Leap at the chance: floriography and adoring statements

February 29 is a date that balances gender rights, says Fiann Ó Nualláin

"Plants and flowers that are symbolic to engagement and marriage proposals include love token plants that pledge something."

As we all know, this is a leap year and today’s date proves it: it’s the first February 29 since 2016 and the last one to enjoy or endure until 2024. I like leap years — they remind me that every now and then we need to reset or put things right. Some people have five-year plans, some 10, some don’t have the luxury to get beyond day to day.