North Korea are reportedly being sent to labour camps after thousands of special flowers failed to bloom. The 'Kimjongilia' begonias - named after Kim Jong-un's father and former North Korean leader Kim Jong-il - are meant to be in bloom to mark the dead dictator's birthday on February 16.
The event is known as the 'Day of Shining Star', and typically sees streets in the hermit country lined with red flowers honouring Kim Jong-il, who died in 2011 aged 69.
However, issues with the supply of firewood used to create the ideal temperature and humidity in greenhouses growing the flowers has meant that this year gardeners haven't got them ready in time.
According to Daily NK News, gardeners have been accused of neglecting the plants, with some sentenced to six months in harsh labour camps as a result.
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