# Plantable Condolence Cards This Sympathy Card Comes Embedded with a Wildflower Seeds By Rebecca Byers | Published 2015-05-06 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantable-condolence-cards References: [botanicalpaperworks](http://www.botanicalpaperworks.com/catalog/stationery-gifts/seed-cards/get-well-sympathy) & [botanicalpaperworks](http://www.botanicalpaperworks.com/catalog/stationery-gifts/seed-cards/get-well-sympathy/0116/plantable-condolence-card) While [traditional greeting cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greeting-card-kiosk) tend to pile up and one can only received so many pre-cooked meals, these plantable condolence cards by Botanical Paperworks are a lovely way to send your sympathies. Embedded with North American wildflower seeds, the eco-friendly cards are made from post-consumer waste making them biodegradable. The unique and touching idea is a phenomenal way to send your love and well wishes to those who need it in a way that keeps on giving by literally transforming into a shrub of wildflowers when planted. A poignant gift to give and receive, these plantable condolence cards do what words cannot by reminding loved ones of the [cyclical reality of the natural world](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sanctum-of-trees) while connecting to universal themes of creation and destruction. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Eco-friendly Greeting Cards:** Creating greeting cards from post-consumer waste and embedding them with seeds presents an opportunity for eco-conscious consumers and businesses to embrace sustainability in the greeting card industry. - **Plantable Cards:** The concept of creating plantable cards provides an innovative way to create a lasting and meaningful gift, opening up possibilities for personalized and environmentally-friendly celebrations. - **Interactive Sympathy Cards:** The integration of wildflower seeds in sympathy cards offers a unique interactive experience that allows individuals to connect with nature, offering solace and hope during difficult times. ### Who This Affects Most - **Greeting Card Industry:** The use of plantable cards presents an opportunity for the greeting card industry to introduce innovative and sustainable products that resonate with environmentally-conscious consumers. - **Sustainability and Eco-friendly Products:** The plantable condolence cards align with the growing demand for sustainability and eco-friendly products, catering to consumers seeking environmentally-conscious options in various industries, including gifting and stationery. - **Personalized Gift Industry:** The incorporation of plantable cards in the personalized gift industry allows for the creation of unique and sentimental products that combine nature, personalization, and meaningful messages. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Convenient Online Greeting Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/happy-tree-cards.md) - [Eco-Friendly Pet Tree Burial Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecofriendly-pet-tree-burial-kit.md) - [Festive Plantable Pencils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantable-pencils.md) - [Plantable Seed-Infused Stationery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jalebi.md) - [Phygital Greeting Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gift-card-greetings.md) - [Breakup Gardening Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/break-up-gift-box.md) - [Immersive Greeting Card Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anything-roots-post.md) - [Eco-Friendly Pencils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sprout-worlds-plantable-pencils.md) - [Biodegradable Pet Urns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paw-pods-1.md)