Statement of the Problem: Subject lacks creative gift for the object of his/ her lust/ gratitude/ congratulations/ condolences.

Hypothesis: A seasonal bouquet of local organic flowers delivered by Marigold and Mint will solve the dilemma.

Materials: The farm’s winter selection includes cherry and plum blossom branches and a variety of hellebores, heather, fragrant sarcococca, and crocus. Come spring, Marigold’s fields will bloom with heirloom roses, tulips, zinnias, poppies, moonlight marigolds, and edible flowers.

Procedure: We (the selfless test subjects) called owner Katherine Anderson to order. She offered to arrange our chosen posies in a colorful coffee can, pale glass jar, vintage Mason jar, or galvanized bucket, and drop them at our door within days.

Results: Breathtaking.

Conclusion: is inconclusive. Will require weekly deliveries to further experiment.

Marigold and Mint (206-419-1222 or marigoldandmint.com).