Flowers 2026 7 X 7 Mini Wall Calendar
FLORAL BEAUTY - Twelve stunning images encapsulating the essence, vibrancy, and soul of flowers. These extraordinary blooms promise to warm your heart with their beauty.
Kew: The Apothecary’s Garden
For centuries we have harnessed the ancient wisdom of botanical healing, with plants used for a multitude of remedies that nurture both body and soul. Kew: The Apothecary's Garden is a fascinating exploration of nature's pharmacy and the healing power of plants, from soothing hops, chamomile and valerian, and invigorating guarana, maca and ginseng, to the infection-fighting turmeric and tea tree and the immunity-boosting turkey tail mushroom. Herbal remedies, natural tinctures, and the historical and botanical background of plants are revealed through expert text and beautiful illustrations from the renowned Kew archive. This curious history of plants that heal describes the incredible properties of over 60 species. Exploring the original folk remedies they inspired and the science behind them, this is the weird and wonderful story of how humans have harnessed nature's apothecary.
Sustainable Floral Design
Florists Per Benjamin and Max van de Sluis (Life2) explore the history of floral design to search for past techniques that can help reduce the footprint of the sector and promote eco-friendly floral design. The footprint of modern-day floristry is considerable, however ideas and techniques from the past can be the solution to help create a sustainable future for the sector. In this fact and inspiration filled book, florists Max van de Sluis and Per Benjamin go as far back as the Stone Age and Ancient Egypt to find out about flower use, techniques and materials throughout the ages. They show us how intricate floral designs were made without single-use, non-compostable or non-reusable materials, and how these often simple, but clever and inventive ways can be adapted and upscaled to create contemporary 'greener' floral design.
Wildflowers
Discover the fascinating stories behind around 300 species of wildflowers, and marvel at a botanical beauty and diversity you never knew existed. Did you know that orchids existed alongside dinosaurs? And that 30,000 plant species are used as medicine worldwide? In this stunning book, leading botanist Chris Thorogood brings you closer to 300 species of wildflowers through fascinating facts, plant profiles, and detailed illustrations. More than just meadows, discover wildflowers that are pollinated by birds, that look like stones, and that feed on the creatures around them. Humans have had a close relationship with wildflowers throughout history, from growing dahlias as crops and comfrey as medicine, to carrying posies to ward off the plague and roses down the aisle. Bringing together natural history, culture, food, medicine, and technology, this fascinating book will open your eyes to the botanical wonders all around us. With a guide to the wildflowers growing in every habitat, identification notes, a grow-your-own guide, and more, this is the ultimate flower lover's companion.
Secrets from the Flower Farm
What is the secret to growing abundant cut flowers even in unpredictable conditions? This complete guide to the seed-to-vase journey reveals how to grow flowers with incredible fragrance, embrace sustainability, and discover gorgeous new varieties of homegrown blooms.Flower farmer Rebecca Starling shares her secrets to successfully growing cut flowers for the home. Whether a growing space is large or small, it's remarkably easy to be surrounded by color for many months of the year. Flower-farm secrets include unusual, heirloom, and new plant choices; trending plants and flower fashion; cold-hardy, heat-tolerant, and drought-resistant plants; soil blocking and successful growing from seed; drying your own flowers; the importance of day length; low-maintenance plants for busy people; hero flowers for every season; and recipes for stunning arrangements. Secrets from the Flower Farm examines innovative ways of growing, and shares the clever plant choices that will produce armfuls of flowers to be cut for months on end.
Pansies
"This must-add to your garden library" is an indispensable guide to pansies--and a brand new way to look at the dazzling flower that brings drama, whimsy, and diversity to every garden and arrangement (Erin Benzakein, Floret). Pansies is the big idea flower book we've all been waiting for. While working at the famed Floret Flower Farm, Brenna Estrada was so inspired by the pansies being grown that she began to trial hundreds of varieties of pansies and violas on her own farm. Her innovative approach to growing in full sun results in pansies with long stems, breathtaking fragrance, and unique color. Filled with stunning photography, Pansies is perfect for growers, florists, artists, and collectors. Readers will discover: -The fascinating history of pansies and violas, from their origination as a wildflower to a necessary adornment in every household garden -Everything you need to know about growing pansies (and how to save pansy seeds!) -How to keep pansies healthy and resilient all year round -Inspiration for incorporating pansies in crafts, recipes, and in the apothecary -Inspiring examples of knockout bouquets and arrangements -Lush profiles on 50 varieties of pansies and violas available today
The Texas Native Plant Primer
From Texas's leading native plant organization comes an accessible and colorful guide to planting native for home gardeners at every level of expertise. Do you want a garden that makes a real difference? Choose plants native to our Texas. The rewards will benefit you, your yard, and the environment--from reducing maintenance tasks to attracting earth-friendly pollinators such as native birds, butterflies, and bees. Native plant expert Andrea DeLong-Amaya and the world famous Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center make adding these superstar plants easier than ever before, with proven advice that every home gardener can follow. This incomparable sourcebook includes native ferns, grasses, wildflowers, perennials, vines, shrubs, and trees. It's everything you need to know to create a beautiful and beneficial garden.
