Best flowers for the office

When choosing the best flowers for the office, there are several things to take into account. After all, flowers can be expensive, and they should be chosen wisely. The first major decision to make is fresh or fake.

Fake flowers can look quite authentic, are cheaper in the long run, and will last for a very long time. They are also lower maintenance in that they will not go bad or need to be watered. They will not wilt, droop, or attract bugs. They are also tougher, and can be adorned with all kinds of decorations, such as bows, glitter, etc., without getting weighed down or breaking. However, some would argue that there is no substitute for the real thing. Honest-to-goodness flowers smell great, come in thousands of varieties, and have a distinctly natural look.

Another wonderful aspect of real flowers – and this is debatable – is the fact that they do actually require maintenance. Some people like the task of watering plants and nurturing them, as it provides a sense of purpose and can be somewhat therapeutic. There are few things quite so charming as the scent of fresh flowers.

When dealing with an office though, getting live flowers can be an iffy task. If one has their own office, complete with a door, they can get whatever they like. If one’s office consists of an open space or a cubicle, the person must take others into account. Some have allergies that render them unable to be around these plants. Some are sensitive to smells. Others merely don’t like the idea of having a potted plant around, as there is always the chance that bugs or bees are lurking within the flower.

Silk flowers can be a wonderful option for a desk. They pose no threats to those with allergies, won’t wilt, and look quite sophisticated. For an added touch, one can put these in a vase with rocks at the bottom. Sometimes, a clear gel is added – this looks like water – has bubbles blown into it for realism. If fake flowers aren’t desired, some the real options are abundant. Phalaenopsis and Hydrangea flowers (which can also be purchased in their fake forms) look lovely, casual, and bright. Offices tend to be rife with neutral colors – blacks computers, gray carpets, and white desks, for example – and thus devoid of rich colors. A juicy fuchsia or royal purple can make the room pop, and can keep things bright and uplifting.

Another option is to purchase a bouquet and place them in a vase, basket, or ceramic holder. Having flowers at a desk does not mean that one’s working space has to be invaded by an unruly swarm of flowers, either. Miniature flowers can be an effective way to add beauty and color to an office, without being ostentatiously overwhelming (these are also easier to maintain). Mini Calla Lillies are a good example of a smaller flower that is big on style. Bicolored versions of this flower provide a treat for the eyes, as well as a romantic feel for a desk.

When choosing the best flowers for the office, there are several things to take into account. After all, flowers can be expensive, and they should be chosen wisely. The first major decision to make is fresh or fake.

Fake flowers can look quite authentic, are cheaper in the long run, and will last for a very long time. They are also lower maintenance in that they will not go bad or need to be watered. They will not wilt, droop, or attract bugs. They are also tougher, and can be adorned with all kinds of decorations, such as bows, glitter, etc., without getting weighed down or breaking. However, some would argue that there is no substitute for the real thing. Honest-to-goodness flowers smell great, come in thousands of varieties, and have a distinctly natural look.

Another wonderful aspect of real flowers – and this is debatable – is the fact that they do actually require maintenance. Some people like the task of watering plants and nurturing them, as it provides a sense of purpose and can be somewhat therapeutic. There are few things quite so charming as the scent of fresh flowers.

When dealing with an office though, getting live flowers can be an iffy task. If one has their own office, complete with a door, they can get whatever they like. If one’s office consists of an open space or a cubicle, the person must take others into account. Some have allergies that render them unable to be around these plants. Some are sensitive to smells. Others merely don’t like the idea of having a potted plant around, as there is always the chance that bugs or bees are lurking within the flower.

Silk flowers can be a wonderful option for a desk. They pose no threats to those with allergies, won’t wilt, and look quite sophisticated. For an added touch, one can put these in a vase with rocks at the bottom. Sometimes, a clear gel is added – this looks like water – has bubbles blown into it for realism. If fake flowers aren’t desired, some the real options are abundant. Phalaenopsis and Hydrangea flowers (which can also be purchased in their fake forms) look lovely, casual, and bright. Offices tend to be rife with neutral colors – blacks computers, gray carpets, and white desks, for example – and thus devoid of rich colors. A juicy fuchsia or royal purple can make the room pop, and can keep things bright and uplifting.

Another option is to purchase a bouquet and place them in a vase, basket, or ceramic holder. Having flowers at a desk does not mean that one’s working space has to be invaded by an unruly swarm of flowers, either. Miniature flowers can be an effective way to add beauty and color to an office, without being ostentatiously overwhelming (these are also easier to maintain). Mini Calla Lillies are a good example of a smaller flower that is big on style. Bicolored versions of this flower provide a treat for the eyes, as well as a romantic feel for a desk.