Benefits of Fresh-Cut Flowers

Fresh-cut flowers not only look and smell better than flowers harvested a long time ago, but studies show that they actually improve mood spiritual health. One study conducted by Harvard Medical School showed that participants had less stress, depression and felt more compassion towards others, when fresh-cut flowers were present in their lives. Fresh-cut flowers naturally provide a joyful mood; it’s human nature. The same study also showed that participants had drastically increased energy levels, with fresh flowers present. This was especially true in the mornings.

All too often we experience the joy of having fresh flowers in the home, only to despairingly watch them wilt away, into death. There are a few tips to keeping these fragrant beauties alive and well for weeks in your home. The best time to cut flowers from the garden is either in the early morning or late afternoon. In the morning the flowers have stored up all their food and energy. This makes them especially fragrant. Cutting them at this time will entrap that fragrance and bring it into your home. No one can deny the sheer serenity of smelling the aroma of freshly harvested flowers.

The best way to harvest flowers is with an extremely sharp blade. Cut the stem at a 45-degree angle, subsequently submerging the sliced end in water for 30 seconds to a minute. After this, follow the steps provided on the page for arranging a flower bouquet.