In Chinese culture, different plants represent different human characteristics. For example, lotus is seen as lofty and virtuous; bamboo is upright; chrysanthemum is unyielding, in full bloom amid ...

Parents know Valentine’s Day isn’t just about candlelit dinners and chocolate — kids want to join in on the fun, too. If you’re looking for a way to celebrate the holiday with your little ones (or are ...

Editor’s Note: This is an excerpt from WBUR’s Saturday morning newsletter, The Weekender. If you like what you read and want it in your inbox, sign up here. Back in July, I was one of the lucky ...

Editor's Note: This is an excerpt from WBUR's Saturday morning newsletter, The Weekender. If you like what you read and want it in your inbox, sign up here. Back in July, I was one of the lucky ...

Richard Harris takes several steps backward: Hand on chin, he contemplates the flower arrangement on the table in front of him. Looking "for what feels right," he removes a large green strelitzia leaf ...

American consumers spend billions of dollars on flowers every year, an industry which has proven to be environmentally destructive in more ways than not. Floral arrangements may look beautiful for a ...

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From centerpieces to wall art, these 15 artificial flower craft ideas bring all the charm of florals with none of the maintenance. Artificial blooms are about to become your new best friend if you ...

Business Insider asked florists about mistakes people make when buying flowers. Key factors to consider are flower seasonality, a florist's reputation, and arrangement sizes. Keep an eye out for ...