As the agency\u2019s \u201cresident plant lady\u201d I feel it is my duty to share that January 10th is known as Houseplant Appreciation Day! No, really? The day was established in 2012 by The Gardener\u2019s Network, where home gardening is their main focus. It is to remind people of the benefits of houseplants. I truly believe that anyone can grow and maintain houseplants; I have several co-workers who\u2019ve \u201ctaken the plunge\u201d. Need some more inspiration? Below is a list of some of the benefits of houseplants courtesy of Swansons Nursery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00b7 Plants like the Peace Lily and Spider plant can remove toxins from the air<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00b7 They can increase humidity and even reduce dust up to 20% by releasing water vapor<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00b7 Proximity to plants helps to improve concentration and elevate your mood<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00b7 Studies have found that when people were exposed to indoor plants in their office space, their work performance improved<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00b7 There is even scientific evidence that being around plants can reduce blood pressure and heart rate as well<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So, on this Houseplant Appreciation Day, take a moment to marvel at nature at its finest and that you played a significant part in it. Not a plant person, make this the day you go out and get started. One tip\u2026better to underwater than overwater. Now\u2026get growing!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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