If there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s how absolutely bloomin’ appealing plants are. Not only do they make our world an infinitely more aesthetically pleasing place, but plants also have a myriad of additional well-being benefits. Whether in an emotional, physical or medicinal capacity, humans have harnessed the extraordinary healing superpowers of plants since time immemorial.
Cultivating plants not only brings joy but genuine benefits to your life. Whether you have a cute-as-a-button postage stamp-sized backyard garden, a sprawling spread of shrubs, blooms, and buds, or a family allotment you’re chuffed with – chances are you’re fascinated about how plants can improve our health. To kick off your horticultural health and wellness journey, check out these greenhouses for some sensational solutions.
Perfectly purifying both inside and out
Air pollution is one of the problems many urban dwellers face. Whether outside or inside your home, you’re never sure if the air circulating inside your house is the best quality for you and your family. Plants can assist with maintaining clean air flowing through your home.
Placing air-purifying plants inside your home is the ideal economical solution to protect your family against harmful chemicals and gases. Plants absorb these gases and create fresh air or oxygen, which your body needs to function optimally. According to an article in Good Housekeeping, during photosynthesis, plants convert the carbon dioxide we exhale into fresh oxygen and remove toxins from the air we breathe.
According to research conducted by NASA, several popular houseplants, such as Bamboo Palm and English Ivy, can diffuse toxic chemicals, including benzene, formaldehyde, and trichloroethylene.
Some evergreen purifying house plants you can consider are:
- Dracaena (dragon plants)
- Monstera
- Rubber Plants
- Aloe Vera
- Parlour Palms
- The attractive Peace Lily is a superb choice for producing oxygen and purifying the air in your home. They also help with improved sleep and relaxation.
- Spider Plants (Chlorophytum comosum) add a pop of fresh, green colour to your home and have incredible air-purifying qualities that'll help eliminate a