Vita Sackville-West is famous not only for her literary work but also for the beautiful gardens of Sissinghurst Castle. In this book, she describes 25 of her favorite flowers from Sissinghurst, detailing their appearance, unique features, and optimal growing conditions. The result is a collection of both practical and poetic portraits that inspire flower-loving amateurs as well as gardening professionals. She effortlessly balances useful expertise with charming literary garden stories. Vita referred to the selected plants as "Flowers for Painters," characterized by a very special beauty. Her texts are now available in a new translation, wonderfully complemented by the elegant and enchanting watercolors of Graham Rust.