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Can flowers affect mood and depression? A Rutgers Study Says Yes
The presence of flowers triggers happy emotions, increases feelings of life satisfaction, and influences social behavior in positive ways that go far beyond what is usually assumed. This is according to a recent behavioral research study conducted at Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey. Nature offers us an easy way to improve emotional health in a fast-paced, high-tech lifestyle. Researchers who studied the connection between flowers and life satisfaction found that: o Flowers have a direct effect on happiness, a universal response that occurs across all age groups. o Flowers have a long-term positive effect on...
Can flowers affect mood and depression? A Rutgers Study Says Yes
The presence of flowers triggers happy emotions, increases feelings of life satisfaction, and influences social behavior in positive ways that go far beyond what is usually assumed. This is according to a recent behavioral research study conducted at Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey.
Nature offers us an easy way to improve emotional health in a fast-paced, high-tech lifestyle.
Researchers who examined the connection between flowers and life satisfaction found that:
o Flowers have a direct effect on happiness, a universal reaction that occurs across all ages.
o Flowers have a long-term positive effect on mood. Study participants reported feeling less depressed, anxious and upset after receiving the flowers.
o Flowers create close connections. The presence of flowers led to increased contact with family and friends.
“Common sense tells us that flowers make us happy,” said Dr. Jeannette Haviland-Jones, a professor of psychology at Rutgers and lead researcher on the study. “Now science shows us that flowers not only make us happier than we know, but also have powerful positive effects on our emotional well-being.”
Popular flowers this year include light pink or green hydrangeas, fragrant peonies combined with tree ivy and bright, cheerful gerbera daisies in yellow, orange, white, pink or red.
Many customers prefer to pick their own vase rather than order the vase of flowers and give it away separately. A popular square, clear vase adds a contemporary look to arrangements. Tulips or other flowers are used as fillers instead of greenery, and foam is not often used as a base. When floral foam is needed to stabilize heavier arrangements, it is available in colors other than the once-standard dark green.
There's really no need to spend $80 or $100 on a bouquet. Even high-end glamorous arrangements are available for $29 to $49. They can be delivered at an additional cost.
Professional florists help share people's life milestones through flowers, and we help the sender choose the right bouquet. An experienced florist with a website will provide flower history and trivia so the sender knows what the “language of certain flowers” actually means.
Flowers come from all over the world - fresh, showy flowers that last a long time.
Plants that keep on giving
This Old House contractor Roger Cook offers some suggestions outside of traditional bouquets.
"It's the height of spring, and there are gifts that have all the scent, variety and style of cut flowers, but come back year after year," Cook said.
His top tips:
o Rose garden gifts. Instead of giving a bouquet of cut roses, create a rose garden gift. Your local garden center has everything you need for a beginner rose garden.
oh ivy. For this beautiful, low-maintenance option, choose from indoor and outdoor varieties with lush green leaves for a clean, fresh look.
o Herb garden. Create your customized herbs. Imagine what your mother likes to cook and eat and go from there.
o Geraniums. These are bright and beautiful in red, coral or white. You can fill hanging baskets or pots.
Marianna's SOS Flowers co-owner Rick London says red or pink roses last forever
The most popular but close runners-up include irises, tulips, carnations and geraniums.
Inspired by Rick London