Flowers are not only a pleasant gift or a hobby—they are part of an entire industry. Before they reach local shops, flowers often go on a long journey through continents. Many of them were bred and improved by breeders. Amy Stewart, author of engaging books about plants, studied this industry by speaking with farmers, gardeners, biologists, shippers, and florists. Her book brings together information about how flowers are created, opening up a whole world at the intersection of nature, business, and technology.