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Visitors line up to see and smell a corpse flower's stinking bloom in San Francisco
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Crowds lined up in San Francisco on Wednesday to see — and smell — the blooming of an endangered tropical flower that releases a pungent odor when it opens once every several years. An Amorphophallus titanum, also known as a corpse flower, began blooming...
Orchids as muse: Flowers and fashion mix inside the NY Botanical Garden's conservatory
“The Orchid Show: Florals in Fashion” is a whimsical mix of fashion and flower creations, a spring-like respite from winter at the New York Botanical Garden. The show includes multitudes of colorful, diverse orchids and accessorizing plants. And with the botanical world as muse,...
Love (and 460 million flowers) are in the air for Valentine’s Day, but not without a Miami layover
MIAMI (AP) — While Valentine's Day may not be known as a busy time for air travel, it's a busy time at Miami International Airport, where many of the nation's fresh cut flowers arrive from South America. Around 90% of the roses and fresh cut flowers being sold for Valentine's Day...
Which houseplants make great Valentine's gifts? Let's start with heart-shaped ones
Looking for a meaningful, beautiful, sustainable and last-minute gift for your Valentine? Consider houseplants. Florists say those that are heart-shaped, look cheerful or have staying power are especially good at conveying Valentine's Day love. Plants symbolize growth...
With 'Eternity in a Moment,' Japanese artist Mika Ninagawa portrays everyday wonders
TOKYO (AP) — Flowers blossoming like pink chiffon, luscious berries and fluttering goldfish make for the delicate but defiant beauty that’s signature Mika Ninagawa. With “Eternity in a Moment,” the Japanese photographer and filmmaker has created an immersive installation...