Daffodils
The quintessential heralds of spring, jaunty daffodils are as diverse and fascinating as they are adored.In Daffodils: Beautiful Varieties for Home and Garden, leading garden writer Naomi Slade explores the intriguing history of the genus Narcissus along with its growing and care. Renowned floral photographer Georgianna Lane reveals the breadth of daffodil varieties in a range of breathtaking solid colors and multitoned and ruffled combinations of salmon, pink, peach, orange, and white.Daffodils are easy to grow as garden plants or container specimens, and their bulbs multiply year after year. Indoors they add brightness and cheer as cut flowers in home arrangements, wedding bouquets, and even large-scale event decor. Plant bulbs fall through January if the soil is workable, for the most joyful spring blooms ever! Daffodils are a popular choice for bouquets, corsages, bridal bouquets, centerpieces, and forced-bloom gifts.Gracing springtime flower beds and grassy meadows alike, these cheerful trumpet flowers are plants of poetic inspiration and mythic renown, rich with perfume and infused with optimism.
The Goth Garden
Explore the mysterious beauty of gothic gardening with this illustrated plant encyclopedia, featuring the history, myths, and lore behind 50 dark and unique plants perfect for creating your very own spooky garden. From the Mangave Black Widow to the humble mint plant, discover the hidden stories behind plants that bring a moody, gothic vibe to your garden. Learn what makes a garden truly gothic as you uncover the fascinating histories and legends of unusual plants, inspiring you to design your own striking gothic garden. Discover the dark and fascinating histories of these unique plants and get inspired to incorporate them into your gothic garden or spooky outdoor space. You'll explore unique varieties like: -The "Queen of the Night" Tulip -Black Krim Tomatoes -The "Black Magic" Petunia -And many more! Unearth the secrets of plants like "Black Lace" Elderberry, with its dark foliage and connections to Freya, the goddess of love and death, or the deep red basil that adds both flavor and gothic flair to your garden. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just beginning your botanical journey, The Goth Garden will inspire you to transform your space into an enchanting, gothic retreat filled with mystery and life.
Gardeners' World: The Flower Book
The Flower Book is a daily journey through the art, science, and enchantment of flowers, in which every day of the year is paired with a flower, chosen to match the day it is in bloom. Compiled by the experts at Gardeners' World, this enchanting volume is the perfect gift for anyone who finds solace, inspiration, and wonder in the world of flowers. Serving as your daily dose of floral joy, The Flower Book is something to cherish throughout the seasons. From the delicate snowdrops of January and the explosion of tulips in April to the festive poinsettias of December, each flower is paired with photography and historic botanical illustrations and features practical tips and tricks for growing throughout the seasons, along with insights into the symbolism, folklore, and significance of each featured flower. The Flower Book is your companion in discovering the daily wonders of nature, one exquisite bloom at a time.
Alpines
Hailing from the world's harshest climates, the iconic edelweiss, vibrant blue forget-me-nots, delicate saxifrages, and stunning gentians are just a few of the exciting alpines that you will discover in this book. Short detailed descriptions and images reveal more than 400 species and cultivars, providing an informative and practical overview of cultivating alpines whatever the size of your garden or patio. Written for the gardener, enthusiast and horticulturist
Australian Native Plants: 7th Edition
A decade on from the publication of the sixth edition of this classic book, this fully revised seventh edition contains hundreds of updates, including many revised names, reclassifications, new plant profiles, updated photos and other new information. The book provides a wealth of detail on literally thousands of native plants, their properties, cultivation and propagation. The introductory chapters provide sound practical advice on the collection and propagation of plant material, dealing with pests and diseases, selection of plants, fertilising your plants, plant management and landscaping. The updates maintain the position of this title as the most comprehensive and up-to-date book on this subject available on the market. It is indispensible for anyone interested in growing native plants anywhere in Australia, whether they are home gardeners, landscapers or professional horticulturists.
