Did you know Friday was National Houseplant Appreciation Day? There are dozens of studies that show that having houseplants are good for us! They do help “clean” the air in our homes–although, the more the better. One or two little pots of philodendron won’t do as much as a lot more plants.
Plants Improve Emotional Wellbeing
Studies have shown that plants can affect our attitudes and our outlook. Research was done by the American Society for Horticulture Science that showed that a lot of people who were successfully taking care of plants found it improved their quality of life. This may be because of the sense of accomplishment involved. Doing somethings ourselves boosts our confidence.
It helps us to notice things around us that are living and growing. We are social beings and connecting with nature is good for us–it promotes relaxed mental health.
Let’s Improve Your Indoor Air
We all know how dry indoor air is–outdoor air has humidity levels much higher. Now super high humidity can certainly make outdoor air uncomfortable, but dry indoor air can also have negative effects. Increasing humidity levels indoors can help reduce dust inside. Good humidity can keep airways moist, reducing itchy eyes and dry noses and throats. It can even help reduce allergy and asthma symptoms. A nice collection of indoor plants can raise your humidity levels inside.
What I Enjoy About My Indoor Plants
Emotionally, is where I notice the biggest difference–the beauty of a fresh green plant, the sense of accomplishment you feel when a new leaf appears, the beauty of that first flower on a peace lily or the sense of wonder at how that philodendron has grown so much it’s almost touching the floor!
Right now I’m appreciating all the greenery in my house. My amaryllis (which I time to bloom mid-January instead of at Christmas) are just budding up. Every time I walk in my front door, I find my gaze going to the table in front of the window to see how they are. And everytime I go upstairs I go into my spare room (the sunniest spot I have) to see how the citrus are holding up–I’m still waiting for that first ripe Meyer lemon (do you know it can take 9 months for them to ripen?)
Let’s Add Some Indoor Plant Goodness to Your Home
So come in and let us help you select something to look forward to when you walk in your house.