Focus On Flowers
Botanical art is back in style at last. It has emerged from its Cinderella status in the last century to being admired in the 21st century.
Henry Ward Beecher wrote that "flowers have a mysterious and subtle influence upon the feelings."
Flower lovers love to purchase their favorite flowers no matter the season. The cut flower industry has facilitated this...but for how long?
19th Century Magazines emphasized naturalism as opposed to the perceived vulgarity of rich people using their gardens to advertise their wealth and status.
Moya Andrews is a Master Gardener and a member of the Bloomington Garden Club in Bloomington, Indiana. Learn more »
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