DISCOVER WHAT'S POSSIBLE WITH EDIBLE FLOWERS
safe to eat
Safe Edible Flowers
With years of experience around edible flowers, I’ll help you identify more than 100 varieties, understand what’s safe to eat, and discover flowers you may already be growing.
ANNIE’S GROWING TIPS
Grow Edible Flowers
You don’t need a garden to grow edible flowers! You can grow many easy varieties in pots or containers. I love sharing simple ways to grow, harvest and enjoy edible flowers fresh from your own garden or pots.
COOK & CREATE
Create With Edible Flowers
I never get tired of seeing how a few beautiful blooms can transform a plate, cake or drink. Explore my favourite ideas for Flowers for Cakes | Flowers for Drinks | Flowers for Garnish
My Lifelong Love of Flowers
I’ve spent many years growing, experimenting with and enjoying edible flowers, and I still love discovering new ways to use them. Here I share what I’ve learned – from what to grow, plus simple ways to bring more colour, flavour and joy to your food and garden.
ANNIE'S NOTE
Violas are one of my go-to flowers – pretty, versatile and always a joy to have in the garden
ANNIE'S NOTE
Violas are one of my go-to flowers – pretty, versatile and always a joy to have in the garden
EASY FLOWERS TO GROW
Easy Flowers to Grow
Beautiful edible flowers don’t have to be difficult to grow. These are some of my favourites — easy to get started with and quick to reward you with colour.
Nasturtiums →
Calendula →
Violas →
EASY FLOWERS TO GROW
Easy Flowers to Grow
Beautiful flowers don’t have to be difficult to grow. These are some of my favourites – easy to get started and quick to reward you with colour.
Annie's Latest Articles
FEATURED STORY
FLOWERS WITH DRINKS
White Negroni Cocktail with Edible Flowers
A floral twist on a classic. This White Negroni is elegant, refreshing and finished with edible flowers that makes every sip a delight.
FLOWERS WITH CAKES
Edible Flower Cupcakes
Using edible flowers for cake decorating will transform your cakes from ordinary to extraordinary
HELPFUL INFO ON EDIBLE FLOWERS
List of Poisonous Flowers
Be aware which flowers are poisonous in your garden – which ones to NOT eat.
FEATURED STORY
DRINKS WITH FLOWERS
White Negroni Cocktail with Edible Flowers
A floral twist on a classic. This White Negroni is elegant, refreshing and finished with edible flowers that makes every sip a delight.
FLOWERS WITH CAKES
Edible Flower Cupcakes
Using edible flowers for cake decorating will transform your cakes from ordinary to extraordinary
HELPFUL INFO ON EDIBLE FLOWERS
List of Poisonous Flowers
Be aware which flowers are poisonous in your garden – which ones to NOT eat.
" When you see a flower on your plate it brings a delight and joy that other garnishes don’t " - Annie
COOK & CREATE WITH EDIBLE FLOWERS
Edible Flower Garnishes
Edible Flower
Garnishes
Using Edible Flowers To Garnish Home Cooking
I take every opportunity to use edible flowers from my garden for a garnish, even the every day meals! It’s a versatile and visually stunning way to add colour and elegance to any dish!
EDIBLE FLOWERS FOR CAKES
EDIBLE FLOWERS
FOR CAKES
Decorate Cakes With Edible Flowers
Let me share with you some creative tips that I have learnt using edible flowers for cakes. Also I’ll suggest the best flowers to use on your cakes and the techniques you can use to apply them.
COCKTAILS & EDIBLE FLOWERS
COCKTAILS &
EDIBLE FLOWERS
Stunning Cocktails With Edible Flowers
Have you tried using edible flowers to decorate drinks? They really make a mediocre drink look more special and appealing. Let me show you how to use your creativity and love of nature to make a colourful impact and impress your friends!
FEATURED FLOWER
Butterfly Pea Flower- Clitoria ternatea
I just love the vibrant blue flowers of the Butterfly Pea, and the way they create contrasting colours is such a lovely surprise! They’re easy to grow, and you can have so much fun using them to add a splash of colour to teas, drinks and food.
ANNIE’S JOURNAL
SPRING 2026
notes from the garden
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ANNIE’S JOURNAL
SPRING 2026
notes from the garden