Roses have long been the flower of choice for the holiday, but some see an opening for the humble tulip.
Category: Flowers and Plants
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Tiny Love Stories: ‘Two Boyfriends at One Time’
Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.
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Typhoon Yagi Scrambles Vietnam’s Lunar New Year Tradition
A typhoon and extreme heat dramatically affected prices for the kumquat trees that are ubiquitous during the holiday.
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Swan Gossip, Small Talk Studio, and the Slow Growth of Hand-Painted Clothes
In an era of fast fashion, some yearn for clothing with a personal touch.
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How Marigolds Became Central to Hindu Rituals in India
Originating in North America, the blossoms have become central to Hindu rituals in India.
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There’s Nothing Like Watching Vietnam’s Waterlily Harvest
In the Mekong Delta, farmers and locals still gather the flowers on wooden boats. Now, the ritual’s also become a photo op.
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Following the Scent of Egypt’s Jasmine
In the Nile Delta, farming the redolent vine is both a tradition and a vital way to make a living.
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How Saffron, the World’s Most Expensive Spice, Is Grown
A glimpse at Kashmir’s saffron harvest.
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Orchids Are Highly Prized in the West. In the South Pacific, They’re Everywhere.
Papua New Guinea is home to thousands of species — many still waiting to be discovered.
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A Trip Through the Pink, Fragrant Rose Fields of Oman
The damask variety, valued for its sweet scent, is responsible for the country’s renowned rose water.
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How the Protea Became a Symbol for South Africa
The resilient species — which regrow after wildfires — are said to capture the spirit of a nation reborn.