The Flower Fairies Herbal - Cicely Mary Barker

The Flower Fairies Herbal by Cicely Mary Barker and Clare Gogerty brings Cicely Mary Barker’s Flower Fairies illustrations together with nature-led recipes and remedies. Presented as a hardback edition, it pairs original artwork with practical ideas inspired by plants found in meadows, woodlands and waysides.

Key details

• Authors: Cicely Mary Barker and Clare Gogerty
• Hardback format
• 120 pages
• Publisher: David & Charles
• Publication date: 14 July 2026
• ISBN: 9781446317358

Synopsis

Moving through hedgerow, field and forest, this illustrated collection explores the flowers and plants associated with the Flower Fairies, using Barker’s original images as a starting point for making and mixing at home. Inside are 50 recipes spanning sweet bakes, seasonal syrups and cordials, plus balms and herbal tinctures, each linked to the botanicals depicted in the artwork.

Alongside ideas such as lavender shortbread, red clover lip balm and rosehip cordial inspired by the Rosehip Fairy, the book leans into seasonal foraging and a slower, nature-attentive approach to the kitchen and home. A considered choice for readers drawn to folklore, botanical craft and magical cookery, and for anyone who values a hardback edition with original illustrations.

Rackhams Reference : P4LYNWYALI