Ranuculus by Naomi Slade

Ranuculus by Naomi Slade

A centuries-old flower of love has claimed its place in high-end floral shops and wedding bouquets.

"Consumers now understand that this flower has a great vase life and comes in many different colors. In addition, the available varieties have seen some big improvements in the last years." -- Floral Daily, October 2021

In the language of flowers, ranunculus (aka buttercup) is a symbol of seduction, charm, and attractiveness. It was particularly popular for bouquets in the Victorian era and has made a strong comeback as a bloom for modern-day wedding bouquets. It is the flower of the moment, as gardeners, florists, and alpine enthusiasts all over the world embrace the possibilities of this plant once more. From the wild plants of the high mountains to species that thrive in pond margins or flourish in fast-flowing streams; from the familiar golden flower of lawn and meadow to the most popular cultivated forms, buttercups are variable. And though some seem impossibly delicate, many are excellent garden plants.

This guide delves into a genus that is widespread and intriguing. Florists' ranunculus, with their sumptuous, layered, tissue-paper petals and myriad colors are prized as an early season alternative to roses and peonies.

Naomi Slade is a well-known gardening, environment, and lifestyle journalist and photographer. She contributes regularly to a variety of British periodicals, including The English Garden and House and Garden, and appears on TV and radio. She is a biologist by training, a naturalist by inclination, and has a lifetime love of plants.

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ISBN 13	9781423663560
ISBN 10	142366356X
Title	Ranuculus
Author	Naomi Slade
Series	Flowers Ser
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	Gibbs M. Smith Inc
Year published	2023-03-21
Number of pages	240
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.