Costa Rica Declares Ban on Fossil Fuels in Bid to Become World’s First Zero Carbon Country Between plans to ban all single-use plastics and the ability to run the country using 99% renewable energy, Costa Rica is already leading the global charge when it comes to sustainability. And now, they’re taking things a step further with a bold
Can Flower Bouquets Actually Make You Healthier? Experts explain the real effects of flowers on your mind and body. Roses are red. Violets are blue. If you buy a bouquet, will it cure ailments, too? Some flower companies attempt to attract new customers by touting the health benefits of bouquets (“They will quell your colds!” “The relaxation will be instant!”). It’s natural
Plants get a brace to precisely shed flowers and leaves A study on how petals fall, and plants cope with the lost. To protect reproductive organs from bacterial and external harm, plants create a special brace to assure an accurate detaching process and a coating to seal the open cut left by the shedding Spring.
8 Moving Mother’s Day Traditions from Around the World Flowers, cards, and brunch are the pillars of many American families’ moms’ day. If you’re looking to go the extra mile this year for the mother in your life, get inspired by these truly touching customs from around the globe. Nepal: Wading in a sacred pond
The Return of Decadent ’80s Flowers Styles from Manhattan’s age of excess — from explosive more-is-more arrangements to humble baby’s breath and tacky tropicals — are relevant again, nearly four decades later. 2018 is shaping up to be the year of the anthurium, formerly a lead contender for world’s most despised flower. Should you need
What is the best water for flowers? Water is essential for flowers to develop optimally. Water fills up the growing cells in the cut flower and provides strength. Water is also the carrier of all nutrients needed for the natural development of leaf and flower. Water shortage irrevocably leads to limp stems, leaves and
Fluorescent photography elevates flowers to fantastical Whether planted in a garden or arranged in a bouquet, flowers please the eye. And while some varieties are more colorful than others, photographer Craig Burrows likes to toy with what Mother Nature started. With the use of fluorescent photography, even the most mundane greenery can become vibrant. Burrows uses custom ultraviolet (UV) light
Jeff Leatham on Flower Walls, Instagram, and Working With the Kardashians You may not know Jeff Leatham by name, but you probably know his work. And you definitely know his clients. But you should also know this about the florist: he’s over flower walls. He’d rather shower clients in flowers dripping from the ceiling, he
How Flowers Blossomed Into One of Art History’s Most Popular Subjects Throughout the history of art, certain subjects have resonated particularly strongly with artists and audiences alike. Ranging from cats to Cupid, these revisited trends reveal art’s most popular muses, with flowers at the forefront. Rooted in ancient art and still prevalent today, depictions of blossoms, blooms, and other botanical
8 spring flower photography tips for budding photographers It’s the time of year when bright green buds are popping out of the mud, but spring flowers offer a great opportunity for equally new and bright photographers. Flowers, with their bright colors, intricate details, and penchants for standing still for long periods of time, make for
