Bring The Outdoors In Guest Blogger: Katie McDonald

In Touch With Nature

Studies have shown that when we get in touch with nature, we reduce mental fatigue and stress, while also increasing both self-esteem and relaxation. Brief exposure to nature has also been known to evoke an unconscious calming effect.

Breathe In

Plants in the home don’t only just provide a fresh aesthetic but reduce indoor air pollution. They absorb harmful toxins, breaking them down into gentle by-products, and storing them in their soil to use later for food.

Not much says welcome more than a beautiful hanging plant at your front entrance. If that isn’t enough, they require very little attention. They don’t require much watering, trimming or fertilizing unlike many garden plants.

Get Creative

You can even get creative with it, maybe put a plant in a pretty pot and decorate an empty counter by adding some fresh ambience to the area. You can make any awkward space a beautiful, green mini garden that is full of life. So go out and get creative!

Maybe get a spider, aloe vera or snake plant. Some more options would maybe be a peace lily plant, chrysanthemum or bamboo palm plants and add some life to your home.