Black Flora: Inspiring Profiles of Floriculture’s New Vanguard
Discover the growing community of Black floral experts leading the industry's new vanguard. Black Flora is the first book of its kind, offering a beautiful and necessary intersection of flowers, history, and community. Author and longtime gardener Teresa J. Speight unearths the floral legacies of the past and present, offering a vital source of inspiration for a new generation of plant lovers, artists, and entrepreneurs.
This book is a "homecoming"—a celebratory look at over 20 growers, florists, and designers from across the U.S. who share a deep reverence for nature and a commitment to innovation. Through insightful profiles and stunning photography, Black Flora showcases the diverse expertise of Black creators who are blooming exactly where they are planted.
Inside you’ll find:
- Contemporary Profiles: Stories of successful Black floral artists and entrepreneurs innovating in the world of flowers.
- Floral Legacies: A bridge between ancestral gardening traditions and the modern floral movement.
- Visual Inspiration: A lush showcase of floral expertise, perfect for gardeners, designers, and enthusiasts alike.
Author: Teresa J. Speight
Discover the growing community of Black floral experts leading the industry's new vanguard. Black Flora is the first book of its kind, offering a beautiful and necessary intersection of flowers, history, and community. Author and longtime gardener Teresa J. Speight unearths the floral legacies of the past and present, offering a vital source of inspiration for a new generation of plant lovers, artists, and entrepreneurs.
This book is a "homecoming"—a celebratory look at over 20 growers, florists, and designers from across the U.S. who share a deep reverence for nature and a commitment to innovation. Through insightful profiles and stunning photography, Black Flora showcases the diverse expertise of Black creators who are blooming exactly where they are planted.
Inside you’ll find:
- Contemporary Profiles: Stories of successful Black floral artists and entrepreneurs innovating in the world of flowers.
- Floral Legacies: A bridge between ancestral gardening traditions and the modern floral movement.
- Visual Inspiration: A lush showcase of floral expertise, perfect for gardeners, designers, and enthusiasts alike.
Author: Teresa J. Speight