San Diego Health Care Workers Thanked With Orchids: Coronavirus

SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CA — Two horticultural companies teamed up Wednesday to give two health care centers in northern San Diego County gifts of flowering plants.

Armstrong Garden Centers and Dummen Orange gave more than 400 orchids and 100 hanging baskets to staffers at Primary Care Associates Medical Group in Vista and Villa Monticello Assisted Living Memory Care Facility for Seniors in Escondido, the companies announced.

"We really wanted to show our gratitude to the medical community in how they have all stepped up to the challenge in caring for our sick and elderly under very trying conditions," said Heather VonAllmen, a sales manager for Dummen Orange.

"Thanks to the generosity of our local partners at Armstrong Garden Centers, we can help lift the spirits of area medical personnel who are truly saving lives and providing critical care for patients battling COVID-19."

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Potential health benefits of orchids include their ability to serve as natural air purifiers and to help reduce stress by providing a calming influence and improving sleep quality, according to representatives of the companies.

"We wanted to say thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff that are selflessly serving our communities and provide a bright spot for patients," said Desiree Heiman, vice president of marketing for Armstrong Garden Centers. "May these flowers brighten the day of those that need it the most today and in the future."

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