Although we’re used to seeing wreaths made from pine branches and holly these days, the ancient Greeks and Romans used wreaths made from bay leaves to symbolize immortality and victory. When you add to that the symbolism of friendship and loyalty that rosemary is known for, you’ve got a wreath with some serious sentiment behind it. Better yet with the Organic Bouquet Eco-Friendly Bay & Rosemary Wreath, you’ve got a wreath that’s good for the earth–which we can really get behind because we believe greenery should be truly green! Handcrafted in the US and made from California-grown bay and rosemary, this wreath is shipped through Organic Bouquet’s Carbon Offset program so even the transportation is earth-friendly.

If you’re wondering how much environmental impact a conventional wreath could really have, the answer is…it depends. Some greenery on wreaths may be treated with pesticides and chemicals for preservation. Some wreaths feature plastic accessories like fake holly or artificial berries. And, unless you buy your wreath from a local wreath-maker who uses local flora, you’ve got to factor in the environmental costs of shipping (think emissions from planes and trucks). Finally, one has to take into account the carbon emissions of the wreath-maker; if your wreath is mass-produced you’re likely dealing with a manufacturer who has a fairly big footprint. Click here to read more

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Daily Greenz #92

Sure, some may feel that Valentine’s Day is just another corporate sham to pry money from consumers’ fingers, but for those of you who feel a little more sentimental about the holiday, consider celebrating it with Organic
Flowers. A one-stop online florist shop, Organic Flowers sources their wide array of beautiful gifts from growers who’re committed to organic, eco-friendly, and fair labor practices. In fact, these growers ensure the highest quality of fresh flowers through biodynamics, the oldest, most sustainable system of horticulture.

Give your loved one – whether it’s your girlfriend, mother, or grandmother – one of these lovely arrangements for Cupid’s day. Make sure to let her know that it was grown lovingly and responsibly, and that a portion of the sale proceeds went towards supporting a non-profit organization dedicated to social justice, animal rights, and environmental protection. Arrangements start from $39.95 at www.organicbouquet.com.

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Daily Greenz #39

The organic harvest collection from Organic Bouquet is a gift basket with something for everyone.

This all organic fruit assortment includes organic oranges, dessert pears and apples. Enjoy them with handmade white cheddar cheese, crostini crackers, Davidson American Organic Teas  and a premium organic chocolate bar. The basket also comes with an array of nuts and dried fruit, blueberry jam, toffee and honey sticks. With all this organic goodness, the Organic Harvest Gift Basket is perfect for anyone on your list.

Food, flowers and plants from the Organic Bouquet site are certified by Quality Assurance International (QAI), a USDA accredited agency that verifies their products are grown sustainably.

The pictured gift basket costs $112.95; visit organicbouquet.com for more information.

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