Like everywhere else, Singapore is no stranger to various types of allergies. In fact, recent studies show that approximately 24 per cent of Singaporeans experience some form of allergic rhinitis, typically that which most people call seasonal allergies. This subset of allergic rhinitis is also known as hay fever and is mainly caused by the pollen from certain flowers and plants drifting in the air during certain seasons. In Singapore’s temperate climate, high pollen levels are produced seasonally and vex those suffering from allergies.
While this information may not seem to matter to you now, it will be once you decide to send someone a beautiful bouquet for any occasion. Knowing if your recipient is allergic can make the difference between your gift being well-received and appreciated or outright rejected and possibly causing harm as it triggers an allergic reaction. To ensure the latter outcome does not happen, get acquainted with the best hypoallergenic flowers to give to someone with allergies!