The Essential Guide to Bulbs
"Infectious and encouraging...this book is indeed "essential" reading for expert gardeners as well as newbies just dipping their trowel into bulb growing." ―The Seattle Times "This beautifully photographed, comprehensive resource...offers deep knowledge and encouragement to choose, plant and care for your bulbs." ―The Independent An absolute must-read for any gardener who wants to level up their gardening skills, The Essential Guide to Bulbs is a gorgeously photographed, comprehensive, and inviting resource that is destined to become a gardening classic. Bulbs have a universal appeal--they are extremely diverse with many varieties to choose from, and they are great in containers. While many gardeners may be familiar with the early show of spring bulbs like daffodils and tulips, there are many more to choose from that provide three-season color, drama, and spontaneity in the garden. Plus, they're great for a tighter budget. Gardeners will discover: How to recognize what bulbs you love and personalize your garden to match your vision Planting techniques and design ideas for growing bulbs in any size garden Incorporating bulbs for pollinators, and the importance of ecological methods Tips for creating a brilliant bulb container garden in every season A wide array of bulb varieties with in-depth planting information
American Horticultural Society Essential Guide to Perennial Gardening
Learn how to build an enduring, resilient, and biodiverse landscape prized by pollinators and people alike from the foremost authority on gardening in North America. The second book in the American Horticultural Society's series of growing guides, AHS Essential Guide to Perennial Gardening is a comprehensive and modern guide to cultivating and caring for perennial plants, including many perennials native to North America. Whether you grow in full sun or a shady corner, in a small space or a large landscape, the insight and guidance offered by the experts at AHS ensure you'll have a thriving, bloom-filled garden. Included inside: Strategies for designing the perennial garden of your dreams or incorporating perennials into an existing garden Advice on selecting the best perennials for your climate and design styleTechniques for fostering a robust and adaptable garden that requires lower maintenance Eco-friendly approaches to managing pests and diseases Information on routine perennial plant-care tasks such as dividing, pruning, pinching, staking, and fertilizingInsight on garden maintenance methods that do not negatively impact pollinators and other wildlifeOver 150 perennial plant profiles with photographs and specific care advice This complete and contemporary manual contains all the information you need to grow perennials successfully in the face of today's many gardening challenges, including weather extremes, invasive pests, water-use restrictions, and other such trials. Its modern approach to perennial gardening focuses on treating the garden as an ecosystem that depends less on human interference and more on natural resiliency. Also included in this series is AHS Essential Guide to Organic Vegetable Gardening.
Flora Nouveaux
"A must-buy that will quickly gain fans among those who want to make their own bouquets as well as anyone who just likes to look at beautiful arrangements. This work deserves the spotlight on any shelf" --Library Journal, Starred ReviewEmbrace the unique and sustainable beauty of dried flowers with this bright, fun, and modern flower book from Carla Wingett, popular flower designer and founder of Idlewild Floral. Move over dusty, neutral bouquets! Dried flowers get a much-needed makeover in Flora Nouveaux, a contemporary color-forward take on dried floral arrangements. Combining hundreds of gorgeous images with easy-to-follow how-to guidance on drying and arranging stunning blooms, expert florist Carla Wingett puts the power in your hands to easily create spectacular, sustainable, showstopping dried arrangements for any occasion. Turn the pages of this one-of-a-kind guide to find: Twenty gorgeous, contemporary floral recipes that add a pop of striking, eco-friendly beauty to every scene and subvert expectations of what dried flowers can be. Sections organized by occasion, including everyday living, holidays, entertaining, and ceremonies. Simple techniques for sourcing, drying, and preserving dried flowers, plus bonus tips on enhancing your arrangements with fresh elements. Whether you want to jazz up your kitchen counter with an everlasting bouquet, add a festive wreath to your holiday table, or wow your wedding guests with an exquisite floral installation, Flora Nouveaux gives you all the tools to create magic with dried flowers. EXPERT AUTHOR: Carla Wingett is the founder of Idlewild Floral, a boutique floral design company based in California that works exclusively with dried and preserved flowers. Her work has been featured in Food & Wine Magazine, Martha Stewart, Dwell, Architectural Digest, and Forbes, sharing Idlewild's distinctive style and contemporary take on floral design. DRIED FLORAL D?COR: Dried flower arranging has become popular year-round as a winning option for more earth-friendly and reusable d矇cor. This book makes it easy to incorporate the trend into your home and special events. It makes the perfect gift or self-purchase for flower lovers. AFFORDABLE LUXURY: This arranging guide is chock-full of essential wisdom and dozens of inspired ideas for decorating with dried flowers. It's just right for flower and decor enthusiasts looking for affordable ways to elevate their homes and workspaces. Pair it with a starter set of dried or preserved flowers or a lovely ceramic vase to create a charming gift package. Perfect for: Flower lovers Crafters and decor enthusiasts of all skill levels Gift-giving for housewarming, engagement, birthday, Mother's Day, and more Fans of Floret Farm's flower books, Magnolia Table, and The Flower Recipe Book
The Southern Orchard Month-by-Month
Growing edible plants in the southern United States is a fun and rewarding experience. Temperate fruit trees have always been at home here. The Southern Orchard Month-by-Month is a resource for gardeners who want detailed guidance on fruit tree care in the South. Sprays, planting, pruning, and much more are covered in this guide for beginning and advanced gardeners alike.This monthly guide step-by-step guide is sure to help southern gardeners of all skill levels.
