# Plantable Greeting Cards These Botanical Paperworks Cards Blossom into Wildflowers Once Buried By Jordan M | Published 2011-01-27 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/botanical-paperworks References: [inhabitots](http://www.inhabitots.com/plantable-eco-valentines-day-cards-bloom-as-wildflowers/) & [botanicalpaperworks](http://www.botanicalpaperworks.com/) Every year, millions of [greeting cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-can-cards) find their way into landfills, but these Botanical Paperworks cards sidestep that unfortunate fact by being plantable once they’ve served their original purpose. Because they contain [wildflower seeds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantable-office), these cheerful and colorful cards help contribute to a greener planet while also promoting a healthy environment for bees and other important insects. On top of all that, the cards themselves are also made entirely for recycled consumer waste. Botanical Paperworks has already unveiled a [valentine’s day collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hidden-valley-ranch-holiday-card), but that is only the beginning for this ingenious product. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-friendly Greeting Cards:** There is a growing trend in the market for greeting cards that are not only beautiful but also eco-friendly, providing a sustainable alternative to traditional cards. - **Seed-embedded Products:** Incorporating seeds into various products is becoming a popular trend, offering consumers the ability to contribute to environmental sustainability by planting and growing their own plants. - **Promoting Biodiversity:** The promotion of biodiversity and creating a healthy environment for bees and insects is a rising trend among eco-conscious consumers, with botanical paperworks cards offering a simple yet impactful way to support this cause. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Greeting Card Industry:** The greeting card industry has the opportunity to leverage the rising demand for eco-friendly cards, incorporating seed-embedded designs and sustainable materials to meet the needs of environmentally conscious consumers. - **Sustainable Packaging Industry:** The sustainable packaging industry can explore collaborations with botanical paperworks and similar companies to develop innovative packaging solutions that align with the eco-friendly values of consumers while reducing waste. - **Eco-conscious Events Industry:** The events industry, including weddings and parties, can integrate plantable greeting cards into their eco-conscious event planning approach, providing guests with a meaningful and sustainable keepsake. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Festive Plantable Pencils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantable-pencils.md) - [Convenient Online Greeting Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/happy-tree-cards.md) - [Plantable Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/igreen-cover.md) - [Eco-Friendly Pencils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sprout-worlds-plantable-pencils.md) - [Phygital Greeting Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gift-card-greetings.md) - [Zero-Waste Seedling Pots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bough-pot.md) - [Biodegradable Growing Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sow-co-bonsai-tree.md) - [Quirky eCard Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/happiepages.md) - [Greeting Card Kiosks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greeting-card-kiosk.md)