Pteridomania, the Victorian era craze of fern collecting and the use of ferns in decorative art including pottery, glass, metals, textiles, wood, printed paper, and sculpture appearing on everything from christening presents to gravestones and memorials.
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Pteridomania - the Victorian passion for ferns
Ferns and Pteridomania in Victorian Scotland
Growing Ferns Successfully Indoors
The Gardener's Network: Flowers How to Grow Ferns
I've never heard the term "Pteridomania" but I love ferns. Interesting history you have posted. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteVery nice, as is the whole blog! Wonderful job, and I look forward to reading more in the future!!! "GF"
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