“We might think we are nurturing our garden, but of course it’s our garden that is really nurturing us”
Health Benefits
Physical Health
Plants assist in humidity and temperature control, and also reduce dust levels. A plant’s soil microbes, and root system are effective at removing hazardous volatile organic compounds such as benzine and formaldehyde from the air and also absorb carbon-dioxide and viruses exhaled by humans through a process called phytoremediation.
Occupants of plant-filled environments have reported fewer coughs, fewer headaches, and less dry skin irritation.
It has been observed that plants and flowers expedite the recovery process of individuals who are recuperating from illnesses or surgeries.
Mental Health
Within a workspace plants can improve productivity, enhance creativity, and decrease stress.
Gardening, has been found to be therapeutic for individuals with depression and anxiety, as well as dementia and other neurological conditions.
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Real plants can help enhance attentiveness and concentration.
Horticultural therapy, or indoor gardening, has been found to be therapeutic for individuals with depression and anxiety, as well as dementia and other conditions.
Plants and flowers can expedite the recovery process of individuals who are recuperating from illnesses or surgeries.
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/252307449_Health_Benefits_of_Gardens_in_Hospitals
Plants within the workspace improve productivity, creativity, and decrease stress.
https://journals.ashs.org/hortsci/view/journals/hortsci/42/3/article-p581.xml
Natural elements, including indoor plants, can enhance job satisfaction, commitment, and buffer the effects of job stress and anxiety.
Indoor plants help purify indoor air and remove volatile organic compounds (VOCs) through a process called phytoremediation.
Indoor plants can reduce stress levels by creating a soothing and natural environment.