Green Plants are Eco Green - Did you Know?

The air within our homes is significantly more polluted than the environment outside, according to an growing body of scientific evidence. In fact, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ranks indoor air pollution-which originates from many conventional building materials and cleaning solvents-as one of the top five threats to public health.

A 1989 NASA study (PDF) unearthed one unlikely candidate for counteracting trace organic pollutants in the air: The common houseplant. Golden pothos and philodendrons, for instance, practically hoover formaldehyde (found commonly in particle board and foam insulation) out of the surrounding air, while flowering plants such as chrysanthemums and gerbera daisies can neutralize benzene, a toxic industrial solvent. Other potted pals with potential are areca palm, corn plant, golden pothos, and Spath (peace Lily). All are easy to grow indoors, require little light, and are hardworking air scrubbers.

Houseplants are our often-overlooked helpers in ridding the air of pollutants and toxins, counteracting outgassing and contributing to balanced internal humidity.

It is suggested that one plant should be allowed for approximately
10 square yards of floor space, assuming average ceiling heights
of 8 to 9 feet. This means that you need two or three plants to
contribute to good air quality in the average domestic living
room of about 20 to 25 square yards.

Although many plants like light, they do not all have to be placed near windows. Many indoor plants originated in the dense shade of tropical forests and have a high rate of photosynthesis. These are ideal for the home and can be placed in darker corners. When positioning plants, try to strike a balance between light and ventilation because the effect of plants on indoor air pollution appears to be reduced if they are set in a draft.

Caring for plants, like petting a cat or walking a dog, also lowers stress and blood pressure. Having green and blooming plants around during these cold gray months comforts and helps prevent the winter blues.

Plants are also an integral part of any interior design. They add a source of vitality, freshness and allow spaces to look finished. Have you ever watched those interior design shows and competitions on TV? Invariably, you see the designers use plants as a finishing touch.

Here is a list of popular green plants, so if your home seems a little bare since putting the Christmas decorations away? The spot vacated by your Christmas tree could be a great place for a live green plant or tree.
* Areca palm
* Reed palm
* Dwarf date palm
* Boston fern
* Janet Craig dracaena
* English ivy
* Australian sword fern
* Peace Lily
* Rubber plant
* Weeping fig

Please refer to specific care instructions when you purchase any plant.

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