Editor Brian Sparks reflects on the CBS segment 'Pride and Perils of Plant Parenthood', where a funeral for a plant took place.
Mourners gathered around, sharing photos and stories of the once healthy living thing, speaking of fond memories and what they might have done differently.
A funeral for a plant, where former owners shared how they failed their leafy companions, some of whom even had human names like Iris, Lily, or Veronica.
A "plant doctor" offered a diagnosis, and Dr. Melinda Knuth of North Carolina State University's Department of Horticultural Science made a notable appearance.
The segment highlighted the importance of plant care and the lessons learned from failed plant parenthood.
Author's summary: Reflecting on plant care lessons.