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Usually, the closest you get to nature when working in an office is a stack of teetering paper printouts and a picture of an inspirational quote under a sunset. However, as humans, we have an innate desire to be close to the environment—a theory called "biophilia." When this need isn't met, we can end up feeling disengaged and unmotivated.
As productivity is the key to a business's success, offices must contain links to Mother Earth if they want their employees to work harder and pay more attention to tasks. Luckily, you don't need to be Apple or Google to create a wonderfully botanical workspace. Instead, quickly and effectively incorporate indoor office planters filled with foliage into your layout to bring the outdoors in without breaking the bank.
With so many colors, shapes, and sizes of pots and flora available, this guide will help you discover the secret benefits of plants in the office, where to place them, and which ones are best suited to your place of work.
From reducing the number of illnesses spread between employees to boosting moods and making people feel happier, greenery does a lot more than just make a bland space look visually compelling. Here are three of the biggest perks of including plants in your work area:
While we all know plants absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen into our atmosphere, they also work wonders cleaning other airborne contaminants and pollutants such as benzene, trichloroethylene, and formaldehyde. These nasty toxins are incredibly prevalent in offices, found in everything from photocopiers to carpets, and cause nasal irritation. By removing them, you reduce sneezing and help to halt the spread of germs.
The daily barrage of emails, deadlines, and meetings often results in staff anxiety being all too common in the workplace, impacting how we make decisions and deal with clients, as well as the overall atmosphere of the business. Decorating an office with an abundance of plants provides the same calming benefits as spending time outside. Plus, according to color psychology, green hues have a relaxing effect on the mind.
Plants are a window to the natural world, providing us with something beautiful to contemplate and allowing our brains the freedom to think. The surfaces of their leaves also soak up sound waves, reducing noise pollution so you can think clearer.
When deciding where to place your new indoor planters, the first step is to take a walk around your company's building on the lookout for corners that need brightening, desks that could do with partitioning, and empty shelves that would benefit from a bit of decoration.
Don't only limit plants to the spaces people work. Tubs of bright blooms work wonders in common areas, creating an attractive place for staff to eat lunch, hold informal conversations, and recharge after a stressful morning. Or add pots of neatly trimmed shrubs to a foyer as a way of demonstrating your eco credentials and showing that you care about employee wellbeing, wowing new clients, and impressing potential job applicants.
Similar to when you choose furniture or paint to put on your walls, take the time to find planters that fit with your brand and office aesthetic. If you feel overwhelmed by the options, your best bet is to keep shapes and colors coordinated and minimalistic. Black, white, and gray fiberglass planters look sophisticated and modern, enabling the foliage to take center stage while also being lightweight and durable. On the other hand, try to avoid vividly-hued pots and planters unless they match company colors, as they can make decor overpowering.
Although there are hundreds of thousands of plant species in the world, it can be tricky finding the ones most suited to an office environment. To get you started, here are a few of the most low-maintenance plants that are easy to keep thriving and won't grow out of control:
Available in a massive array of strange shapes, these plants are virtually armageddon-proof, and they won't complain if your resident waterer goes on holiday for a couple of weeks.
Zamioculcas zamiifolia, or as it's most commonly known, the ZZ Plant, not only adds a bold dash of green but also has sturdy stalks that can store vast amounts of water and withstand long periods of drought.
Elegant and eye-catching, according to Chinese tradition, the more stalks this type of bamboo has, the luckier it is—perfect for guaranteeing you seal that next deal. Plus, it only needs to be watered once per week and can survive in heavily shaded areas.
Incorporating plants into your office space is more than just an aesthetic choice—it's an investment in your team's well-being and productivity. By improving air quality, reducing stress, and boosting creativity, plants can transform your workplace into a thriving environment.
At Planters Etc., we offer a wide range of high-quality fiberglass planters that are perfect for any office setting. With various colors, shapes, and sizes, our planters can seamlessly fit into your office decor and bring the benefits of nature indoors.
All our planters come with an industry-leading warranty, emphasizing the commitment and value of our products.
Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you create a greener, more productive workspace.
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