How to Buy Edible Flowers & Leaves
For retail purchases please visit the following locations:
David Jones Foodhall, Lower Ground, 299 Bourke Street Melbourne 3000. Phone: (03) 9643 2521
Fruits on Coventry, Shop 46-48 South Melbourne Markets, 3205. Phone: (03) 9696 0345
For wholesale purchases please contact the Flowerdale Farm stall at the Melbourne Wholesale Market:
Stores 52-54, Melbourne Wholesale Markets, 35 Produce Drive, Epping VIC 3076
Phone: (03) 9687 2522 Fax: (03) 9687 2520
Edible Flowers FAQ
The culinary use of flowers dates back thousands of years in many different cultures. Edible flowers can contribute flavour, aroma and colour to a wide range of dishes including savoury meals, salads, beverages, cakes and desserts. They are also a beautiful garnish, adding style to any dish. However, not all flowers are edible. Only specific varieties which have been grown under strict guidelines are safe for human consumption. Flowerdale Farm’s specialist growers have extensive experience in cultivating edible flower varieties which are grown pesticide free, are flavoursome and ready-to-eat. Flowerdale Farm recommends the following guidelines for eating flowers safely: There is no easier way to add amazing flavour and interest to your meals than by adding edible flowers. More than just a garnish, many of our edible flowers can be used as key ingredients in a wide range of sweet and savoury dishes. Our edible flower collection includes varieties which have spicy, savoury, sweet and perfumed flavours. Use edible flowers to instantly enhance the taste and presentation of any dish including salads, soups, meat dishes, seafood, entrees, desserts, baked goods, pastries, ice drinks and cocktails To maintain freshness, store Flowerdale Farm Edible Flowers between 1-5 degrees C. They are best kept in the middle shelf of your refrigerator. Edible flowers should be consumed within 10 days of packing. Rinse in cold water before use and shake off excess liquid. Flowerdale Farm edible flowers are grown in Glenlyon Victoria, a small town in the picturesque shire of Hepburn. With a focus on low-impact gardening and responsive farming, all our edible flowers are grown with organic fertilizers, hand-picked, meticulously packed and ready for the plate. We rely on companion planting for plant health and to naturally repel pests. However some predator bugs are welcome, maintaining a natural balance in the garden. To stop caterpillars, we use a biological organic spray that specifically targets the caterpillar but is harmless to other beneficial bugs like bees, lady bugs and prey mantis. For soil health we use crop rotation, not growing the same plant in the same spot for long periods. Mulching with pea straw avoids weeds and adds nitrogen to the soil. Each flower variety is seasonal, which means we work to a strict calendar that outlines what and when to plant and when to harvest. However, our wide range of edible flowers ensures that there are selected varieties available year round.What are ‘edible flowers’?
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