'Field Guide to Australian Orchids - Epiphytes
In this spectacular and comprehensive book, orchid expert David Jones describes more than 1300 species and subspecies of Australian native orchids. Accompanying each genus, are line drawings that will help you to easily determine the genus of each orchid you discover The genus descriptions outline the features of the genus as a whole, and include details about pollination and cultivation.
Marfa Garden
Marfa Garden is a celebration of more than a hundred flowering plants of the Chihuahuan Desert, North America's largest hot desert, spanning northern Mexico, West Texas, and parts of New Mexico and Arizona. Hundreds of photos show plants in year-round cycles, with budding, complex foliage, unfolding blooms, seedpods, and winter texture and color. Also included are introductory essays, each plant's common and scientific names, historical information, garden use, and USDA classification, as well as abundant space for gardening notes. Everyday gardeners, naturalists, landscape designers, architects, and anyone interested in dry gardens of the Southwest will find great value and joy in this essential field guide.
A Year of Flower Wreaths
Learn how to create beautiful flower wreaths all year around - not just for Advent and Christmas. Decorate your front door, walls, and dining table, and adorn your head with flower crowns. This book has 40 wreaths and flower arrangements for all occasions and seasons, from the first longing for spring and burgeoning greenery via summer light and harvest time to Christmas and winter rest. All wreaths have clear step-by-step instructions in text and pictures, and facts about which materials are suitable for the different seasons. Written by florist, photographer, and writer Malin Bj繹rkholm, whose wreaths and flower arrangements have become famous on Instagram due to their simplicity and use of natural materials.
Flower Magic
Discover the magical language of flowers. Flowers have a language all their own, and understanding their magnificent language opens up a whole new world of expression and magic. Flowers speak to us through colors, shapes, and their confident opening to the world. They are brave; from the moment they are just a bud, they are not afraid to unveil themselves and fully show their nature. The magic of flowers is everywhere, generous and undeniable, and it reminds us at every moment of the beauty of the world, even when we have forgotten it. Flowers, living entities with which we can forge a connection, inspire us to nurture their splendid attributes within ourselves. This beautifully illustrated work takes you on a tour of the most magical flowers nature has to offer, transporting you into a world of color, fragrance, and hidden potential. Here you will explore sixty flowers organized into six gardens: the Garden of the Psyche, the Heart, the Sun, the Inner Child, the Wind, and the Senses. Each garden has messages and secrets to share for healing, growth, blessings, and cleansing. Flower Magic unearths that powerful symbolism--made up of perfumes, natural secrets, and magical potential. Given as much, it would only be right for a riot of colors to permeate the pages, depicting the most stunning, iconic, and mysterious flowers that nature offers us, and reveal their meanings.
A Gardening Guide to Nature and Health
Koehlerova skilfully takes the reader into her confidence as they embark on a journey of discovery and self-discovery, experienc- ing deepening awareness of how the garden can provide a heart-felt portal into another world: the natural world. Your dreams and horticultural desires are floated through these pages in an evocative paean to all our gardening ambitions. This is truly a creative work expressing passion and enthusiasm for its mission. It balances the need for essential knowledge with the keen gift of hard-won experience. This book is both light touch, playful and knowledgeable. It gives the reader a way into nature that is rare in the crowded field of gardening books. As Beverley Nichols said: 'you can no more stop a garden from walking, in spirit, into the house of a gardener than you can stop the sea from flowing, in spirit, into the house of a sailor. You will not be disappointed.
Vancouver's Endearing Splendour of Flowers Collection 2024
Browse through an alphabetical list of over 100 pages and 55 flower genera, species and cultivars in this mini photo-paedia with rich colour images captured in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. From stunning cherry plum blossoms to diverse rose meadows, the ever-growing variety of flora beauty teeming in this city from late winter through autumn is heavily featured in this reference collection, which may come in handy for the garden enthusiast. This 2004 edition comes with updated photography and additions to further enhance information and visual content.
A Flower Garden for Pollinators
With bees, butterflies and other pollinators threatened by climate change and habit loss, it's now more important than ever to support and nurture pollinators in your garden. In this practical and beautiful guide, expert horticulturalist and regular Gardener's World presenter Rachel de Thame shows you how to create a garden that provides an abundant resource of plants rich in nectar and pollen. Arranged by season and illustrated with exquisite hand-painted watercolors and glorious photography, this book provides a captivating look at supporting nature. Whether you have a courtyard garden or a large country garden, A Flower Garden for Pollinators will tell you what to plant and when in order to attract and sustain a host of pollinators all year round.
