As many times as I give away flowers you would think my house is full of them. Well, it’s not currently full of flowers. I love flowers, I prefer them outside in my yard where they can live year after year. However, when my DH gets me flowers it still makes me all giddy. He likes to get them for me just because.
Roses make me feel loved and the smell makes me all tingly. Did you know that 1-800-flowers has a guide that specifies which flower produces what scent. Then how that particular scent is supposed to make you feel?
They also include a color chart and how colors make you feel. I do remember learning when I was very young that red is supposed to make you feel angry and blue or green is a cool and soothing color but that was YEARS ago. Let’s see what the current trend is on colors according to 1-800-Flowers.
De-Stress and Recharge Floral Guide:
Scents:
Roses – In need of a pick-me-up? The sweet aroma and bold colors of red roses can help boost energy and improve mood. Check out the Rose Elegance™ Premium Long Stem Red Roses ($49.99 – $159.99)or Sweetheart Rose Bouquet ($39.99 – $49.99)
- Lavender – Considered a natural remedy for insomnia, the scent of lavender can prompt your body to produce a calming compound which promotes relaxation and helps relax and alleviate stress. Check out the Lavender Dish Garden ($49.99) or the Crabtree & Evelyn® Lavender Hatbox (SALE $55.99)
- Mint – With a scent that immediately awakens, the smell of fresh mint is refreshing and purifying to both the body and soul. Check out the Summer Herb Garden Trio ($44.99) or the Taste of Tea ($16.99)
Colors:
Light Purple & Blue – These hues are soothing and can help relieve tension and reduce anxiety. Use these colored arrangements to create an atmosphere of comfort and tranquility. Check out the Blue Hydrangea ($59.95) or the Blue Purple Arrangement By Jane Packer ($100.00)
- Yellow – A cheerful and uplifting color, yellow enhances alertness, increases self-esteem and can strengthen overall wellbeing. Try sunflowers such as Martha Stewart Golden Sunflower Bouquet ($59.95)
I love purple and so does my daughter. My husband took her to Home Depot to buy some flowers and they brought home blue/purple hydrangeas. Did you know that Hydrangeas change color depending on the acidity in your soil. It’s fun to watch them change colors.
Julie Mulligan, 1-800-FLOWERS.COM’s floral lifestyle expert, recently did a blog post about the “power of flowers” so if you’re interested in learning some of her tricks of the trade for easily incorporating fresh flowers into everyday décor, feel free to let me know and I’ll forward the question.
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I love the golden sunflower bouquet
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I would get the Roses and Lenox plant! Thanks for the chance!!
I’d pick hydrangeas, as they were our wedding flowers and today is our anniversary.
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I think I would get Summer Dunes™.
The passion for purple rose bouquet is gorgeous.
Rose in Modern Elegance Planter
i would get this
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Pink Rose and Calla Lily Bouquet for me!
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would love the exotic breeze orchids!!!
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I wish someone would send me the Serene Green bouquet
Thank you for the giveaway!
I really like the Sweet Serenade but man that was a hard choice they have such lovely bouquets!
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Martha Stewart Twilight Lily Bouquet
For the passing of my mother, Lillian, and the birth of my first grandchild, Lily
So you could say for sentimental reasons …and I think the warm bold colors are perfect.
I like the Summer Herb Garden Trio. What a great addition to a kitchen window.
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The “Pleansantly Pink” is my favorite and I would send it to my wonderful daughter-in-law!
I would choose Exotic Breeze™ Orchids
Not ready to let go of summer yet,
I’d love the Summer Dunes
roses, irises and larkspurs…
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the Pink Rose and Calla Lily Bouquet
I love Make Lemonade in a Vase! It’s so cheery and sure to brighten up my house!
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I would choose rose elegance
the Thanks-a-Latte flower arrangement is so pretty .hope i can win
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Um yeah, Beer Mug of Blossoms couldn’t be cooler!
I would choose the Long Stem Red Roses 24 Stems with Clear Vase.