Rows of colorful tulip petals created a mosaic across the Ted Ensley Gardens on April 2 as Marcus Lee took his dog, Dean for a stroll. "One night of storms and rain, and just from yesterday ...

Vivid tulip petals are edible—gently crisp at the base and delicate towards the tip. Their flavor is very mild, although scented tulips do carry a suggestion of their perfume into whatever salad ...