A Floral Feast
How to grow and harvest an abundant supply of edible ingredients from your garden.Flowers have probably been used in cooking for as long as people have been preparing and flavoring food. In China cooks were experimenting with chive flowers in 3000 BC and the Romans frequently added blooms to their dishes. Today flowers are often seen as an exotic extra, employed only by professional chefs. While we are all taking a greater interest in the provenance of our food, adding more plant-based ingredients to our diets, experimenting with growing our own vegetables and eating to follow the seasons, edible flowers remain a bit of an unknown quantity.This book demystifies the idea of eating flowers and introduces readers to a whole range of blooms, leaves, flowering herbs and edible seeds that can be home-grown and used in a new way - by adding them to food. From drying hibiscus petals to concocting a soothing tisane, harvesting nigella seeds to use in savory biscuits, or baking a lemon-scented pelargonium cake, garden-grown flowers make wonderful ingredients - and align directly with the important current message of seasonal, sustainable growing. Dunster shows how to grow an abundance of flowers to guarantee a regular and plentiful supply of chemical-free ingredients.Includes information on harvesting, drying and preserving methods, and a wide range of culinary uses and techniques.
Designing with Dried Flowers
Step into the world of beautiful, everlasting flowers with this book of thirty-two dried flower arrangements that can be made all year round. Flowers are often fleetingly lovely, but a dried bouquet is a gift that can last. In Designing with Dried Flowers, you'll find small arrangements for every day, beautiful wreaths for every season and occasion, and celebration showstoppers that will look gorgeous in the moment and for months to come. Farmer-florist Hannah Muller of The Wreath Room at Full Belly Farm shares her unique methods to naturally dry flowers that hold their color and delicacy. Alongside the arrangements you'll learn how to dry your own flowers, whether they're from the supermarket or your garden. From there, create one of the many unique arrangements in the book, and easily create new ones with the same flowers. With step-by-step instructions for every arrangement, gorgeous photography to inspire your creations, and helpful information along the way, Designing with Dried Flowers is a must-have for every flower lover.
Flowering
A fresh, contemporary flower-arranging book from the Miami-based studio Calma Floral, with foundational tips, flower recipes, and bountiful photography that will teach you how to create irreverent arrangements for any occasion. Heralding a new era in floral design--one that favors a playful, modern aesthetic and a laidback approach--this guide to creating trend-forward flower arrangements invites you to think outside the box. Learn how to arrange unique, eye-catching bouquets by pairing unexpected combinations and incorporating a variety of elements and textures, such as fresh and dried blooms, rhinestones, fruit, and tropical foliage. Foundational tips for "flowering" set you up for success, and twenty ​step-by-step recipes (paired with step-by-step photos!) make it easy to design joy-filled floral moments--from a whimsical fountain of troll grass to a mossy mounded centerpiece, a Rococo-inspired piece worthy of Versailles, a suspended cloud of fluffy mimosa, and so much more. A must-have for hobbyists and experienced florists looking for something fresh, Flowering is the essential floral book for today. ONE-OF-A-KIND PIECES: With categories that include 360 Arrangements, Bud Vases + Tiny Arrangements, Party Time Flowers, Installations + Home Decor, and more, this book offers a wide range of flower design ideas. You'll find a piece for every occasion, whether you're looking for a bright bouquet of reflexed roses to gift to a friend, a table runner of carnations and candles for a dinner party, or an installation of dried palms to hang in your entryway. ALL-LEVEL DESIGNS: Flowering is perfect for weekend dabblers and professionals alike: Hobbyists and amateur designers will appreciate the informal tone, approachable how-tos, and step-by-step photography, which make creating these striking bouquets and arrangements easy and fun. Experienced florists will be inspired to try something new and different thanks to the book's creative inspirations. ON-TREND AESTHETIC: In a vibrant, colorful package, Flowering makes a fun gift alongside a vase, a candle, or an anthurium plant. Inspired by Calma Floral's youthful brand design, this trend-forward book is a must-have resource for millennials and Gen-Zers who like to have fun with flowers. FLOWER BOOK FOR A MODERN AUDIENCE: With a relaxed approach and chic style, Flowering is a refreshing update to the classic tomes on flower arrangement. Diverging from the tried and true, these 20 arrangements eschew tradition and make a bold statement with sculptural shapes and unique materials. Anyone eager for a new, exciting take on floral design will find it here! Perfect for: Hobbyists and weekend dabblers who want to have fun with flowers Florists and floral designers looking for new inspiration and a fresh aesthetic Fans of the modern arrangements designed by Calma Floral, Bloom and Plume, and Under New Mgmt Shoppers looking for a Mother's Day, birthday, anniversary, or engagement gift
Your Natural Garden
A valuable and artfully crafted guide to tending a naturalistic garden. From plantsman Kelly Norris, author of New Naturalism, comes a much-needed handbook to maintaining today's natural gardens. Naturalistic plantings, overflowing with biodiverse communities of plants, are filling front and backyards around the globe with colorful blooms, easy-care plants, and wildlife habitat. But caring for a naturalistic garden is vastly different than caring for a traditional home landscape of carefully manicured plants separated by mulch and regularly primped and pruned. In Your Natural Garden, tending your garden properly means understanding its connection to the greater natural world and using garden care methods that mimic nature instead of controlling it. Page by page, you're guided through all the seasons of a naturalistic garden's life and the tasks and to-dos that come with each of them. Including how to: Encourage and establish complexity in a new gardenPromote growth and variation by letting your plants self propagateDetermine when and what to edit, and when it's best to let chaos reinDecide if and when weeding is necessaryFoster the insects and other animals that rely on your plantsUnderstand succession in the naturalistic garden and why it's important Know when it's time to cut back your garden and how to do it rightVerdant photographs accompany the text throughout, offering examples of well-tended naturalistic plantings and the tasks that are needed to properly care for them.
