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Woman grows lilies at home after florist says 'aap khud uga lo', video goes viral
A flower shop visit turned viral after a woman reacted to a ₹100 lily price and chose to grow them herself.
Flowers surely add beauty but lets be honest, they can also be quite expensive. Among the many varieties, lilies are often seen as one of the more premium blooms, known for their elegance and higher price point. Recently, a simple visit to a flower shop turned into a gardening journey for a woman after a florist’s blunt but practical advice pushed her to grow lilies at home instead of buying them.
In the video shared by user @1976khati on Instagram, she can be seen asking a florist, “Bhaiya, lilly kaise diya?” To which he replies, “ ₹100 per stick.” She then reacts, “yeh thode mahenge nahi hai?” The florist responds without much hesitation, “Toh aap khud uga lijiye.” The exchange, though casual, sets the tone for what follows next in the video.
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The clip then shows the woman taking the suggestion quite literally. She buys 10 bulbs for ₹180 and begins planting them in pots at home. The video follows her gardening process, from sowing the bulbs to patiently nurturing them over time. Eventually, her efforts pay off as she shows lilies blooming in beautiful shades of yellow, white and pink, all grown at home. In a simple but satisfying ending, the video includes the text, “mehenge toh the bhaiya.”
Internet reacts to the blooming journey
The internet was quick to react to the video and many users found it both relatable and inspiring. One user commented, “I like her attitude.” Another said, “He motivated you babe, and you did it.” Others simply admired the result, writing, “That's so gorgeous.” A few suggested she should take it further, saying, “Now you start selling.”
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Some viewers also reflected on the effort behind it, with one comment reading, “Effort and time ka bhi cost hota hai.... But lilies you grow are just so so pretty.” Another user asked, “Now tell me at what price you would sell these with the efforts, care, patience and expenses that you put into it.” Others joined in with curiosity and relatability, asking, “Kahan se khareeda bulb?” while some simply wrote, “Me when I get an apartment” and “As a hobby gardener myself, mein bhi khud grow kar leti hun.”
The video connects because it shows how something small can turn into a happy and rewarding experience.
