Go green this Valentine’s Day with flowers that help at-risk youth. Story by Martha Shade, CNN • 12m. Sign up for CNN’s Life, But Greener newsletter.

Southside Blooms employs at-risk youth in Chicago to create flower bouquets, seed-filled cards and other gifts, using green practices. CNN values your feedback 1.

Michigan flower farms allow customers to buy vibrant bouquets or pick their own fresh ... go to The Flower Project on Instagram @the_flower_projectmi or its Facebook ... Green Things Farm Collective.

Other ways to go green this Valentine’s Day: Give a gift of service (a massage, free babysitting) If you know your Valentine likes to thrift shop, buy second-hand!