FLOWERS CAN BRIDGE THE SOCIAL DISTANCE THIS MOTHER'S DAY

Flowers Can Bridge the Social Distance Gap This Mother’s Day

This year, Mother’s Day looks different for many of us. It may not be possible in light of COVID-19 to visit with mom or other women who have influenced your life. Such separation induces stress and loneliness but, according to several research studies, flowers may be just the antidote moms and women in general need this season.

According to a survey by Wakefield Research, 68 percent of people feel stress on a weekly basis, and 32 percent are stressed every day—numbers that are now almost certainly higher in today’s COVID-19 environment. Women, in particular, are affected, as one in four report experiencing stress multiple times a day.

Research from the University of North Florida shows that something as simple as flowers can help. The findings show that people who lived with flowers in their homes for just a few days reported a significant decrease in their levels of stress and improvements in their moods. Additional research from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, shows that the presence of flowers around senior citizens decreased depression among 81%, refreshed recent memory among 72% and encouraged outreach to loved ones among 40 percent. And research from Harvard University found that people who live with flowers report fewer episodes of anxiety and depressed feelings.

“Flowers have evolved to activate positive emotional responses from people,” says Rutgers University researcher Jeannette Haviland-Jones, Ph.D., director of the university’s Human Emotions Lab. “Each bloom has the potential to put a smile on our face and sway our opinion of a friend, colleague or loved one. That’s powerful.”

When you receive flowers as a gift, you know that someone is thinking of you right now, this very minute, said. Flowers spark joy, something that everyone needs right now—especially mothers.

Give Flowers for Mother's Day

What ideas do you have for flowers for Mothers Day? Mothers Day is the one time of the year when you can take some time to show your mother or the other mothers in your life how special they really are.

When choosing flowers for Mothers Day, you don't want anyone to feel left out or unappreciated so be sure you remember your own mother, your mother-in-law, step mother, grandmother and the mother of your own children.

There are many different ideas for flowers for Mothers Day. Young children often enjoy making flowers or picking their own wild flowers for mom. Most mothers love handmade items from their children so this is a popular choice.

As the children grow older, flowers for Mothers Day become more sophisticated. Usually they are purchased from a florist and there is a huge array of choices. You can send the Mom in your life flowers from all over the world with new online ordering that makes it easy for whatever beautiful flowers you choose show up fresh and gorgeous.

Mothers Day is a special day for you to recognize your Mum for everything she's done for you. It's one day each year to really say thanks to the person who made it possible for you to be here today.

Who to Give Flowers for Mothers Day

We mentioned briefly before that there are more women in your life you may want to remember besides just your mother. On this special day for moms everywhere, think about who else there may be in your life that you can give flowers for on Mothers Day. Here are some thoughts:

• Your mother 
• Your grandmother
• Your stepmother
• Your mother in law
• Your wife/mother of your child(ren)

If you know a Mom in your life who doesn't have anyone to send her flowers, you might consider giving some to her as well. This can be an excellent way to make someone feel special on this special day.

Types of Flowers for Mothers Day

As you may already know, there are different types of flowers for Mothers Day. When choosing the right ones for your occasion, there are different things to consider. Here are some thoughts:

• Roses- these are an all-time favorite for many women everywhere. It's hard to go wrong with some beautiful roses. 
• Silk flowers- this is a switch up of the traditional live flowers that will eventually wilt and die.
• Wild flowers- if you don't have anywhere nearby that you can pick wildflowers, you can also purchase a bouquet of wildflowers to give to someone special.

If you traditionally give the same type of flowers every year, you might decide to mix it up and be more meaningful by sending something different. This will also be a great surprise to the mother who has grown accustomed to always getting the same type of flowers each year.

What Flowers for Mothers Day Mean

When choosing your flowers for Mothers Day, think about what you are really trying to say with your gift of flowers. What emotions come to mind when you think about your mother or the mom you're planning flowers for? What emotions do you want to be able to convey with your flowers?

Flowers can say I love you, I appreciate you, I miss you, I'm thinking of you, I think you're special and a whole host of other thoughts and emotions. Just the act of giving flowers shows that you care about the person and that you thought enough about them to send them on this special day.

Sometimes the type of flower can also mean something. For example, the freesia resembles innocence. Amaryllis means splendid beauty, Aster means patience, ivy represents marriage and the red tulip is a declaration of love. As many people known, roses mean love and the lily represents majesty.

