Gothic marriage proposal during bloom of corpse flower in Huntington
Engagement in Unusual Setting Love, it seems, has its own unique fragrance—sometimes reminiscent of, well, rotting meat. A Goth couple from Southern California got engaged recently in front of a corpse flower, known for its foul smell, at The Huntington in San Marino. Their unconventional choice of backdrop certainly turned heads. This unusual engagement occurred […]
Martha Stewart’s vodka flower ice method keeps drinks cool for gatherings
Martha Stewart’s Iced Vodka Hack Returns With the Kentucky Derby happening and the summer season in full swing, Martha Stewart’s long-loved iced vodka method is making a comeback. This eye-catching and functional approach—keeping bottles super cold for display—has gained traction online, gathering millions of views. Stewart’s unique presentation, featuring a bottle of vodka encased in […]
Gardens and pets: Practical gardens highlighted at the flower show
Chelsea Flower Show Highlights Unusual Elements This year’s Chelsea Flower Show, celebrating its 112th anniversary, has taken a quirky turn with unexpected features like Frisbees, solar panels, and even toilets showcasing practicality in gardening. Traditionally, we see peonies and roses, but this time, a garden designed by Matthew Butler and Josh Parker highlights a bathroom […]
Surprising revelations emerge during the Flower Moon
The full Flower Moon shines down on us, marking a significant moment. Set to rise and be in its full glory on May 12, 2025, at 12:56 PM EST, this moon finds its peak in Scorpio, which is described as quite intense. Full Moon May 2025 What’s notable is that this full moon peaks at […]
Meet the ‘Plant Man’ turning the 1-train into a miniature flower shop: ‘Understand plant language’
He is turning the concrete jungle into green. Almost every night, Miguel “Mike Plant” Andrade turns the subway into a moving florist. There, they attack flashy trees on Strafunger, who need succulents, orchids, and even plants. The 44-year-old Bronx resident is in his 15th year as a first train “plant man.” Miguel “Mike Plant” sells […]
Inflation causing sticker shock at flower prices
Brides and florists are surprised at the rising prices of wedding flower arrangements. Inflation has forced newlyweds to cut costs in unexpected ways, including cutting the soaring cost of wedding flowers. According to wedding planning website Zola, the average price of a wedding in 2024 will exceed $30,000. Wedding experts blame inflation for hitting every […]