Poppies not only look good in the field or in the garden. They are even edible. Unfortunately, they wither quickly. Holding the stems in hot water for a short time will extend the flowers' shelf life.
The petals of the poppy are edible
Nevertheless, poppies are only suitable for the vase to a limited extent. Fortunately, not all plants bloom at once. The flowering period lasts from May to July, so you can look forward to the bright flowers for a long time.
Petals as edible decoration
As with many other plants, the flowers of the poppy are edible. You can use it to decorate buffets and salads. The petals are used in tea blends as a decorative drug. However, only consume small amounts, as they are slightly poisonous in larger doses.
The essentials in brief:
- Small amounts of flowers are edible
- large amounts are slightly toxic
- Decorative drug in tea mixtures
tips and tricks
The flowers will last longer if you briefly hold the stems under hot water.