Ranunculus: Beautiful varieties for home and garden

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 2021In 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.Hardback 240pgs Gardening/Flowers/PerennialsNaomi Slade is a well-known journalist and photographer specializing in gardening, environment, and lifestyle.