You don’t need a special reason to bring flowers into your home. No birthday, anniversary or celebration required. A beautiful bouquet on the kitchen table instantly changes the atmosphere, and your mood along with it. This bouquet recipe, starring the Chrysanthemum, does exactly that: it’s a bundle of joy to buy for yourself or give to someone who deserves a little floral treat. Read on to find out how to create it.
Flowers are always a good idea
Flowers aren’t just for life’s big moments. They simply belong at home. On a Tuesday evening curled up on the sofa, on a Sunday morning with coffee and a croissant, or on a table made that little bit cosier by a vase in the middle. Research confirms what we all instinctively know: flowers make us happy. They reduce stress, bring colour into a room and make your house feel more like home. And the best part? You don’t need a reason to put a fresh bouquet on the table. It’s simply a lovely habit.
Why Chrysanthemums are the perfect eye-catcher
The Chrysanthemum is a flower that always catches the eye. It comes in all shapes and colours, from neat and rounded to wild and fluffy, and works in any bouquet. But there’s more to it than that. The Chrysanthemum symbolises health, happiness and warmth, making it the perfect gift for someone you want to show you’re thinking of. Not because you have to, simply because you want to.
Try mixing different shapes and colours of Chrysanthemums. Think of a warm combination of ochre yellow, rust brown and off-white, or opt for a fresher blend of lilac and green. The Chrysanthemum is versatile enough to shine in any combination.
What you’ll need for the bouquet
Three different types of flower are enough to create a full bouquet. The Chrysanthemum does the heavy lifting, while the Scabiosa and Delphinium add lightness and depth.
- Chrysanthemum, the star of the bouquet, preferably in several shapes and colours
- Dried Scabiosa, for a playful, delicate touch
- Delphinium, for height and a splash of colour
How to create this bouquet
Not much of a DIY person? No problem. Visit your local florist, take this list with you and ask for a bouquet built around Chrysanthemums. Most florists will be more than happy to put something together for you.
Fancy having a go yourself? Read our article on creating a Biedermeier bouquet or arranging a field bouquet. It sounds more complicated than it is, and the result feels even more special because you made it yourself. Did you know that the positive effects of greenery have actually been proven? Arranging your own bouquet isn’t just enjoyable, it can also help reduce feelings of stress.
More inspiration for flowers in your home
Once you start bringing flowers into your home, it’s hard to stop. And there’s absolutely no need to. Discover what flowers can do for your wellbeing in our article about the positive effects of flowers, learn how they can even turn around a grumpy morning mood and be inspired by our exuberant power bouquets for those moments when you really want to make an impression.
