Dear plant lover,
Houseplants not only clean the air; they also reduce noise and stress levels. Studies have proven that indoor plants improve productivity and concentration (by up to 15percent!) and boost your mood – what makes them perfect for not just your home but your workspace, too.
At work, especially plants with broad leaves will help regulate humidity and increase levels of positivity – watching plants grow and seeing nature help us feel calmer and more relaxed during the day. Indoor plants serve a practical and aesthetic purpose and will enhance our life. They also make us feel more creative and productive and ease symptoms of anxiety.
After adding plants to an office, Roger Ulrich, director of the Center for Health Systems and Design at Texas A&M said: “People’s productivity, in the form of innovation and creative problem solving, improved, which in certain circumstances could mean the difference between mild and great business success.” He also said that even the simple act of watering plants can help the workers feel relaxed. “It gives workers a break from the mundane and allows them to come back to tasks more refreshed, focused and ready to complete their work.”
Different studies have found that plants – sent to patients in the hospital – help improve mood by lowering anxiety. Plants boost health and wellness in the following ways:
- People surrounded by plants may have lower blood pressure
- Workplace plants boost focus and help workers being productive
Best Indoor Plants to Spark Happiness
Lavender contains the terpene linalool which instantly brings a sense of calm. Therefore, it is a perfect plant to grow indoors, allowing the natural aroma to infuse your space.
A small herb garden can fill a kitchen with aromatherapy benefits while upgrading fresh meals.
Miniature citrus trees not only produce fruits. The citrus scent helps freshen the space and promote feelings of vibrancy and energy.
Growing Plants can also Improve Mood
Most gardeners are happy and calm people, not only because they get close up to nature. It is also therapeutic, experts say. Dr. Benjamin Rush (died 1813 at age of 67 years), who was known as the Father of American Psychiatry, was the first expert who recognizes and documents the power of gardening on those with mental illness. This shows that the power of plants was already recognized way back, and it is possible to continue to experience similar health benefits in the modern as well. Furthermore, some researches by the Nasa suggested that houseplants can remove up to 87% of air toxin in 24 hours. Isn’t that amazing?
If you do not have a green thumb, start with easy plants like Pothos and succulents, as I already mentioned. You do not need to turn your space as green as Summer Rayne Oakes in my #8 blog post. A few plants in each room will reduce anxiety, boost your productivity and improve your satisfaction. Do I need to say more?
Lovely greetings,
Pauline
Planthoarding 