Our gardens are full of flowers that are bursting with color, interesting shapes and fragrances. But, some of them may actually also be edible. See the 10 Commandments of Edible Flowers below and check the list to see if you have any edible flowers growing in your yard. THE 10 COMMANDMENTS OF EDIBLE FLOWERS 1. Eat only those flowers you can positively identify as safe and edible. Learn the Latin or botanical names, which are universally accepted (common names may vary from region to region). 2. Do not assume that restaurants and caterers always know which flowers are edible. Just because it is on your plate does not mean it is edible (see Rule #1). 3. Eat only those flowers that have been grown organically. 4. Do not eat flowers from florists, nurseries, garden centers or public gardens (see Rule #3). 5. Do not eat flowers if you have hay…
