Whether displayed indoors or outside, these plants transform ordinary spaces into experiences of calm, curiosity, and delight. The natural glow creates a magical experience — evoking wonder, reflection, and tranquility.
Real Plants. Real Glow.
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How It Works
A Plant That Lights Up Your World
Nature + Science in Perfect Harmony
Soaks in sunlight during the day
Stores natural energy inside
Shines with a soft, moonlight glow at night
Firefly Petunias glow naturally without batteries, wires, or sprays. Inspired by the shimmering beauty found in the deep ocean and moonlit landscapes, these extraordinary white flowers shine with their own living energy. The glow is strongest in new blossoms and young growth, following the plant’s natural life cycle. They respond to your love and care by shining with even greater brilliance.
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What the World Is Saying
From global media to scientific approval, Firefly Petunias are making headlines everywhere.
TIME
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The Best Inventions of 2024
Light Bio’s Firefly Petunia was selected as one of TIME’s Best Inventions, celebrating the most impactful and groundbreaking products of the year.
USDA – Official Approval
This petunia may be safely grown and bred in the United States.” USDA gives approval to sell Firefly Petunias across the US.
NPR – Science Behind the Glow
Watch your garden glow with new genetically modified bioluminescent petunias.” Reporter Sasa Woodruff breaks down the science behind the blooms.
CNN
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CNN – Scientists create glow-in-the-dark plants
Fans of Avatar will have long dreamed of lush jungles teeming with glowing plants. Scientists create glow-in-the-dark plants.” By Amy Woodyatt.
THE ATLANTIC
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The Atlantic – Rethinking Plants
A glowing petunia could radicalize your view of plants.” Writer Zoë Schlanger explores how bioluminescence helps us see plants as complex, living beings.
BBC – Featured on The Green Planet
David Attenborough showcases Light Bio’s glowing plants in BBC’s The Green Planet, explaining how plants defend themselves in nature.
Glowing
All my plants arrived safely, despite the heatwave. They're blooming beautifully and have a very pleasant glow. 5/5 would recommend.
They came just fine!
My second order, now in 2025. I got three in 2024, six now. I really liked the over-communication from UPS, thank you for setting that up.
Fantastic Flowers!
I was a little skeptical that these Petunias would work. After a month of TLC they turned out spectacular! Great product.
Very cool plants
They're glowing plants, which is very cool. It is a faint glow, so don't expect to light a room, but it is a very neat effect. A camera on a regular setting doesn't...
Cool glow
I do love my firefly petunias.
They are a commitment to care for that definitely has its rewards...
Not science fiction
I am happy that the plants glowed as advertised, even on day of delivery. They were healthy, and quickly put into a larger pot...
Awesome Gift
I bought one of the first gen Firefly Petunias for myself, and it was absolutely incredible. Once it had recovered from shipping...
