to grow. <\/p>
Day lily\u00a0<\/h3>\n
$\"Hemerocallis$
\u00a9\u00a0Jason Ingram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
The petals of Hemerocallis<\/em> have a crunchy and peppery flavour and would make a good substitute for chicory in a summer salad.\u00a0<\/p>
Edible flowers from the herb garden\u00a0<\/h2>
Another easy way to bring more edible flowers into your cooking is to look at your herb garden. Many of us will sigh with dismay when we see that our coriander or rocket has bolted, but this is actually a great opportunity to use a different part of the plant: the flowers. Coriander flowers have a lovely mild coriander flavour and the peppery flowers of sweet rocket are also perfect for salads.\u00a0<\/p>
The flowers from thyme, chives, rosemary, dill, basil and fennel are all generally overlooked in favour of the plant\u2019s foliage, but they\u2019re well worth trying out for use in dressings, flavoured oils and as garnishes too.\u00a0<\/p>
Jekka McVicar recommends the best herbs to grow<\/a>. <\/p>
For more ideas on edible plants for the garden, take a look at our piece on edimentals<\/a>.<\/p>
Please make sure you have correctly identified any flowers and plants you wish to consume. Gardens Illustrated cannot be held responsible for misidentification of plants.<\/em><\/p> <\/body><\/html>\n
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