PHOTOS: Japanese Scientists Turn Chrysanthemums 'True Blue' : The Two-Way : NPR

The scientists introduced genes from two other flowers that allowed the mums to mimic the chemical process producing blue pigment. This might be applicable to other flowers, like roses and lilies.

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