I took some shots in the garden this past weekend to show you some {just a tiny peek!} of the glorious pages. Now that spring is here - at least for most of us! - it's just the kind of inspirational book you will adore.
If it's still snowing where you are, you are even MORE in need of a book like this. Trust me, it will do your soul good.
From the book:
Long before the first blossoms come into view, a symphony of fragrances stirs the air in a redolent greeting. An arched trellis, scarcely visible beneath an outpouring of roses, opens to a path lined with lacy hydrangeas, cape jasmine, and sweet oleander.
The anticipation of what lies ahead is almost as heady as the aroma of the blooms themselves, and then the full garden emerges in a scene so magnificent it takes one’s breath away.
Exquisitely photographed with page after page of floral pageantry. This is such a treat for all of us flower lovers!
It begins with a celebration of the romantic charms of beloved blossoms. Scattered among gorgeous images, there are helpful guidelines for growing and displaying such favorites as roses, tulips, and peonies.
Some of you may recognize our blogging friend Canadian gardener Carolyn Aiken, whose gardens have inspired me from the very first time I read her blog, eons ago.
You'll also meet Erin Benzakein. She is the owner of Floret Flower Farm in Washington. Her family run flower farm and seed company specializes in unique, heirloom and uncommon flowers. {She's recognized as the leading farmer-florist in the USA!}
Naturally there is a section brimming with ideas for creating glorious arrangements. Teresa H. Sabankaya, a pioneer of the slow flower movement, conveys the sweetest of sentiments through the language of floriography. {I linked to her Meaning of Flowers site HERE >}
The floral arrangements in this part of the book? Astoundingly beautiful! We'll all get inspiration to create our own versions of these beauties to adorn our own tables, bedrooms and entrances for years to come. So so beautiful!
Victoria: The Art of Flowers, the latest hardcover book from the editors of Victoria magazine, invites readers to savor quiet moments amid nature’s most cherished gifts.
ENTER THE GIVE AWAY BELOW. Can't wait to get your own copy? Order HERE > Honestly, get a few of these, this is the perfect Mother's Day Gift for your Mom, mother-in-love, sister, friend, daughters and fellow gardening lovers.
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Got a glimpse of the foxgloves in your garden. Am anxious to see more of the new garden you planted last year. I don’t wish to enter to be chosen for the Victoria book not because I wouldn’t enjoy being chosen but because my daughter gave me a gift card to Barnes and Nobles and that book is what I chose. And also I’m excited to see your piece featured in the Victoria issue on sale May 25th on decorating with treasured fines.
Your posts are delightful!! My forever favorite flower is peony and new favorite is ranunculus!
I’m following you and Victoria magazine on Instagram
My favorite flowers are hydrangea, peonies, roses, ranunculus, gardenias, foxglove, delphinium, and wisteria. It’s a good thing you didn’t have us pick just one flower. I love how you displayed the book in the different pictures!
Oh my, my heart skipped a beat looking at that book! My favorite flower is probably a rose…or maybe a peony or lavender. Then when one puts them all together, one can’t breath!? I am in a new house and struggling to come with a plan for the garden. Southern California isn’t the French countryside! Though I have very much enjoyed the flowers in bloom now. Smiles, Allison
I love all flowers but my favorite has to be hydrangeas! Any and all of them! Love your posts.
I love lavender. I have tried several varieties. Some live through the winter and others don’t. There doesn’t seem to be a variety that makes a difference maybe location.
I’ve always had a hard time picking a favorite flower because I love them all so much. I especially love old fashioned Spring varieties such as columbines, violas, lily of the valley, peonies and snowdrops. But then Summer comes with roses, sunflowers and dahlias. Who can choose? I raise lots of flowers and would love this gorgeous book for inspiration and dreaming. Thank you for highlighting its blooming pages!
Lidy,
I forgot to mention I follow Victoria magazine on Instagram French Garden House on Instagram.
Lidy,
I’m jealous, nothing is blooming in my area yet! I love Hydrangea’s the Annabelle do best here in the Texas Panhandle. They make beautiful lime green wreaths when they are finished. I plan on planting a bridal veil Spirea this year, they bring back such good memories of my grandmothers house, my sisters and I used to play with our Barbie dolls under them in the summers while visiting.