PLANTS AND FLOWERS MAKE THE BEST PRESENTS - AND HERE'S WHY
It's scientifically proven that flowers have a positive impact on people and that people feel happier, more relaxed and happier with flowers and plants around them.
Giving and receiving gifts, especially thoughtful gifts, creates a sense of connection and appreciation. A plant or bouquet chosen with love thus already has a positive effect on the mental health of the giver and the recipient. Receiving plants or flowers can also bring more creativity, better health, a better mood and more relaxation to the recipient. Read more about these positive effects here.
a plant for new parents
Do you have friends, relatives or colleagues who have just had a baby? At a time when they could use every hour of sleep, why not gift them a plant that's been proven to have a positive effect on sleep quality? Some plants are rich in crocetin, such as gardenias. Research shows that this substance makes people sleep more soundly and better.
SHOW COMPASSION WITH THE RIGHT PLANTS OR FLOWERS
During sad times, plants and flowers are an appropriate way to show your sympathy. Specific plants and flowers have comforting symbolism or meanings appropriate to an unpleasant event, such as a death. Plants have been proven to help reduce sombre feelings such as anxiety, stress and depression. When words fail, plants or flowers are often a suitable alternative.
SAY 'THANK YOU' WITH PLANTS AND FLOWERS
Wondering how to truly thank someone? Several plants and flowers symbolise gratitude and are very suitable for saying 'thank you' without using words, such as to your teacher, coach or trainer. Want to add a personal message to your thank you? Add a handwritten card to a thank-you plant or appreciation bouquet.
WELCOME HOME WITH ATMOSPHERIC PLANTS OR FLOWERS
Have your friends just moved to a new flat or do you have new neighbours? Chances are that they're knee deep in boxes and that they haven't had time yet to make their spot feel as inviting or cosy as they'd like. Why not gift them some greenery to brighten up their new place? Discover suitable green housewarming gifts here.
plants and flowers as self-care
All these health benefits and deeper meanings make flowers and plants a suitable gift for almost any occasion. But did you know that giving someone flowers also makes YOU happier? Giving greenery means that the cuddle hormone oxytocin and the happiness hormone serotonin are released. These hormones lower blood pressure, reduce stress levels and boost self-confidence, among other things. Gifting plants and flowers also has a positive effect on yourself!
