[header] How to make flower syrups [title] Pick edible varieties of flowers. [step] To make your own homemade flower syrups, you'll want to start with flowers that are safe to eat. Some common edible species include roses, hibiscus, lavender, chamomile and tulips, but there are many others to choose from. 
Each of these will produce a smooth, sweet syrup with its own distinctive undertones. [substeps] Choose only fresh flowers that are in full bloom and don't show any signs of wilting or disease.