Daffodils

Daffodils is a celebration of this spring floral favourite, with an in-depth look at the many gorgeous and multicoloured varieties, perfect for the garden, the home and any bouquet.

Celebrating the glorious daffodil, spring flowers whose trumpet shape are instantly recognisable throughout the world, this is the next instalment in the iconic flower series by Naomi Slade and Georgianna Lane.

Ranging from the traditional trumpet-shaped corona, to the cup-shape daffodil, Narcissus are known for their brilliant colours ranging from brilliant yellow and orange to pastel pink and white, and for hailing the beginning of spring. This diverse plant can be traced back to the sixteenth century, and has been used for medicine, decor and as the symbol of many organizations and countries worldwide.

From the uncoventional, cheery ‘Pink Charm’ to the gloriously scented ‘Bridal Crown’, award-winning garden writer Naomi Slade describes over 60 varieties, with suggestions for planting, growing and cutting. Accompanied by Georgianna Lane’s sumptuous and instantly recognisable photography, Narcissus is the perfect gift for any fan of spring flowers, gardeners and florists both amatuer and professional and collectors of this goregeous flower series.

Reviews

Naomi Slade ‘goes the extra mile, giving us added bits of useful information that can really help gardeners develop their practical knowledge.’ – Garden Media Guild Award Winner 2022

For Dahlias:

'A comprehensive, quick-reference guide. This is a visually stunning book with superb photography, which makes it a beautiful experience to turn each page – a great introduction to the genus.' – Gardens Illustrated Magazine

'Simply glorious.' – Daily Mail Weekend

'Handsomely produced and lushly illustrated.' – The Irish Times

For Ranunculus

Naomi Slade ‘goes the extra mile, giving us added bits of useful information that can really help gardeners develop their practical knowledge.’ – Garden Media Guild Award Winner 2022

‘A colourful, informative book that is an inspiring read for anyone who loves these luxurious, abundant blooms..' – Gardens Illustrated

For Hydrangeas:

'Instantly re-educates and inspires, leaving one determined to uproot half the garden and replant it with hydrangeas.' – The Sunday Times

For Peonies:

‘Simply flicking through the pages … is a sensualist’s dream.’ – The Sunday Times

About the author

Naomi Slade is a journalist, author and designer. She has a long-running column in Garden News and regularly writes for Gardens Illustrated and RHS The Garden. Winner of the Garden Media Guild Practical Journalist of the Year Award in 2022, Naomi has also presented on BBC Gardeners’ World and co-designed the Flood Re: Flood Resilient Garden for RHS Chelsea Flower Show, 2024.

Georgianna Lane is one of the world’s leading floral and garden photographers whose images have been published internationally in books, magazines, calendars and lifestyle products. She lives in Paris. Follow Georgianna on Instagram (@georgiannalane) or visit georgiannalane.com