So let’s talk about harvesting violets. We love to use the flowers and leaves in salad, make syrup (flowers), jelly or use them as decoration on desserts. They are mild and beautiful! Viola is a spring and early-fall plant. It doesn’t like heat, so it tends to die back when the serious summer heat moves …
In my neck of the woods, we will start to see viola popping up here and there very soon! Not only are they happy looking herbs but they’re also edible and medicinal! Today I want to give some tips on how to cultivate them. The flowers are purple/violet, blue or white/ yellow or multicolored. The …
Viola, Johnny Jump-ups, Viola spp. I simply love these unassuming flowers. They seem to pop up throughout the garden in hopes of being appreciated. They are so lovely and make a quick and easy snack as you walk through your garden. You will begin to see them in the early spring, and depending on their …
Hibiscus, Hibiscus spp. There are hundreds of species of hibiscus. The flowers can be eaten straight off the plant (if you’re lucky enough to live in a tropical area or have a heated greenhouse!) or used dried in tea, relishes or jams. Hibiscus flower is quite tart, reminiscent of cranberry with a slight citrus flavor. …
