When you think of a vending machine, what can you typically get? A bottle of Coke, a packet of crisps…but how about a bunch of fresh flowers? This new offering emerged last year and has been made available across China with self-service flower machines installed in underground stations in major cities including Shanghai, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, and Chongqing. These flowery blooms have soon created a local buzz, especially among young Chinese, thanks to its convenient access and