When choosing what flowers for Mothers Day you want to give, you might look into the meanings of certain flowers to help you choose a bouquet. An arrangement of multiple flowers can also be a great choice with multiple meanings.

Now that you know more about flowers for Mothers Day, you should have a better idea of how to choose the right flowers for all the mothers in your life.

Choose The Right Color Flowers for Mother's Day

Everyone knows that flowers are one of the best gifts for mothers. Every mother appreciates a fresh bouquet that has been lovingly selected just for her. But before you send Mothers Day flowers, be sure that you are choosing some that are the best color to fit her unique personality. When you pick out flowers for her, you may think that knowing her favorite kind is all that matters; the color isn't really important as long as the flowers are pretty, right?
Wrong. The color can make a huge difference in how much she really likes the flowers. Have you ever heard of color psychology? It refers to the effect of color on human behaviors and emotions. Different feelings and associations come to mind when we see different colors. These emotions and thoughts can vary with the times and cultures of different civilizations, but no one can dispute the power of color when it comes to our subconscious mind.
Before you send Mothers Day flowers, think about her unique personality and the qualities you value the most about her. Then consider the following characteristics of colors:

• Yellow -- Yellow is a cheerful color that makes us feel happiness and joy, as well as a color that many people associate with wealth because gold is so valuable. But be careful! When some people see yellow, they may think of cowards and liars.
• Pink -- Pink is the universal color of peace and unconditional love. Seeing it can invoke feelings of affection and increased sensitivity to others. These associations make pink a wonderful color to choose for her flowers because it is representative of the nurturing instinct that all mothers naturally have.
• White -- Most people consider white to be the color that symbolizes sacred concepts like holiness, reverence, and purity. They think that white is connected to cleanliness, as well. Also, white is the color that represents peace, as in "raising the white flag" to signal that the fighting is over and that peace should be restored.
• Red -- Red is a color that is symbolic of many ideas. The most common concepts that accompany red are highly emotional rather than intellectual, such as passion and true love. But don't be too hasty in selecting red flowers; a lot of people think of anger or revenge when they see the color red.
• Purple -- Purple is often identified with nobility and style. It is the color of royalty, signifying kings and queens. If she is the queen of your heart, maybe purple flowers would be best for her.

If you take the time to put a little extra thought into it, you can send Mothers Day flowers that are the ideal color for her. Consider her unique personality as you ponder the symbolism of the different colors. She will be thrilled that you were so considerate and thoughtful in the selection of her gift, and she will know just how important she is in your life.

Let one of our staff at Coggins Flowers and Gifts help you put together the perfect arrangement. 

How to Send Mother’s Day Flowers to Your Mom, Wife or Best Friend

Along with their own mothers, Americans spend Mother’s Day celebrating their wives, other relatives and best friends who are moms with flowers. Mother's Day accounts for one-fourth of the floral purchases made for holidays, according to the Society of American Florists (SAF). Those Mother’s Day flowers make memorable gifts. Research shows that 92 percent of women can remember the last time they received flowers, and 89 percent say receiving flowers makes them feel special.

“With a gift of flowers, you know that someone is thinking of you right now, this very minute,” said Jim Coggins, owner of Coggins Flowers & Gifts in Spartanburg. “It's the memory of the gift and the emotions that last forever.”

Jim Coggins offers the following advice on how to send the right message with flowers to the all the special moms in your life:

• Leading Ladies. No woman – especially moms, grandmas and sisters – should live without a little TLC. A fabulous flowering plant or a garden-style arrangement with greens and soft pastel hues – no matter what the flower – will send the message that you care.
• The Real Deal. Flowers are intimately – and internationally – linked with the art of romance, and for good reason says. As relationships grow, flowers become symbols of different events and milestones in our lives together. Take note of her favorite flowers – the varieties at your wedding, flowers you sent her when you first started dating or the ones she buys for herself. Those will have great meaning and impact.
• The Gal Pal. Flowers that show you’re thinking of someone, but not in a sensual way, have a natural, just-picked feeling. Ask for a selection of garden-style flowers or a bright bold color palette that is fun and whimsical. A basket with a mix of flowering and green plants delivered to her door or office is also a sure fire winner.

For Mother’s Day gift ideas, visit www.aboutflowers.com or contact Coggins Flowers & Gifts at www.expressflowershop.com or call 864.585.6226.


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Research Methodology
The independent research, including focus groups and a nationwide survey of 800 consumers, was conducted by The Michael Cohen Group