Every day, thousands of kilos of flowers are offered at temples across India. Considered sacred, they’re rarely thrown in the trash, but often end up choking rivers, dumped under trees, or wrapped in ...

One way to use any leftover flowers is to dry them to make potpourri, which will help to freshen up the entire house. You can also sprinkle these puja petals over your bath water for a scented ...

When you think of Diwali, you think of marigolds. The kind of positivity these bright orange and yellow flowers bring is just unmatched. They’re perfect for home entrances and altars.

The connection becomes even more evident while performing puja, where culture and religious rites come together. The use of flowers in all aspects of their lives, be it lavish weddings or joyous ...