If you are stuck in an office for 8 hours a day, 5 days a week, you may feel that you are losing touch with the outside world. Having plants in your office can bring the outdoors in and transform your workspace into a more peaceful, calming and attractive place. So, we have done some research to find the best office plants.
What are the benefits of office plants?
1. Improve indoor air quality
Simply introducing 1 plant for every 3 employees can improve air quality within the office.
Office plants can reduce the amount of dust in the office by up to 20%. An office is full of artificial toxins produced by plastics, paint, furniture, carpets and certain cleaning products; having plants in the office will significantly reduce the amount of toxins.
2. Reduce stress
Did you know that introducing plants into your office can actually reduce stress?
A study conducted in 2010 showed that having just one plant per workspace lifts employees' mood and promotes well-being and performance. Office plants create a more interesting, colourful and relaxing environment.
3. Increase productivity
Psychologists have found that introducing plants into work areas increases employee productivity by up to 15%.
Numerous studies have shown that fewer mistakes are made and tasks are completed more quickly when plants are present.
4. Make the environment more comfortable
As we spend most of the day in an office environment, we want to make sure that we are comfortable.
Office plants not only improve the office environment for employees, but also create a more welcoming space for clients.
Which plants are best for an office environment?
Keeping plants in an office environment requires some thought due to certain environmental factors, such as air conditions and the long periods when the office is empty.
Avoid ending up with a sad plant graveyard on your office desk by choosing plants that will thrive in these conditions. Here are our top office plant picks that will make excellent additions to your desk.
1. Spider plants
The spider plant is an excellent low-maintenance office plant with vibrant green and white stripes that looks particularly attractive in a hanging pot.
2. Aloe
You will only want one of these plants if your office receives plenty of sunlight. However, if you regularly forget to water your plants, this is an excellent choice: it can go for weeks without water.
3. Peace lily
The peace lily is a popular office plant because it does not need much light or daily watering. It is known for purifying the air, helping to remove toxins and creating a more pleasant working environment.
4. Pothos
This vivid green plant can brighten up a dull office desk and looks particularly attractive in a hanging basket. The plant requires low to medium light and needs watering once a week.
5. Cactus
You can always rely on a cactus to survive in your office; just make sure it is kept out of reach and does not become a health and safety hazard.
Did you know? A cactus is one of the few plants that thrives on neglect. Commonly found in harsh, dry deserts, it is the perfect office plant for the most forgetful office workers, as it can go for long periods without water. However, cacti prefer brighter light, so if you are lucky enough to have a window next to your desk, they will thrive.
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