Many people (including myself) love having plants around us in our daily lives. Whether it’s a big leafy plant or a small succulent, plants are believed to have many benefits. And here are some I find the most interesting.

Studies show that having plants at home or in your workspace help to sooth and comfort you. They could possibly reduce both physiological and psychological stress.

It has been proven that we are more productive with plants around, studies show that students worked 12% faster with plants in the room. A study done in 2007 shows that people with plants took less days off and were more productive at work. So, If I keep plants in my bedroom, does that mean I will get my homework done faster???

Plants are used to improve the quality of indoor air and having many plants in a room can have the same air purifying abilities as modern air filtering technology, so instead of having a noisy machine in your room have some decorative plants!

You feel a sense of accomplishment and pride, because if you accept thing as yours and they do well your proud, the same thing goes for plants. (If you keep them alive of course)

If you are interested in getting some plants, these are a few recommended for keeping in your bedroom.

English ivy - can go 1-2 weeks without water, thrive in all lighting, fast growing, lovely to keep in hanging baskets

Peace lily - can brighten up any room quickly, they thrive in high/low light areas, their white flowers last for weeks on end.

Aloe vera - needs a bright spot but can go without water for a few weeks, the gel inside their leaves can heal cuts and sunburn quickly and cheaply.

Bonus fact!

Did you know that medical clinics in Manchester, England are now “prescribing” potted plants to patients with depression or anxiety symptoms?