Flowers Aren't Friends, They're Food

Go pick yourself a snack. The neighbors' nasturtiums are coming in beautifully!

Violets

Flavor profile: Velvety and sweet.

Crepe recipe here.

Pansy lemonade here.

Shortbread cookies here.

Violet jam here.

Just sugaring them makes an impressive garnish. Instructables here!

Lavender

Flavor profile: Fragrant and slightly bitter.

Lavender lemon cake here.

Lavender honey ice cream here.

Lilacs

Flavor profile: Slightly bitter, lemony overtones.

Lilac scones here.

Chamomile

Flavor profile: Light apple taste. Not just for tea and Austen novels.

Chamomile cream pie here.

Hibiscus

Via thinkgeek.com

Flavor profile: Bitter and citrusy.

Hibiscus tea here.

Nasturtiums

Via gourmet.com

Flavor profile: Peppery, sweetly spicy. Makes for a fairy-tale salad, like this one.

Nasturtium risotto here.

Roses

Flavor profile: Leathery sweet with a fruity taste.

Granola recipe here.

Candied rose petals here.

Rose and cardamom cheesecake here.

Dandelions

Flavor profile: Sweet and honey-like. Weeds in the garden, delicious in bread!

Dandy bread here.