A system for packaging and transporting produce is disclosed. The system includes a cup-shaped base having a bottom with side walls extending upward therefrom to a top rim, the bottom having an outer, substantially flat surface and an inner surface opposite the outer surface, and the inner surface and side walls forming an inner space. The system may further include within the inner space one of soil, an absorbent non-organic material or chlorinated water with additives. The system also includes a substantially dome-shaped top configured to rest upon and mate with the top rim. Methods and devices for packaging and transporting produce are also disclosed

An apparatus and method for the protection and transportation of floral arrangements are shown. The apparatus includes a container defining a central volume. A tray is included for the suspending of a floral arrangement within the central volume. A decorative base is configured to surround a portion of the flowers. An insert is in communication with the container and configured to cradle a portion of the decorative base so as to restrict movement. The floral arrangement is tied or coupled to a portion of the tray. An optional temperature regulating device may be inserted to assist in maintaining the freshness of the floral arrangement.

An apparatus and method for the protection and transportation of floral arrangements are shown. The apparatus includes a container defining a central volume. A tray is included for the suspending of a floral arrangement within the central volume. A decorative base is configured to surround a portion of the flowers. An insert is in communication with the container and configured to cradle a portion of the decorative base so as to restrict movement. The floral arrangement is tied or coupled to a portion of the tray. An optional temperature regulating device may be inserted to assist in maintaining the freshness of the floral arrangement.

Embodiments of the present invention relate to mollusk with fluorescent coatings. Also disclosed are aquarium kits comprising a tank, mollusk and an excitation light source.

A hanging drying rack comprises a plurality of rectangular trays arrayed in a vertical column having a mesh bottom with a fastened section secured within each bottom. Lengths of cord secure the trays at each respective common corner. Each end of each cord is secured at a common point suprajacent the upper most tray. The drying rack is particularly suited for drying herbaceous material.

An insulated flower vessel includes a conical-cylindrical outer body having a first-closed-bottom configured to be terminated at a top rim with a conical-cylindrical inner body having a second-closed-bottom defining an internal volume. The conical-cylindrical outer body and the conical-cylindrical inner body are integral with one another and are configured to have a volumetric insulating space between the conical-cylindrical outer body and the conical-cylindrical inner body such that insulation means can be realized to resist heat movement into and out of said insulated flower vessel. The insulated flower vessel is useful for extending longevity of the fresh cut flowers.

An insulated flower vessel includes a conical-cylindrical outer body having a first-closed-bottom configured to be terminated at a top rim with a conical-cylindrical inner body having a second-closed-bottom defining an internal volume. The conical-cylindrical outer body and the conical-cylindrical inner body are integral with one another and are configured to have a volumetric insulating space between the conical-cylindrical outer body and the conical-cylindrical inner body such that insulation means can be realized to resist heat movement into and out of said insulated flower vessel. The insulated flower vessel is useful for extending longevity of the fresh cut flowers.

A binding wrap for maintaining the hydration of cut flowers is disclosed. The wrap is formed by folding a flexible, absorbent sheet over and around the stems of cut flowers. An assembly of a bouquet of cut flowers with a flexible, absorbent binding wrap folded around its stems is also disclosed as is a method of forming such a wrap.

A binding wrap for maintaining the hydration of cut flowers is disclosed. The wrap is formed by folding a flexible, absorbent sheet over and around the stems of cut flowers. An assembly of a bouquet of cut flowers with a flexible, absorbent binding wrap folded around its stems is also disclosed as is a method of forming such a wrap.

A combination shipping and display package for relatively small articles, especially gift items such as candy and other food, small green plants, young tree seedlings, or flowering plants. The package is designed to be lightweight, to protect the article being shipped, and to function as an adornment after delivery. The package includes a container for the article to be shipped, a stand for supporting the container, and a cap for covering the stand. The stand is collapsible into a flat shape and is expandable into an open upright shape for displaying the shipped article. The stand may also have printed matter thereon to provide a message or advertisement. When a plant is being shipped, the package may include a water-resistant breathable bag surrounding the container to help contain the seed or root ball of the plant during shipment, and to provide an additional ornamental feature for the plant when displayed.