Plants add life and vibrancy to our homes and gardens, but some are more than meets the eye. From Lavender to Lemongrass, Rosemary to Aloe Vera, healing plants can do wonders for our wellbeing, emotion and the environment around us.
Did you know that Peace Lillies help filter the air in your home? Or that Boston Ferns can help to humidify the air in your home and remove harmful pollutants?
To help you add healing plants to your environment, Flymo created the infographic below that explains all–with some top tips on how to grow these twelve plants for yourself– along with a little bit of folklore on each for good measure. For example, Native Americans call Aloe Vera “The Wand of Heaven”. Did you know that?
Often, a picture is worth a thousand words. The creators of this handy infographic looked at favorite outdoor and indoor plants renowned for improving both our health and our homes and chose twelve super species that could actively improve your health and wellbeing. They compiled them into a neat cheat sheet where you can learn to grow them yourself! Check out the chart below to help you look after your healthy new inhabitants.
12 Plants for Improving Your Health & Home, courtesy of Flymo
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