Celebrating New Beginnings: 1-800-Flowers.com® Introduces Its 2023 Flower and Plant of the Year

Dec 07, 2022

With an enthusiastic nod to unity, love, and new beginnings in the year ahead, 1-800-Flowers.com® has named the alluring orchid and the captivating Calathea Rattlesnake as its 2023 Flower and Plant of the Year.

“Our 2023 flower and plant of the year were chosen to inspire our customers with meaningful expressions as they seek to invigorate their home environment, or share a thoughtful gift with loved ones,” says Alfred Palomares, Vice President of Merchandising, 1-800-Flowers.com. “The orchid, with its elegant petals, symbolizes unity and love, while the Calathea Rattlesnake, with its distinctive leaves, breathes new life into our spaces and encourages all of us to embrace a fresh start.”

The Future is Bright

Reflecting beauty and luxury, the tropical orchid grows in a variety of radiant colors. These graceful blooms are gathered in unique, farm-fresh bouquets, or are available as lovely flowering plants. When cared for correctly, orchids can live for long periods of time, and their bright, structural presence will enhance any décor aesthetic, year over year.

Turning Over a New Leaf

Named for its reptilian-like leaves that feature deep green markings and burgundy undersides, the Calathea Rattlesnake is emblematic of good luck. New to The Plant Shop at 1-800-Flowers.com, this lush beauty will add color and texture to any room with leaves that fold at night and relax at sunrise. Plus, it’s pet-friendly and helps purify the air.

Customers can discover more about the 2023 Flower and Plant of the Year through exclusive content on Petal Talk™. Featuring two thematic articles, “2023 Flower of the Year: Orchid” and “2023 Plant of the Year: Calathea Rattlesnake,” these pieces include care tips, how-tos, symbolism, and history of both species.

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