For the Love of Plants
- Pamela Land
- 23 hours ago
- 2 min read
Biophilia
Humans have always been strongly attracted to, relied on, and fascinated with the natural world. Biophilia, which means "love of life," refers to the idea that this interest in and connection with nature arises from an inherent, biological need to engage with other forms of life, such as animals and plants.
Greenery and plants to enhance our homes and workspaces became popular during the pandemic, especially among those with limited outdoor space.
Bring the outdoors in
Does a long walk in the fresh air or the countryside lift your spirits?
We all know the benefits of nature and gardening for our well-being, but how do we incorporate them into our daily lives? By caring for houseplants and using them to decorate your home, you can bring the essence of the outdoors into your home.
Add some style
Adding some greenery to our homes or offices adds style and helps elevate our well-being. The beauty of plants in your home is not only aesthetic; plants are also known to purify the air and help you feel connected to nature indoors. Houseplants can help elevate our mood, so there is no better time to add a plant or two to your living space.
The peace lily prefers a shady spot, making it a great choice to brighten up empty corners of your home.
For the love of plants
Endless options are available at garden centres and nurseries that look great in bathrooms, living rooms, conservatories, and more.
Popular indoor plants are the Money Plant, Kentia Palm, Snake Plant, Peace Lily, Monstera, and English Ivy. Even the humble spider plant is making a comeback—it was popular with my Mother's generation and so easy to care for.
Devil's Ivy (Pothos) thrives best in bright, indirect light. Although it does well in a pot on a shelf or table, it also looks lovely cascading from a hanging basket.
Snake Plant
This hardy houseplant is an excellent option for new plant parents, as it requires little watering and tolerates neglect well.
English and Japanese Ivy are personal favourites, and they look great hanging in bathrooms or from a shelf. Another great alternative is an indoor Fern plant—these add some drama and thrive best with plenty of indirect sunlight, so they are best placed in areas with lots of natural light.
Plants can help reduce stress, lower heart rate and blood pressure, and enhance productivity, creativity, and self-reported well-being. The Swiss cheese plant looks fabulous as a hanging plant.
Purifying the air
Poor indoor air quality can sometimes occur in our homes, causing headaches and fatigue. Ideal indoor plants for improving air quality are the Peace Lily, Boston Fern, and Spider Plant.
Don't forget to water and feed your plants - for the best care and advice, check the label, and for more information, please see the links below:
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