The move drew criticism from a wide range of customers
A popular supermarket chain sells autumn leaves for $ 7.5
Waitrose received negative reactions.
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Social media users criticized the Waitrose supermarket for selling "seasonal autumn leaves", at a price of 6 pounds ($ 7.5) per package.
And spread pictures of different tree leaves packed in transparent plastic rolls, and arranged in bouquets of flowers;
On social media, this week, the price tag of the product sparked controversy.
Given that the leaves can be picked from the street, at this time of year, the pioneers of social networks were amazed at the behavior of Waitrose, and accused the famous supermarket chain of trying to make money by selling something for free.
"Bag of real leaves?"
"I will sell you a similar package of papers for only 12 cents ($ 0.12)," a Twitter user asks, "This should be in the category of strange morning ideas."
Apparently, bouquets of exotic leaves appeared on the shelves of the Waitrose supermarket as a way to welcome autumn, and a poster appeared on it urging customers to "bring the fresh air indoors" and "add brightness to your home with newly selected plants that reflect the colors of the season." In the official description of the product.
"We get the best flowers from professional growers, and treat them gently on the trip to our stores, so they look beautiful for longer," says Waitrose officials.
Despite generally negative reactions to its autumn-themed product, the British supermarket made it clear that the idea was inspired by shoppers' requests.
A spokesperson for Waitrose said: "We have seen a really strong demand for fall leaves this season. Our customers love to use them to mix with their seasonal blossoms to brighten their homes."
Waitrose: We've seen a really strong demand for fall leaves this season. Our customers love to use them to mix with their seasonal blossoms to brighten their homes.
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