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- The black-eyed Susanne is edible - tips for the kitchen
- Flowers of the black-eyed Susanne are edible
- Light cress flavor
- So use the black-eyed Susanne in the kitchen
- Take care when fertilizing
- Tips & Tricks
The black-eyed Susanne brings visually and flavorful momentum in every salad
The black-eyed Susanne is edible - tips for the kitchen
An amazingly large number of flowers of wild and vines are edible. The flowers and leaves of the black-eyed Susanne are no exception. They are not only very decorative, but also convince with a slightly spicy aroma.
Flowers of the black-eyed Susanne are edible
The flowers of the black-eyed Susanne are only about four inches tall. They are available in white, yellow and orange with or without a dark center, which gave the flowers their name.
Just like the leaves, the flowers contain no toxins and can therefore be safely consumed.
Not only people appreciate the aroma, but also some pets like bearded dragons and other herbivores.
Light cress flavor
The aroma of the black-eyed Susanne reminds of the popular cress. The edible flowers are used for the same food.
So use the black-eyed Susanne in the kitchen
The leaves give salads from wild herbs a special touch. You can also sprinkle them on the buttered bread.
The edible flowers with their pretty colors go well with flower salads. With them you can lovingly decorate other salads and vegetable platters.
At your big summer party in the garden, you'll be impressed with cocktails that adorn you with the flowers of the black-eyed Susanne.
Take care when fertilizing
If you want to harvest leaves and flowers of the black-eyed Susanne for the kitchen, you should be a little more careful with the fertilizer. Recommended is an organic fertilizer. Chemical fertilizers should be avoided altogether because of the artificial ingredients, since they can change the taste.
Harvest leaves and flowers in the mornings as dry as possible. Then the aroma comes out better.
But do not pick too much, because you want to enjoy the color of black-eyed Susanne with your eyes.
Tips & Tricks
The black-eyed Susanne is ideal for gardens and balconies where children and pets often reside. Since neither flowers nor leaves contain poisonous substances, they pose no danger.