Take a look at the first-ever flower to bloom in space

This blooming Zinnia is the first flower grown in space
Image Credit: Scott Kelly (via Twitter)

Astronauts have successfully nursed the first-ever flower grown in space to full bloom. Not only will this add some color to the drab halls of the International Space Station, but this development marks the next major step in learning to grow sustainable crops in orbit.

NASA astronaut Scott Kelly debuted the full-grown zinnia plant this weekend, bringing a satisfying conclusion to a project that was originally hurtling towards failure.

Top Image Credit: Scott Kelly (via Twitter)

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