According to a study conducted at Rutgers University for the Society of American Florists (SAF) flowers make people happier. This same research shows that flowers have a positive impact on emotional health. Flowers make you happier.

Flowers have an immediate impact on happiness. Study participants expressed “true” or “excited” smiles upon receiving flowers.

Flowers have a long-term positive effect on moods. Study participants reported feeling less depressed, anxious or agitated after receiving flowers – and they demonstrated a higher sense of enjoyment and life satisfaction.

Flowers make intimate connections. The presence of flowers led to increased contact with family and friends.

If you are interested in reading more about this research go to www.safnow.org and go to consumer Research or just link check out the In Bloom section at KSFY.com.

Your local florist can be a great source of happiness all you have to do is call or stop at your flower shop. Happiness is only a purchase away.

Gifts of fresh flowers designed in a traditional bouquet or the European way – hand-tied will put more excitement into your life and the life of the person you are sending to.

Please remember to use a Fresh Flower Food solution when you are adding to your arrangement or vase. Keep your flowers out of the sun and away from drafts – and don’t place them on a heat producing appliance.

By Patrick M. Gustaf, AAF, SDCF
Gustaf's Greenery, Inc.