Edible Flowers FAQ
Everything you need to know about cooking, baking and decorating with Secret Kiwi Kitchen edible dried flowers — from safety and storage to using them on cakes, in chocolate and in cocktails.
Are dried edible flowers safe to eat?
Yes. Secret Kiwi Kitchen edible dried flowers are culinary-grade — grown to be eaten, with no artificial colours or additives. They're intended for normal culinary use as a garnish or decoration. As with any new food, if you have specific pollen allergies, introduce them cautiously.
What edible flowers does Secret Kiwi Kitchen sell?
Our range includes red rose petals, red rose buds, blue cornflower, blue mallow, and calendula (marigold) petals, plus mixed botanical blends and single-colour collections like Only The Blues and Only Sunshine. Each is naturally dried to preserve its colour and delicate shape.
How do you use edible dried flowers?
Scatter them over frosted cakes and cupcakes, press them into cookie dough or set them into chocolate bark, garnish cocktails and mocktails, freeze them into ice cubes, or finish a cheeseboard, salad or grazing platter. A little goes a long way.
Do edible flowers have a taste?
They're prized mainly for their colour and beauty, with subtle, delicate flavours. Rose is lightly floral; cornflower and mallow are very mild. They elevate the look of a dish without overpowering the flavour.
How long do dried edible flowers last, and how should I store them?
Kept in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight and resealed after opening, dried edible flowers stay beautiful for many months. Check the best-before date printed on your pack for the exact shelf life.
Are they real flowers?
Yes — 100% real flowers, naturally dried. No artificial petals, no synthetic dyes, no nasties.
Are your edible flowers vegan and gluten-free?
Yes. They are simply dried flowers with nothing added, which makes them naturally vegan and gluten-free. Always check the pack for full allergen information.
Where are your edible flowers grown and packed?
Secret Kiwi Kitchen carefully selects and packs its edible dried flowers in New Zealand.
Will edible flowers work on buttercream, fondant and chocolate?
Yes. They sit beautifully on buttercream and whipped cream, press neatly into fondant, and set into melted chocolate. For the freshest look, add them close to serving time.
Can I use edible flowers in drinks and cocktails?
Absolutely. Float them in cocktails and mocktails, freeze them into decorative ice cubes, or use them to rim a glass. They add instant elegance to any drink.
How many edible flowers do I need to decorate a cake?
A little goes a long way — a light scatter creates a striking effect, so a single pouch decorates several cakes. For a large celebration cake, one to two pouches gives generous coverage.
Do you ship edible flowers across New Zealand and to the US?
Yes. We ship edible dried flowers across New Zealand, and they're available to customers in the United States too.