As the cut flower industry hits one of its busiest periods, new research has shown that the water-absorbing green floral foam used by florists is contributing to the world's microplastic problem. A ...

The non-biodegradable material is often used to spell out names of the deceased and in wedding displays, the General Synod was told Gabriella Swerling Social and Religious Affairs Editor Gabriella ...

Floral foam is a common material florists use to make their floral arrangements beautiful. It's a light, Styrofoam-like, green base that absorbs water like a sponge, can maintain the acidity of cut ...

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Floral foams have become one of those things to stay away from if you're trying to run a more sustainable home. Experts have found that they contain a great deal of toxins, which are really bad for ...

Bishop pushes for British-grown flowers and a ban on floral foam Gabriella Swerling Social and Religious Affairs Editor Gabriella Swerling is Social and Religious Affairs Editor for The Telegraph. She ...

Floral foam should be banned and local blooms used, according to a motion before General Synod (Alamy/PA) Places of worship are being urged to ban floral foam and parishioners encouraged to donate ...