Plant Friends

Over the last few years plants have become on trend in the interior design world. Not just oversized vases with beautiful bouquets of pinks, whites and fresh greenery but plants of all sorts are making there way into the home. It isn’t just some hipster fad! Several studies have shown that plants having health benefits.

From reducing stress and anxiety, to cleaning the air in a space and increasing cognitive skills. That’s two more point for plants over a cup of coffee. Studies from Texas A&M University also showed that plants transform a space into feeling “more welcoming and upscale”. Already convinced but not sure which plant is right for you?

Indoor plants come in endless varieties. In general selecting plants that add color to accent your decor, create the vibe your looking for are great places to start. If your looking for plants with additional benefits like air cleaning capabilities consider:

• Aloe Vera

• Bamboo Palm

• Snake Plant 

• Golden Pothos

• Chrysanthemum

• Red-edged Dracaena

• Weeping Fig

• Azalea

• Heart Leaf Philodendron

• Spider Plant

• Peace Lily

If you have pets or small children, check with your local retailer before buying plants to ensure they won’t put your loved ones in harms way. If you want to “nerd out” check out this article by ProFlowers - 199 Posionous Plants to Look Out For. Now go grab a super cute pot and add some new plant friends to your space!