Floral Clock in Edinburgh, Scotland

Floral Clock in Edinburgh, Scotland

Edinburgh is home to the world's first floral clock, completed in 1903 to commemorate the coronation of King Edward VII. The clock originally only had one hand, but a second was added the following year in 1904. The clock hands span over two meters, and weigh up to 80 pounds when covered in plants. The Edinburgh firm, James Ritchie & Sons were responsible for designing and building the clock, and continue to maintain the clock to this day. The m…