Medieval Flowers
Medieval Flowers by Miranda Innes, published by Kyle Cathie in 1997, is an illustrated exploration of flowers that thrived during medieval times and continue to flourish today. This edition, comprising 160 pages, presents a detailed overview of various species, including peony, poppy, and iris, while highlighting their pure colors and delightful scents. The book takes readers through the seasons, showcasing gardens in Britain and other parts of Europe that have historical roots dating back to the medieval era.
Readers will find insights into the purpose of medieval gardens, the types of plants cultivated, and their medicinal uses. The book also includes practical guidance on how to grow these flowers in contemporary settings, along with garden plans and sources for plants. With its focus on nature and plants, Medieval Flowers serves as a comprehensive resource for those interested in the historical significance and cultivation of these beautiful blooms.
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From peony to poppy, and Solomon’s seal and columbine to lily and iris, this illustrated book draws together those species of flowers – pure in colour and beautifully scented – that grew in medieval times and still grow today. Passing through the seasons, the book features gardens in Britain and elsewhere in Europe that can be traced back to medieval times. It details the purpose of gardens in those times, the types of plants grown, and the medicinal aspects, and also has a chapter on how to grow the individual flowers today. Garden plans and plant sources complete the book.
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