Flowers have been a part of man's existence from time immemorial. Frescoes, paintings, sculptures, and pottery from Greek, Asian, Minoan, and Chinese origins all have flowers in them. Flowers represent spring, blessings, fertility and growth.

Experts reveal that flowers spread peace and happiness. A study at Harvard showed that:

Fresh cut flowers in a home increased feelings of compassion and kindness for others.

Flowers in a home spread calm and chase away moments of anxiety, worries, and sadness.

People who live among flowers experience less negativity and have lowered hypertension and anxiety.

Flowers boost energy levels and productivity. People with flowers in a home are more enthusiastic and happy. They are willing to help others and active.

Studies show that flowers heal the sick and bring smiles to the faces of the aging. Flowers have appositive effect on our well being and alleviate feelings of anxiety and depression.

That is why it is important to grow flowers in garden or small patch. If you live in a flat have flowers in small pots or window boxes. Watch them flourish and dance with music and wind.

Put cut flowers in vases in your kitchen, dining areas, and living areas. If you suffer from pollen allergies get flowers that are safe for you. Flowers can last a week or longer if you change the water everyday and trim the dead leaves.

Flowers bring a touch of spring into homes. In fact people believe that homes with flowers have fewer fights, bouts of sickness, or unhappiness. It does not have to be enormous or expensive. Just a single stem surrounded by greens will make a difference.

Learn all about how to arrange flowers and keep them fresh from the World Wide Web. There are articles that tell you tips like tulips and daffodils are not compatible and that tulips need more water than other flowers. Learn how to make a planted basket of greens and spring flowers at: http://interiordec.about.com/od/springdecor/a/springardenbskt.htm . Information on flowers that are ideal for spring or fall are at: http://gardening.about.com/od/annuals/tp/CoolAnnuals.htm . So with the internet knowledge highway you can transform your home with simple and affordable flower arrangements.

Beautifully arranged flowers make the room look stylish and bring sunshine into the home and drive away the gloom. Flowers in a room brighten up the smallest room and make people, children and adults feel welcome.