Lessons from a Plant Funeral
Editor Brian Sparks reflects on the CBS segment "Pride and Perils of Plant Parenthood", where a unique funeral for a plant takes place.
Mourners gather around, sharing photos and stories of the once healthy plant, speaking of fond memories and what they might have done differently.
This is a funeral for a plant.
The segment features former owners sharing their failure to care for their leafy companions, some of which had human names like Iris, Lily, or Veronica, while a "plant doctor" offers a diagnosis.
Dr. Melinda Knuth of North Carolina State University's Department of Horticultural Science also makes an appearance.
Author's summary: Reflecting on plant parenthood lessons.