A little slice of nature sitting on your desk or dresser provides a daily dose of happiness.
Researchers at the University of Nevada recently confirmed that caring for houseplants can reduce stress and increase life-satisfaction. They invited a group of individuals to four interactive agriculture classes, then sent a plant home with each attendee. Interviews at the end of the study showed that the participants felt an expanded sense of peace in their lives, and better health, after raising their potted pals. In addition, the photosynthetic nature of plants improves air quality. A pretty sweet deal, altogether!
Whether you adopt a plant in your neighborhood or nurture a new one from seed, a green, growing thing is positive and life-affirming. The simple act of watering, trimming, and admiring a plant generates well-being. For best results, give your plant a name (such as George or Tubby), and sing to it on a daily basis.
If you’ve never taken responsibility for another living creature, start with a spider plant, rubber plant, or snake plant. Though the names may be daunting, these beauties will grace your space (and they are death-resistant).
Learn more at http://hubpages.com/hub/A-Beginners-Guide-to-Houseplants
Researchers at the University of Nevada recently confirmed that caring for houseplants can reduce stress and increase life-satisfaction. They invited a group of individuals to four interactive agriculture classes, then sent a plant home with each attendee. Interviews at the end of the study showed that the participants felt an expanded sense of peace in their lives, and better health, after raising their potted pals. In addition, the photosynthetic nature of plants improves air quality. A pretty sweet deal, altogether!
Whether you adopt a plant in your neighborhood or nurture a new one from seed, a green, growing thing is positive and life-affirming. The simple act of watering, trimming, and admiring a plant generates well-being. For best results, give your plant a name (such as George or Tubby), and sing to it on a daily basis.
If you’ve never taken responsibility for another living creature, start with a spider plant, rubber plant, or snake plant. Though the names may be daunting, these beauties will grace your space (and they are death-resistant).
Learn more at http://hubpages.com/hub/A-Beginners-Guide-to-Houseplants
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