Growing plants in your garden and keeping plants in your house has numerous benefits! Take a look around to learn how plants can clean your air, benefit your mental health, and more.
At first glance, gardening doesn’t seem like that much of a workout. You just plant your seeds and water them every once in a while, right? Well, you know what they say: Looks can be deceiving. If you delve deep into gardening, you’ll know it’s more physically demanding than it looks. How physically demanding? That’s…
As someone who enjoys basking in the morning sun, I dread the first signs of winter, when the light fades out and the sky starts looking gloomy. Luckily, growing a garden and tending to my vegetable patch has provided some solace, and it can do the same for you. Caring for your green space is…
In recent years, the movement towards locally sourced foods and farm-to-table options has significantly increased, and for good reason. Growing your garden offers several benefits to your body, mind, and environment. As someone with a dedicated kitchen garden, I can tell you this lifestyle is doable and increasingly rewarding. Stick around as I discuss the…
For many, physical labor isn’t their definition of a good time. Thanks to automated tools and machinery, tasks can be completed without ever needing to lift a finger. But pressing a button can never replicate the satisfaction of manual work. Building, fixing, cleaning, and creating are what make us intrinsically human; they connect us to…
Did you know that your home might be hiding a dirty secret? The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) says there are 2–5 times more pollutants indoors than outdoors. Blame it on improper ventilation and our heavy use of synthetic building materials, household cleaners, and furnishings. Good thing many houseplants, which are total eye candy, can also…
Chinese Evergreens are some of the best indoor plants you can get. Their stunning colors and fascinating leaf patterns make them one of my favorites. You might have a piece or two of these beauties on your office table or living room. But have you ever wondered what other benefits the Chinese Evergreen offers apart…
Zamioculcas zamiifolia, commonly known as ZZ plant or Zanzibar Gem, is a flowering plant native to parts of Southern and Eastern Africa. The perennial plant is popular for its glossy green leaves and unique growing qualities, which makes it an excellent choice for an ornamental plant. However, the advantages of having a ZZ plant in…
Zebra plants are beautiful additions to your space due to their dark green leaves and stunning white streaks. However, they can be temperamental plants that need careful attention to thrive. If you’re on the fence about getting a Zebra plant, you might be wondering about its advantages and disadvantages to help you decide. In this…
Jade plants are some of the most popular succulent houseplants, with their vibrant green leaves and small trunks. Even if you don’t have one, chances are you’ve seen this plant before. Apart from aesthetic appeal, though, what are jade plants good for? Can they purify the air? Do they improve humidity? And are they easy…
Yucca is a hardy plant that grows in temperate, tropical, and subtropical areas. You can find any of its 40 species in the arid parts of Central and South America. In the US, yuccas are abundant in New Mexico, Colorado, Arizona, and Texas. This flower belongs to the agave subfamily, which is a branch of…