They use raised beds, the slope down to the rocky beach, and the sides of buildings for climbing plants. Hundreds of edible plants grow on the two-acre site. The edible flowers are especially delightful and are part of what distinguishes the inn's cuisine. But not just any edible flower will do. The Philips want only flowers that really taste good.
Edible flowers provide an easy way to add brilliant color to a green salad.
Growing Flowers as Real Food One of the most common edible flowers in the Sooke Harbour House garden is the nasturtium. Byron Cook, the head gardener, grows them in raised beds, but they self-seed and can be found in many places on the property. Cook keeps the plants well supplied with water. If they dry out and come under stress, they start to set seed. Varieties of nasturtiums are available that can be grown close to the ground or trellised.