Plants are good for you both physically and mentally.
This is a scientifically proven truth that, lets face it, we all knew already.
The mental benefits are largely as a result of the physical ones.
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We feel less anxious if we know we are healthier.
The increase in oxygen also helps to reduce anxiety.
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The Monstera Deliciosa is more beneficial to mental wellbeing than physical and that is down to its aesthetics.
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This plant only needs watering every week.
If you put your finger into the soil and the first inch is dry, water it!
They dont need a lot of light, so they are good for slightly darker rooms.
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House plants are easy, right!?
Ive always loved the idea of having a tree indoors and this is an ideal plant to achieve that.
The Fiddle Leaf Fig is a good producer of oxygen and adept at removing allergens from the air.
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It is another fairly low maintenance plant; water if the first inch of soil is dry.
Use a fertiliser once a month unless its winter.
They do need a fairly light position, although not direct sunlight.
It is also an especially good humidifier.
As demonstrated in the photo above, this plant would work well in a bathroom, overhanging the bath.
Use a time-release fertiliser once in the Spring.
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These little guys are great for small spaces or a space-saving vertical garden.
Succulents are probably the hardest of the lot to look after.
For in-depth information on growing succulents indoors I would rather point you to Cassidy Tuttle atSucculents & Sunshine.
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She has a great website dedicated to the subject and you will definitely find the information you need there.
For some great ideas of how to house your succulents check out my15 Stunning Succulent Planter Ideaspost.
Rubber plants are another of the air purifying avengers.
You only need to increase the pot size by an inch or so.
you might also get creative with the hanging basket itself.
Perhaps a glass or white ceramic bowl held up by a macrame plant hanger.
Right now there is a big upturn in popularity for them.
Probably Pinterest related, yeah, definitely Pinterest related.
I really like larger Cactus plants for a bit of impact.
People have even been known to befriend their Cactus (who would do such a thing!?).
To look after your Cactus you better be mindful of watering.
You should be using a special Cactus soil which you will be able to get from your garden centre.
Fertilise sparingly and keep in a bright place, but not in direct sun if they are small.
Give the leaves a wipe down monthly to allow them to breathe, especially the larger-leafed ones.
Keep an eye out for pests as these will quickly ruin your plant if left unchecked.
Just check when you are buying your plants about this as it varies by varieties.
Get Stuck In!
I always think of indoor plants as the beginners garden.
This is your chance to be green fingered!
Why not get stuck in and really make it one of your passions.
Grow that Cactus from a tiddler to a titan!
Impress your friends with the length of your String of Pearls!
