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
Complete start to finish guide even for a novice with only a small space to grow this fragrant beauty. There is a well-researched, thoughtful history of the pansy as well as exquisite photos of the authors own blooms and arrangements. The passionate, full description of each pansy variety could only have been written by someone who is well read. You will enjoy every page.
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