How to Grow Flowers in Small Spaces
Take your gardening to the next level...with flowers! After learning how to manage their houseplants and grow their own food, this highly stylized, fully illustrated, modern guidebook teaches reluctant green thumbs to brighten up their gardens with flowers. Did you know that begonias can be dug up in the fall, stored indoors in the winter, and be ready to be planted and bloom again in the spring? That daylilies need to be divided every three to four years to produce more blooms? Or that marigolds can be both a beautiful and helpful addition to a vegetable garden as a natural deterrent to common garden pests? Whether you're a first-time gardener or an experienced green thumb looking to learn more about flowers, this book is your must-have guide! How to Grow Flowers in Small Spaces features 40 beautiful flowers (from smaller pincushion flowers to towering lilacs) that can all be grown in containers or small spaces. Along with detailed care instructions and beautiful illustrations of each plant, you'll also find everything you need to know for your floral garden to flourish, including: -How to establish a garden bed (no matter the size!) -How to determine which flowers are best grown from seeds or from transplants -How to water your flowers for optimal growth (whether they're in the ground or in a container) -How to turn those blooms into a beautiful home-grown bouquet -And much more! No more trips to the florist--with How to Grow Flowers in Small Spaces, your home and garden will be bursting with color to keep you healthier and happier than ever. From peonies and marigolds to snapdragons and foxgloves, grab your gloves and get to gardening!
Grace Rose Farm: Garden Roses
An inspiration of roses A one-of-a-kind guide to growing, cutting, and arranging the most beautiful roses in the world, Garden Roses belongs in the hands of every flower lover. Created by Gracielinda Poulson, the preeminent rose grower in the country and proprietor of Grace Rose Farm, each page of this glorious book steeps the reader in the iconic mystique of the rose: Its breathtaking beauty, in hundreds of photographs. Its secrets, in the incredible breadth of information on the varieties best suited for cutting and how to raise them to thrive in the garden or a container, in almost any climate zone. And its unique presence in our lives, in all the ways to style and display roses, from a simple vaseful to more elaborate tablescapes and floral arches, truly elevating the flower that more than any other has captured our imaginations and delighted our eyes.
Understories: Plants and Culture in the American Tropics
Understories: Plants and Culture in the American Tropics establishes the central importance of plants to the histories and cultures of the extended tropical region stretching from the U.S. South to Argentina. Through close examination of a number of significant plants - cacao, mate, agave, the hevea brasilensis, kudzu, the breadfruit, soy, and the ceiba pentandra, among others - this volume shows that vegetal life has played a fundamental role in shaping societies and in formulating cultural and environmental imaginaries in and beyond the region. Drawing on a wide range of cultural traditions and forms across literature, popular music, art, and film, the essays included in this volume transcend regional and linguistic boundaries to bring together multiple plant-centred histories or 'understories' - narratives that until now have been marginalized or gone unnoticed. Attending not only to the significant influence of humans on plants, but also of plants on humans, this book offers new understandings of how colonization, globalization, and power were, and continue to be, imbricated with nature in the American tropics.
Black Flora
Discover the growing community of Black floriculture leading the new vanguard in flowers. Black Flora is the first book to feature profiles of contemporary Black experts innovating in the world of flowers. Author and longtime gardener, Teresa Speight, offers a beautiful intersection of flowers and community. This book is a homecoming, one that unearths the floral legacies of the past and present, while providing a source of inspiration for younger generations of plant-lovers seeking examples of successful Black floral artists and entrepreneurs. With photos and insights from over 20 growers, florists, and designers from around the US, each with a deep reverence for nature, Black Flora showcases a range of floral expertise. And as visionary horticulturalist and garden historian, Abra Lee, reflects in her foreword, the community represented in Black Flora has an important significance both today, and in garden history. Both a celebration of now and a vision for the future, Black Flora honors floriculture's creative vanguard.
