Are Roses Edible? Yes!
Wondering "are roses are edible?" Discover the benefits, how to safely forage, and creative ways to use rose petals and rose hips in your cooking and drinks.
Elke Crosson
Elke has her Master in Teaching from the University of Toronto and a BA in International Relations with a minor in Spanish from the University of British Columbia. Her research was in the field of children's rights, and she now enjoys working as a Grade 3 teacher. She's also an avid cook, a baker, and avid lover of the outdoors, from foraging to hiking (and everything in between).
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Edible flowers: A guide to popular blooms
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Edible summer flowers: Daylily fritters recipe (beer batter)
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How to make lilac syrup from fresh lilac blossoms
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Mother’s Day gifts for outdoorsy Moms: 76 ideas
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