Flowers are utilized everywhere to make the inside of a home beautiful. They give color and texture to any space so that it becomes like you. What flowers will be on your mantle or your table determines the mood of the room. So, selecting the right types of flowers does matter.

While most people like fresh flowers because they appear as if they have just opened out of the box and they perfume a house. Most do not like them because they wilt too quickly and replacing them is an endless task. They would prefer dried flowers which also possess their own beauty. 

If you do not know much about flowers, this can be difficult. So we will guide you through an extensive breakdown on the webpage so that you can determine what kind of flowers will be appropriate both in terms of style and lifestyle for your home.

1. Visual Appeal

New flowers add freshness and colour to a room. Their colour lets nature into the house which is very important. From the pale flowers like peonies to bright ones like sunflowers, you have many options to fit the interiors. Flowers lifts up the mood of a home and can be very uplifting.

Dry flowers are less dramatic and offer earthy neutrality to your interiors. Dry flowers are actually rather rusting in appearance and when paired with minimalist or boho styles. Pairing dry flowers such as lavender with textures such as pampas grass or dried eucalyptus is appropriate for neutral tones in the interior.

Fresh flowers can be used for special events and dry flowers are better for low-maintenance styling.

2. Longevity and Maintenance

New flowers last for 5 to 10 days if given good care. They need extra care and constant attention to be worth the money you spent on it. They are bright and lovely but just for a short while.

Dried flowers can remain for months or years if protected from light and moisture. They don't need any constant care. They are best for people who are busy but still want their homes to look pretty.

3. Sensory Impact

Fresh flowers like lilies, roses, or jasmine, have a natural fragrance that also adds perfume to a room. This greatly uplifts the mood and feel of a room. But, this is really harmful for those who have allergies. The scents and pollen from fresh flowers overwhelms them and may trigger a reaction. 

Dried flowers have very little scent. If they go through chemical treatments, they can be completely odourless. That makes them an excellent option for fragrance-sensitive homes.

If you enjoy perfume but you are allergic to it you can include essential oils in dry bouquets for a personal scent.

4. Sustainability Factor

Fresh flowers are often imported. Especially if they are seasonal or region-specific. Since they're about to be thrown away anyway, storing them appears very immoral. But fresh flowers from your garden or farmer's market doesn't have this issue.

Dried flowers, particularly if home-grown or harvested from your own garden, are an eco-friendlier choice. They are better for the environment. Dried flowers are eco friendly and a sustainable choice. 

5. Budget Factors

Flowers that are fresh are not very expensive per bunch but will become costly over time. They're best used for special occasions or maybe once a month.

Dried arrangements are more costly initially but are absolutely worth it in the long run. Their longevity means you are not visiting the florist weekly.

7. The Best of Both Worlds

You don't have to pick and choose between the two. A combination solution lets you benefit from the new look of seasonal flowers alongside the stability and reliability of dried designs. You can add a few fresh flowers into a dried base for a great centerpiece. 

For example, mixing dry hydrangeas and dry leaves will form a dynamic bouquet.

It's obviously up to you whether you have fresh flowers or dry flowers as they have their advantages and disadvantages. Understanding what each offers helps you make the decision. Your style goals, and the time and money you can invest will determine the flowers of your home.