Flower Power for Wellbeing: A Quick Guide Denise Jones Floral Design

The important part that botanicals natures gorgeous flowers and foliage and the total Power of Flowers have on us ?

Healing Impact:

• Flowers extend beyond instant gratification, offering lasting mood upliftment.

• Known to ease anxiety, alleviate depression, and expedite recovery from illness.

Medicinal and Herbal Roots:

• Flowers have a history in medicine and herbal remedies for various ailments.

• Many blooms are edible or can be steeped into teas for health benefits.

Why Flowers Make Us Happy:

• Nature's showstoppers trigger happy chemicals: Dopamine, Serotonin, and Oxytocin.

• Dopamine - A reward and 'feel good' chemical.

• Serotonin - A mood regulator contributing to wellbeing and happiness.

• Oxytocin - A bonding chemical associated with trust and empathy.

Best Flowers for Wellbeing:

1. Flowers by Colour:

• Different colors evoke different feelings; a mixed bunch for all-round joy.

1. Lavender:

• Known for aromatherapy, induces relaxation, manages stress, and aids sleep.

1. Favorite Flowers:

• Personal favorites bring sentiment and an extra-large smile and can be associated with our past and making those floral memories ( my personal top 5 favourites are Cymbidium orchids especially the lime green one, Calla Lilies (mango coloured), Hydrangeas ( blue and pink and green ), Scented Garden roses, delicate Waxflower ( and as a separate but not flowers but I LOVE working ande adding in lots of scented foliage and herbs

1. Roses:

• Loved for scent, high in Vitamin C, and historically used for medicinal purposes and edible and still look amazing when you dry them too!

1. Chamomile:

• Delicate bloom with stress-relieving properties, aids sleep and soothes ailments.

1. Fennel:

• Loaded with health benefits, used in holistic remedies for digestive issues.

1. Peace Lily:

• Cleanses air and provides a beneficial mood boost.

1. Eucalyptus:

• Not a flower but beneficial; anti-inflammatory, relieves congestion, and offers relaxation.

Contactless Hug:

• In times of separation, flowers feel like a hug from afar it can be a way of really felling close to the sender or visa versa if you are the sender

• Flowers evoke emotion and most certainly making us smile, for a while.