Aside from adding a bit of color and life in my rooms, there’s more to blooms than just decor. 

While I do enjoy the splash of colors they give on my work desk, they actually help me do better and even improve my health. (You heard that right, flowers have healing powers!)

I found scientifically proven reasons why you should ask your partner to have a flower delivered to your home! Maybe, just maybe, they’ll give you a truckload of blooms to brighten your rooms.

Delicious Addition to Dishes

Not only are flowers beautiful in a pot, but they’re quite the tasty finish on some exotic dishes. According to research published on MDPI, putting flowers on dishes can add necessary antioxidants and minerals, such as zinc and iron, to your meals.

Flowers add a depth of flavor, ranging from sweet to tangy. They also add a playful touch of hues to otherwise boring dishes. It’s a surefire way to impress your guests!

Holistic Remedies

An icy glass of butterfly pea flower tea after a long day isn’t just refreshing; it’s also a healthy alternative to a sugary soda. A study published in Front Plant Sci. shows that butterfly peas are packed with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties.

A nasty breakout? Lavender might be your best friend. According to this study published in Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, lavender has antimicrobials that aid in acne healing and even improve oily skin.

Enhances Your Memory

According to a study done by Dr. Mark Moss of Northumbria University, rosemary has shown success in improving short-term memory and brain function.

If you’re pulling an all-nighter for an exam, being next to a fragrant pot of rosemary is a welcome boost to your mind.

Influences Creativity

The stunning hues of flowers might be your answer to your creative stump.

A study done by Roger Ulrich, Ph.D from Texas A&M University shows that employees in an office environment with flowers and plants showed improved work performance compared with an office with none. Innovation and creative solutions bloom more when there are flowers nearby.

Promotes Better Sleep

Did you know that flowers like jasmine can decrease your anxiety levels and promote sleep? According to a study done by researchers from Ruhr-Universitaet-Bochum, jasmine has a soothing effect that helps your mind relax before snoozing.

This is your sign to decorate your room with a few blooms to catch those Zs. 

Makes You Smile

A flower a day might just keep the therapist away!

It’s almost impossible to feel sad and depressed when you’re surrounded by pretty flowers. Research by Jeannette Haviland-Jones, Ph.D. of Rutgers University shows that flowers can significantly improve mood and draw out some smiles.

Need to cheer someone up? A pot of orchids or geraniums is my personal happy pill. The colors are a perfect addition to any room.

Adds Humidity in the Air

Cracked lips and dry skin? Sounds like a job for a well-watered flower plant. According to an article from South Dakota State University, plants can increase much-needed humidity in the air through a process called transpiration. 

Having healthy plants around you means there are fewer chances of dry throat and dry sinuses. Who needs a humidifier when you have plants in your room?

Improves Air Quality

Who would’ve thought that a small potted plant could be your personal defense against air pollution? Based on NASA’s Clean Air study, flowers like the peace lily can absorb carbon dioxide and air pollutants and, in turn, exhale oxygen. 

Maybe all that sneezing and coughing is a sign to get a more natural air purifier. These blooms don’t use electricity and sit pretty on your desk, too!

Natural Noise Buffer

Surprisingly, having plants around means a more peaceful room! Plants can absorb and deflect sound waves from different kinds of noises. An article from the University of Washington suggests that adding a mix of plants to a room can help to snuff out noises.

If you want to sleep more peacefully, adding more flowers is the solution, a gorgeous solution.

Strengthens Relationships

There’s a reason why we get giddy whenever we receive beautiful flowers. According to a study in the National Library of Medicine, flowers actually stimulate certain positive memories and hold cultural meanings.

Saying your feelings through flowers might impact your receiver more. A single bloom can contain a thousand words!