Snowdrops are one of the first flowers to open each year. There are white bell shaped as well as yellow bell shaped ones. There is an intricate beauty of these flowers. When you see a field of thousands of snowdrops is when you appreciate their beauty. I appreciate their beauty and their splendor The first botanical drawing of a snowdrop was in 1542. Their botanical name has been changed over the years. There are many uncommon species written about since their first drawing appeared. Snowdrop earrings have appeared in many famous paintings as Johannes Vermeer’s “ Girl with a Pearl Earring”
How did I come to know about Snowdrops. There is a Reaktion Book in the Botanical Series entitled ‘ Snowdrop” It is written so beautifully and gracefully by Gail Harland.
There are 25 books in this Botanical Series. I own at least 18 of these marvelous books. It makes a great gift for anyone that loves plants , herbs and flowers
Until tomorrow…