Private Gardens of Philadelphia
The first-ever coffee table book on Philadelphia's private gardens! Inspiring photos and expert writing spotlight select private gardens, where horticultural pride is part of the region's land history."Rob Cardillo is a master of light. His eye for the broad sweep, to the humblest detail, captures the very soul of the garden." --Anne Raver, former garden writer for The New York TimesA GardenComm 2025 Gold Laurel Media Awards Winner, Photography, Book (General Readership) A GardenComm 2025 Silver Laurel Media Awards Winner, Publishing, Book (General Readership) A GardenComm 2025 Silver Laurel Media Awards Winner, Writing, Book (General Readership)The Philadelphia region is home to an almost mystifying number of excellent gardens, both public and private. With a history of ornamental gardening going back more than 300 years, Philadelphians take pride in the tradition of horticulture readily visible today in the sizable number of public gardens, esteemed horticulture schools, and the largest flower show in the country.In Philadelphia and its surrounding counties, the reader will visit 21 private gardens behind tall hedges, down quiet lanes, or tucked into bustling neighborhoods. Here, gardening knowledge and plants themselves have been passed down through generations, culminating in a wonderful depth of expression from the artists, designers, writers, conservators, and other experts whose gardens are included. This book will inspire anyone who loves beauty to create more of it in their lives.These gorgeous private gardens are products of years of hard physical labor; financial tradeoffs; responding to constant threats of damage by tornados, floods, deer, unwanted development; and random acts of God. Each garden, including the grandest, operates within some combination of challenging constraints. But as all gardeners know, constraints are necessary to push the limits of resourcefulness and creativity.More Accolades: "More than just a compendium of awesome gardens, this book is filled with the seeds for ideas. Harvest from the pages--they will grow on you." --Tovah Martin, author of The Garden in Every Sense and Season"Rob Cardillo's images are food for the eye, a pleasing visual experience to see these especially attractive and pleasing gardens filled with lovely plants arranged with thought and grown with care."--Judy Glattstein, the gardener at BelleWood Gardens
Roses
Embark on a captivating journey with the world's most celebrated flower-the rose. From its ancient historical roots to its significance in today's modern world, 'Roses: History and Uses' offers readers an insightful and comprehensive exploration into the myriad ways this iconic bloom has touched our lives. Discover the rose's role in romance, its therapeutic wonders, its influence on economies, and its place within nature's delicate web. Dive deep into its vibrant hues, its seasonal dances, and its fragrant secrets. Expertly crafted with meticulous detail and filled with enchanting anecdotes, this book isn't just about a flower; it's a reflection of human history, passion, and our enduring bond with nature. Whether you're a seasoned gardener, a history enthusiast, or simply someone who admires beauty, this tome is a testament to the timeless allure of the rose. Step into a world where petals tell stories and thorns sing of resilience.
Kew - Fragrance
The luxurious and evocative scents that have fragranced the world all have their roots firmly in nature. Kew: Fragrance explores the botanical origins of perfume, unveiling the science and secrets behind the most intoxicating ingredients and their journey from bloom to bottle. From lemon, lavender and liquorice to cumin, cardamom and cotton flower, Fragrance reveals the alchemy, cultural meaning and plant provenance of 100 key ingredients that make up the most seductive scents. With beautiful botanical illustrations from the Kew archive and expert text, this book is an enchanting exploration of scent and the plant origins of perfume.
A Gardening Guide to Nature and Health
Koehlerova skilfully takes the reader into her confidence as they embark on a journey of discovery and self-discovery, experiencing deepening awareness of how the garden can provide a heart-felt portal into another world: the natural world. Your dreams and horticultural desires are floated through these pages in an evocative paean to all our gardening ambitions. This is truly a creative work expressing passion and enthusiasm for its mission. It balances the need for essential knowledge with the keen gift of hard-won experience. This book is both light touch, playful and knowledgeable. It gives the reader a way into nature that is rare in the crowded field of gardening books - As Beverley Nichols said: ' you can no more stop a garden from walking, in spirit, into the house of a gardener than you can stop the sea from flowing, in spirit, into the house of a sailor.' You will not be disappointed.
Cacti and Succulents
Master the art of cultivating succulents and cacti! Are you looking for tips on how to grow succulents?Are you a succulent enthusiast wanting to expand your knowledge on how to propagate your existing plants?Do you want to learn more about the most common cacti and succulent types?Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned gardener, cacti and succulents are the most rewarding plants you can add to your garden. They're low maintenance, and they'll add a unique aesthetic to any indoor or outdoor space with adequate care.In this book, you will: Explore the fascinating world of cacti and succulents.Learn how to choose the best cactus or succulent according to your needs and cultivating capabilities.Understand how to plant and arrange the plants to give them the best head start.Learn how to water cacti and succulents the proper way.Understand the importance of maintaining the health and well-being of cacti and succulents and the best indicators of healthy plants, including vibrant colors, firmness, robust growth, and the absence of pests or diseases.Identify the best ways to improve growth through pruning and shaping.Learn about propagation and the best propagation methods for cultivating cacti and succulents.Understand the concepts of pest control, disease management, and any other challenges you may face while growing cacti and succulents.Master the art of companion planting with cacti and succulents.Access a comprehensive list of species you can cultivate.With step-by-step instructions on how to plant, cultivate, and care for cacti and succulents, expert tips for identifying cacti, and practical tips on pairing cacti and succulents with other beneficial companion plants, this book offers the perfect steppingstone for everyone looking to grow these stunning plants.
