By Julie Christensen Hollyhocks. Even the name conjures images of red barns and white picket fences. These humble flowers were a common fixture in cottage gardens and rural farms of yesterday, where they were often planted to hide eyesores, such as an outhouse, rubble pile or … [Read more...]
List of Edible Flowers from A to Z
Looking for a unique garnish for cakes, salads and desserts? Try edible flowers. Your options include more than the commonly used nasturtiums and violets. But use caution: Some flowers are poisonous. Always identify flowers accurately before consuming them and be sure that the … [Read more...]