Book Notes
Floret Farm’s Discovering Dahlias A Guide to Growing and Arranging Magnificent Blooms Written by Erin Benzakein with Jill Jorgensen and Julie Chai Photographs by Chris Benzakein 2021. NOW ON SALE! 2021 ISBN: 9781452181752 Photo: Chris Benzakein, Floret
Erin Benzakein shares her passion and the rich diversity of her favorite flower that grows on her farm in Washington State’s Skagit Valley. “These treasures are one of the most well-loved and widely grown flowers for cutting because the come in a dazzling rainbow of colors, they produce an abundance of flowers from midsummer into autumn, and the range of shapes and sizes available is staggering.” In Floret Farm’s Discovering Dahlias (Chronicle Books, 2021), the celebrated farmer-florist and New York Times bestselling author shares all the secrets readers will need for cultivating their own gorgeous dahlias. Erin’s deep dive into the subject offers expert advice for growing, harvesting, and arranging these prolific bloomers, along with a primer on the astounding array of dahlia choices of more than 350 of Benzakein’s favorites. Erin’s collection of showstopping bouquets will inspire readers to grow many varieties of this stunning flower as well as make their own magical garden bouquets. Discovering Dahlias is an essential resource and a must-have for anyone who loves flowers.
Courtesy: Floret & Chronicle Books
Photo:Chris Benzakein, Floret
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