The Essential Guide to Indoor Plants
Science has affirmed it: houseplants contribute to our well-being, bringing joy and health benefits. As research highlights their ability to cleanse the air, elevate our spirits, and alleviate stress, there's every incentive to transform our living spaces with an array of delightful plants in various shapes, sizes, and hues.With an abundance of plant varieties available, there's a perfect plant-or several-for everyone: from graceful, blooming orchids to petite cacti and succulents, delicate trailing plants, and imposing floor-standing palms. The options are vast. While the temptation to fill every available surface with greenery is strong, the most captivating houseplant displays transcend mere abundance. They are deliberate and curated arrangements that can establish a specific ambiance within a home-whether it's a snug oasis or a striking, architecturally inspired plant showcase.
Hana Kotoba
���� Welcome to the Enchanting World of "Hana Kotoba: The Secret Wisdom of Flowers" - A Journey into the Heart of Floriography ����Step into the realm of "Hana Kotoba: The Secret Wisdom of Flowers," where the subtle art of expressing emotions through blooms unfolds in a tapestry of colors and meanings. This beautifully illustrated book delves into the ancient Japanese tradition of Hana Kotoba, the language of flowers, revealing the intricate stories and symbolism held within 196 flowers worldwide.���� What Makes this book unique: - A Global Garden: Each page presents a different flower, complete with its unique history, cultural significance, haiku, and symbolic meaning, making this book an Encyclopedia for the universal language of flowers.- Rich Symbolism & Storytelling: Discover the profound ways Japanese culture has used flowers to communicate complex emotions and messages throughout history.- Elegant Illustrations: The book is adorned with original and captivating illustrations that bring each flower to life, making it a visual and intellectual delight of colors.- Cultural Insights: "Hana Kotoba" goes beyond a simple dictionary of flower meanings, providing insights into the cultural contexts and historical backgrounds that have shaped floriography across the globe.- A Source of Inspiration: Whether you are a flower enthusiast, a gardener, or someone seeking a deeper understanding of cultural symbolism, this book offers a rich source of inspiration and knowledge.���� Embark on a Floral Journey: "Hana Kotoba: The Secret Wisdom of Flowers" is more than a book; it's an invitation to explore the nuanced world of emotions and expressions through flowers' timeless and transcendent language. Uncover the hidden messages and tales that each petal whispers.Ready to delve into the secret world of flowers and their profound wisdom? Let "Hana Kotoba" guide you through a vivid and colorful landscape where each bloom tells a story waiting to be discovered.
Tulipina's Floral Fantasy
A gorgeous visual guide to designing jaw-dropping botanical arrangements from world-renowned floral artist Kiana Underwood. Filled with photos of hundreds of lush arrangements and expert wisdom from floral design star Kiana Underwood, this imaginative guide provides all the secrets and visual inspiration to create your own spectacular flower arrangements for special occasions. Rich with luxurious designs and lush blooms, this lookbook combines gorgeous visual inspiration with practical tips and lovely storytelling. Flower lovers will discover a bounty of color photographs paired with expert advice for showstopping arrangements for weddings, holidays, and festive celebrations. Visually stunning and packed with Underwood's signature expertise, this book is both a covetable object and a useful treasure trove of floral wisdom for anyone who wants to elevate special occasions with the beauty of flowers. EXPERT WISDOM: Discover insights from world-famous floral designer Kiana Underwood. Her work has been featured in dozens of major lifestyle blogs and magazines, including Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Elle D矇cor, Town & Country, House & Home, BuzzFeed, Brit + Co, and many others. INVALUABLE CONTENT: Known for her showstopping arrangements and international sold-out workshops, Underwood invites readers into her design process, revealing the inspiration and techniques behind dozens of her most spectacular arrangements. BEAUTIFUL GIFT BOOK: With hundreds of gorgeous flower-filled photographs, this sumptuous book is a lovely gift for Mother's Day and a thoughtful present for flower enthusiasts, nature lovers, gardeners, designers, brides-to-be, and anyone who wants to infuse their life with floral beauty. Perfect for: Flower lovers and gardeners Fans of such flower and gardening books as Floret Farm's Cut Flower Garden, Magnolia Table, and Floriography Brides looking for floral design inspiration Mother's Day, birthday, and bridal shower gift giving
The Joy of Looking
Bruce Partridge leads you over hill and dale, through forest, bog, barrenland, and gypsum tangle, to discover the hidden glories of the wildflowers of Nova Scotia. Includes over 250 full-colour images.
