Flower Confidential - Paperback

from loafhunter13

This is a revealing and well thought out look at the international flower agency from all angles. While the title certainly implies and tell-all, scandel ladden tale, the book meticullously looks at the three major aspects of the flower business, breeding, growing, and selling. Stewart plots her ...

from ssperson

A real eye opener about the flower trade. Quite disheartening to read about the chemicals used to get these beauties to our homes. Doesn't diminish my love for them, but it does increase my desire to support the organic and sustainable movement. And to grow my own, of course.

from chyde

Should be 2 and a half stars. Not bad, but a little thin on substance.

from maggiereads

When I was little, I loved farm days with my grandfather, Papa. He raised steer and tobacco on acreage in Castalian Springs, Tennessee, west of Gallatin. This particular year the tobacco was raised in a field adjacent to the road. Upon my arrival, I excitedly commented on the beautiful flowers. P...

from maggiereads

When I was little, I loved farm days with my grandfather, Papa. He raised steer and tobacco on acreage in Castalian Springs, Tennessee, west of Gallatin. This particular year the tobacco was raised in a field adjacent to the road. Upon my arrival, I excitedly commented on the beautiful flowers. P...