Floraphile's Almanac

A striking visual guide to flowers, both common and rare, and the ways they shape our culture and everyday lives. Featuring the meanings, lore, and botanical history of 50 sensational species.
From wisteria to chamomile to magnolias and more, this lavishly illustrated book invites you to discover over 50 incredible flowers, including beloved favorites such as roses and dahlias and lesser-celebrated but no less lovely varieties like milkweed and dandelions.
Organized into five sections—The Icons, The Blossoms, The Healers, The Wild Ones, and The Oddities—entries detail a range of facts, including a flower’s origin, etymology, and pollinators, as well as its pop culture and historical appearances, symbolism, potential uses in recipes and bouquets, and more! Browse these pages to gain insight into the meaning behind a second-date bouquet, learn about national and international flower-themed festivals, and deepen your connection to the natural world.
Learn to put blooms to good use, too. Crafting ideas and recipes are featured throughout, including: - How to make marigold dye or a southern magnolia wreath. - Weaving your favorite florals into recipes, remedies, and rituals, such as a relaxing Strawberry Chamomile Cocktail or a rejuvenating Lavender Sugar Scrub. - Crafting a dream pillow stuffed with milkweed floss to invite fairies into your dreams.
This ode to the botanical beauty all around us is a must-have for gardeners and flower enthusiasts. Brimming with beautiful artwork and endless floral inspiration, Floraphile’s Almanac celebrates the joy, practicality, and magic that flowers bring into our world.

Lauren Work Phillips is the owner of The Farmer’s Daughter, a floral shop based in Pittsburgh, PA. Lauren’s work has been featured in Real Simple, Design*Sponge, DREW Magazine, and by Free People and Restored by the Fords on HGTV. Learn more at thefarmersdaughterflowers.com or Lauren’s Instagram account @thefamersdaughterflowers.
Jessi Evans is a graphic designer and illustrator living in Pittsburgh, PA. She has worked for some of the top fashion retail companies in New York City and Pittsburgh, including Victoria's Secret PINK and American Eagle Outfitters. Learn more at jessievans.com or @jessi_evans.