Flowers make a positive impact on people's lives, especially in the modern world where there's less time to connect with nature.

Flowers enhance people's lives both physically and emotionally and research has shown that they can moderate mood. They make people feel less anxious and depressed and improve their feeling of life satisfaction. Seeing pretty blooms in the morning sets up a better mood for the whole day, and the positive mood spreads to other people too. Try putting fresh flowers in the kitchen and see how they improve your mood before work.

Blooms create a welcoming and beautiful atmosphere and impact positively on our lives. This is why hotels, such as the Pembroke Arms hotel Salisbury, invest in a good florist to decorate their lobbies, and why companies will have vases of blooms in their receptions and meeting rooms.

Workplace studies have also been undertaken to show the positive effects of flowers and plants in the office. Ideas and creative output are raised and productivity improves, making plants a welcome addition to the work place. A happy workforce is good for business and promotes loyalty from employees.

People love to be given a pretty bouquet of blooms and they will usually show a genuine smile. They represent love and happiness and promote a good feeling in both the giver and the receiver.

Flowers are also used in aromatherapy sessions to affect mood. Some smells are uplifting, such as rose, and some calming.

As well as improving your mood, there are also long known physical benefits.

Flowers are beneficial in the treatment of minor ailments and are used for poultices and creams Marigold is used for healing in ointments because of the antifungal and antiseptic properties it possesses. Gargling with a solution made from honeysuckle helps soothe a sore throat.

People use floral infusions as tea to aid the body and alter mood. An example is Chamomile which is great for producing a calming effect and boosting the immune system.

Finally, some flowers provide tasty ingrediants for our meals. Nasturtiums are easy to grow and both the leaves and flowers can be consumed. Chives and Borage both have lovely flowers and are tasty herbs.

Having more blooms in your life has got to be a good thing, so why not add some more flowers to your garden. Pop down to your local garden centre and see what takes your fancy.