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Go GREEN Instead of Red This Valentine’s Day
We Urge Consumers to Give Sustainable Gifts Rather Than Traditional Items That End Up in the Trash

While Valentine’s Day is often associated with gifts of fresh roses, balloons, cards and boxes of candy, we are urging local customers to think “green” by considering more durable and sustainable alternatives for their Feb. 14 gift-giving. The idea of the holiday is to share your sentiments with those you care about – not to create additional waste that ends up in a landfill. There are a number of gestures you can make to celebrate the holiday without generating additional waste … it truly is easy to think green. Here are some “green” alternatives to traditional Valentine’s Day gifts:

Instead of… …
Fresh Cut Flowers…..Give Potted plants, flowers or trees that can be transplanted into a garden. Remember a living gift is not only earth friendly it is a gift that will give enjoyment for years to come. Did you know that two simple houseplants in a room can increase the air quality significantly in your home?

Instead of… …
Valentine’s Cards….Give E-mail greetings or a photo with your message written on the back

Instead of… …
Boxes of Candy….Give a beautiful blueberry plant or dwarf citrus plant. Either of these gifts are health heart friendly alternatives that will lasy years longer then that box of chocolate.

On any gift-giving occasion we always encourage giving gifts that aren’t disposable – whether it’s a durable,re-usable gift, a gift card or an activity.By thinking creatively you can come up with the perfect gift for your sweetheart and also for the environment.

Decrease your carbon footprint this Valentines Day and let us show you how!!!