Introduce new flowers into the diet slowly to be able to pinpoint allergic reactions. Edible flowers also may be preserved in oils or vinegars. Edible flowers have been used in the culinary arts for flavor and garnish for hundreds of years. Early reports indicate that the Romans used flowers in cooking, as did the Chinese, Middle Eastern and Indian cultures. During Queen Victoria's reign, edible flowers were popular and they are again popular in North America and Europe.
Many flowers are edible.
However, proper identification is essential because some flowers are poisonous and should not be eaten. Pick flowers early in the day. Use them at their peak for the best flavor. They may have a bitter or unappealing flavor. Do not use flowers that have been sprayed with pesticides, and generally avoid purchasing flowers from florists, Garden centers or nurseries.