Allergic to Flowers? What Allergy Friendly Flowers to Send?

Flower lovers are prone to allergic attacks, especially during the allergy season. There are specific types of flowers and plants that trigger allergic reactions in some people. When spring season begins, allergy season also starts to affect them. If you are sending flower gifts to someone that has allergic reaction to flowers, there are varieties of flowers that are naturally hypoallergenic. Ask your florist for the best recommendation or consider the following flowers:

 

• Hydrangeas

Hydrangeas are free from pollen, thus they are hypoallergenic. If you want to send a flower bouquet that can add fullness and elegance to the table, you will never go wrong choosing the flowers of Hydrangeas. Aside from its fullness, these flowers are also safe for flower lovers who have allergy on flowers. Ask your florist for a beautiful design and color combination to send based on the occasion, event, or message. Even home gardeners prefer this type of flowering plant in their garden or landscape because of its beautiful colors and blooms and because it is pollen-free.

 

• Roses

Roses are another option for those who love flowers but not the allergy. The flowers of Roses are not just bright and lovely, but they are hypoallergenic, too. Although Roses contain pollens, the pollens are not small enough that air can carry through and cause irritation or allergic attack to people. Because of this, they are a perfect choice if you wish to send the gift of flowers to your loved ones on special occasions or events.

 

• Orchids

Orchids are amazing in their colors, shapes, patterns, and longevity. In addition, they are also a type of flower that has sticky pollen, which means that the pollens are not airborne and that they will not affect people, especially those with allergic reactions to flowers. As a tropical flower, you can find a wide range of colors to suit the occasion or event.

 

• Carnations

Carnations are a wonderful choice if you are sending flower bouquets to someone who suffers a lot from flower allergy. With Carnation flowers for your gift of bouquet, you will not have to worry that the woman receiving the gift will get itchy eyes or runny nose because of allergy from flowers. The ball-like blooms have no pollen, which is why they are one of the favorite and staple flowers for people who do not like the allergy and irritation.

 

• Cactus and Succulents

Cactus and succulents are ideal when it comes to flowers that do not leave irritation, itchiness, and allergic reactions to people due to flowers. The colors and shapes of cactus and succulents are also great for interior decorations and indoor gardening purposes. If you are sending special gifts to someone on special occasions or events, these can be a meaningful gift, too. With hundreds of varieties and species of cactus and succulents, you will never run out of choices.

 

• Tulips

Tulips are bright and beautiful in a variety of colors. The tall and slender blooms look stunning and elegant, and they are pollen-free, making them a wonderful option for a fabulous bouquet to someone who suffers allergy from pollens. However, although this type of flower is hypoallergenic, it is not safe to plant them with bare hands. The experts suggest that you use gloves to avoid mild rashes and allergic reactions.

 

• Daffodils

Daffodils are hypoallergenic flowers even if they contain pollens. The pollens are not too small to become airborne and cause allergy or irritation to people. However, it is best not to touch the pollens of the flowers to avoid allergic reactions. Daffodils are attractive and appealing in its bright yellow color and they bring delight and stunning appeal to a room. They are also a lovely flower for a flower gift on any occasion.

 

• Peonies

Peonies are a type of flower that flower lovers can enjoy, even those who suffer from allergy due to pollens. The lush blooms come in a wide range of colors such as cream, pink, white, and red. These blooms are also naturally scented but not irritating. Peony bouquets are stunning. They bring delight and brightness to any room or spaces. They also provide an alternative option for those who suffer from allergy.

 

• Snapdragons

Snapdragons are hypoallergenic flowers. Although the blooms contain pollens, they are considered as low allergen flower and will not cause severe allergic reactions to those who have allergy from pollens. Snapdragons are most commonly used as a framework or structure for a flower arrangement because of the long and slender stems. They are also a practical choice for flower gifts and for decoration purposes. If you are looking for a flower bouquet that will not cause irritation or itchiness to the recipient, this one is one of the best.

 

• Iris

Iris flowers are perfect for anyone who suffers allergy from pollens. The blue blooms of Iris can be arranged in extravagant arrangement and design together with other hypoallergenic flowers or with other colors of Iris blooms. Iris comes in white, light blue, and yellow, and bicolor blooms. You can find the loveliest bouquet of Iris blooms for every occasion and event.

If you are looking for the perfect gift of flowers to send to someone who suffers from flower allergy, the types of flowers provided above are your practical choices. Your florist can give you other options, too, like live green plants or bonsai plants, instead of fresh flowers if you prefer a gift that will not cause irritation to its recipient.