Botanical Diary

Royal Horticultural Society
A handsome desk diary Illustrated weekly with exquisite botanical studies by Lilian Snelling (1879–1972), considered one of the greatest botanical artists of the 20th century. Drawn from the superlative collection of the Society’s Lindley Library, which holds over 600 watercolour and pen-and-ink works by the prolific and revered artist, the colourful weekly illustrations range from British wildflowers to exotic specimens. Living for much of her life in St Mary Cray in Kent, and later Edinburgh, Snelling began as a gifted amateur whose work became the epitome of professional botanical art, widely admired for its scientific precision as well as artistic interpretation of specimens. Richly coloured and meticulous illustrations include Aster tripolium, 1936; Hepatica 'Bar Pauli', 1916; Iris 'Extra stylosa', 1952; Primula saxatilis, 1915; plus peonies, orchids, alliums, lilies and much more. Presented on uncoated matte paper and with a tactile art paper binding, colourful illustrations capture spectacular floral forms. A perfect companion to organise the year of any lover of flowers and botanical history.

Hardback with ribbon marker
23.5 x 17.5cm
112 pages
Week-to-view
Weekly colour illustrations
Storage pocket inside the cover
International Holiday dates, including UK, USA and Australia
FSC accredited paper
Plastic-free packaging
Paper and card can be recycled