Cut flowers that won’t give you hay fever: The ideal choice for allergy sufferers

Would you like the beauty of fresh flowers in your home, but do you suffer from hay fever? Many people with a pollen allergy think that they can’t have flowers in their home at all. But good news: there are countless beautiful cut flowers that spread little or no pollen! In this blog post, you will discover which cut flowers are ideal for people with hay fever and how you can still enjoy a colorful interior without sneezing fits.

Why do some flowers cause hay fever?

Before we look at the allergy-friendly flowers, it is important to understand why some flowers cause hay fever symptoms. The problem lies in the pollen that many flowers produce. These tiny particles are spread through the air and can trigger allergic reactions such as:

• Sneezing
• Runny nose
• Itchy or watery eyes
• Blocked nose
• Fatigue

However, not all flowers produce the same amount of pollen, and some hardly disperse them into the air.

Best Cut Flowers for Allergy Sufferers

1. Roses

Roses are at the top of the list of allergy-friendly flowers. They produce little pollen, and the pollen they do produce is heavy and sticky, making it difficult to float through the air. In addition, modern roses often have multiple petals that cover the stamens (the part that produces pollen).

Popular rose varieties without allergy risk:

• • • Spring roses
    • Avalanche roses
    • Tea roses

  2. Orchids

  Orchids are not only exotic and elegant, but also perfect for people with hay fever. Their pollen is bundled in small packets (pollinia) that do not simply end up in the air. In addition, orchids bloom for weeks, so you can enjoy these allergy-friendly beauties for a long time.

  Recommendations from the orchid family:

  • Phalaenopsis (butterfly orchid)
  • Cymbidium
  • Dendrobium

  3. Lilies (with reservations)

  Many lily species are suitable for allergy sufferers, but here is one important tip: remove the stamens! The orange/brown stamens of lilies can stain clothing and contain a lot of pollen. If you carefully remove these as soon as the flower opens, you will have a beautiful, allergy-friendly flower.

  Suitable lily species:

  • • Asiatic lilies
    • LA hybrids
    • Oriental lilies (such as the Stargazer)

  4. Tulips

  Tulips are typical Dutch flowers that are fortunately also very allergy-friendly. They produce relatively little pollen and what they do produce largely remains within the flower. In addition, tulips are available in countless colors, so there is always a variant that suits your interior.

  5. Gerberas

  These cheerful flowers not only look fantastic in a vase, but are also excellent for people with hay fever. Gerberas have relatively closed flowers that do not release pollen easily.

  6. Dahlias

  Dahlias are a beautiful addition to any bouquet and are exceptionally low in pollen. With their lush flowers and diverse colours, they are a safe and stylish choice for people with hay fever.

  7. Double-flowered sunflowers

  Regular sunflowers are not ideal for allergy sufferers, but sunflowers with double flowers (where the petals cover the pollen) are a good option.

  

  Tips for creating an allergy-friendly bouquet

  1. Choose flowers with many petals – Flowers with many petals (such as double roses) often have fewer visible stamens, which means less pollen is spread.
  2. Pay attention to flowers with visible stamens – Flowers with clearly visible stamens (such as daisies) usually produce more pollen and are better avoided become.
  3. Remove stamens where possible – For flowers such as lilies, you can carefully remove the stamens as the flower opens.
  4. Fresh is better – Fresh flowers spread less pollen than flowers that are a few days old.

  Flowers that allergy sufferers should avoid

  To complete your search for allergy-friendly flowers, it is also useful to know which flowers can cause a lot of hay fever symptoms:

  • Daisies and marguerites (many visible stamens)
  • Chrysanthemums
  • Regular sunflowers (single flowers)
  • Asters
  • Buttercups

  

  Conclusion: enjoy flowers in your home without a care in the world

  Hay fever doesn’t have to stop you from enjoying beautiful flowers in your home. With the right choice of cut flowers, such as roses, orchids, tulips and gerberas, you can create a cheerful interior without causing allergic reactions.

  Try creating a bouquet with different allergy-friendly flowers and experience the difference. You’ll be amazed at how pleasant it is to finally be able to enjoy flowers without having to sneeze all the time!

  Do you have any experiences with certain flowers and hay fever? Let us know! Feel free to share this article with friends or family members who struggle with hay fever but still want to have flowers in their home.

  Frequently asked questions about cut flowers that don’t give you hay fever

  Are there also scentless flowers for people who are sensitive to strong scents?
  Yes! Tulips, gerberas and most orchids have a very mild scent or are almost scentless.

  Can I further reduce allergic reactions?
  Certainly! Don’t put your flowers in the bedroom and change the water regularly to prevent mold growth (another common allergen).

  Are there seasons when allergy-friendly flowers are more available?
  Allergy-friendly flowers are available all year round, but the supply of tulips, for example, is greatest in the spring.

   

  If you want more inspiration, check out one of our other blogs, for example Flowers for a new home