The books that have fascinated us over the past year are like an open window into a world of colors, fragrances, and creativity. From gardening to flower design and growing cut flowers, you'll find endless inspiration to immerse yourself in the spontaneous beauty of nature and bring it into your everyday life.
Garden Design
RHS Encyclopedia of Plants and Flowers here
A comprehensive encyclopedia organized by plant types, growing conditions, and colors. This book is an invaluable tool for designing your green space, whether it's a small blooming corner or a large garden. Perfect for helping you choose and combine plants to suit your specific needs.
RHS The Winter Garden: Celebrating the Forgotten Season here
Winter, often overlooked, can bring a unique spectacle to your garden. This book celebrates the quiet beauty of the coldest season, showing you how to design a garden that remains vibrant and captivating even in the darkest months.
The Seasonal Gardener: Creative Planting Combinations here
Inspiration and ideas for creating planting combinations that follow the rhythm of the seasons. This book is perfect for those starting to plan a garden and looking for simple yet impactful pairings to ensure a lively, ever-changing outdoor space.
Wild. The Naturalistic Garden here
An invitation to discover the charm of naturalistic gardening. Packed with breathtaking photographs, this book inspires dreams of expansive gardens that reflect the untamed essence of nature.
Flower Arranging & Cut Flower Growing
The Artistry of Flowers: Floral Design by La Musa de las Flores here
Finding flower design books that are truly inspirational and enriching can be a challenge. I resonate with designers who grow their own flowers, fostering an authentic connection with nature. This book by La Musa de las Flores captures that bond, unveiling the secrets of cultivating and creating unique, artistic floral arrangements.
The Grower’s Guide: Seeds, Grow Your Own Cut Flowers from Scratch here + Floristry: 14 Seasonal Projects to Enjoy in Your Home here
Two compact but information-rich guides by Milli Proust.
The first is a step-by-step manual that takes you from sowing to harvesting, turning your garden into an oasis of cut flowers. Perfect for anyone wanting to start growing flowers successfully.
The second offers a collection of practical and inspiring projects for creating seasonal floral arrangements with the flowers you’ve nurtured and watched bloom.
Bulbi
Bulbomania. Scienza e pratica del bulbo here
The most comprehensive book I’ve ever read on the captivating world of bulbs, blending botanical insights with practical advice. Simonetta and Christian are invaluable guides, walking you through the selection, planting, and care of these extraordinary plants to achieve breathtaking blooms all year round.
Growing Bulbs in the Natural Garden: Innovative Techniques for Combining Bulbs and Perennials in Every Season here
This book inspired us to rethink our perennial garden, transforming it into a dynamic and lively space through the creative use of bulbs. While we are yet to see the full results, we’re confident this approach will bring surprises and beauty throughout the year.
The Tulip Garden: Growing and Collecting Species, Rare and Annual Varieties here
A tribute to the tulip, the epitome of elegance. This book offers a detailed guide to growing and collecting tulips, with a special focus on rare species while also celebrating the charm of more common varieties.
Get ready to get your hands dirty, immerse yourself in nature, and let beauty bloom wherever you are! 🌸
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