It’s back to school time! It’s time to organize the classroom, prepare the study room, and pack for college. Go through your school list again because it looks like you might be missing something. Plants.

Plants make any room look livable and pretty. They brighten up any space, and will liven up spirits. However, plants do more than just look pretty. Research shows that house plants have many health and mental benefits.

One benefit is that plants purify the air, resulting in better concentration and ultimately higher grades for students.

Indoor plants improve physical and mental health.  They increase humidity and reduce dust, resulting in fewer sore throats and coughs – as much as 30%. Plants also lessen stress in the classroom and help students stay on task for longer periods of time.

The Royal College of Agriculture in England found that attentiveness increases up to 70% when plants are in the classroom.

Here are some great plants for the classroom and others rooms that will promote healthier living and learning:

• Chinese Evergreens:  These plants will tolerant low light, so they’re perfect in a classroom setting. It has dark green leaves, or variegated leaves that look great while purifying the air.   English Gardens has two new varieties this year:  Sparkling Sarah and Sapphire Susanna with hints of pink in the variegation and outer edges of the foliage.

• Spider Plants: Grow well in indirect light. According the research, this plant removes formaldehyde from the air.  It’s an interesting plant to look at with its dangling tight rosettes of arching leaves.

• Peace Lilies: Grow well in low light.  They’re extremely durable.  Their beautiful, white flowers purify the air and smell terrific. 

• Pothos: This plant is very hardy and needs some sun light to look its best. They grow vines of green or variegated foliage that trail out of the pot to make an incredible-looking plant for the classroom or dorm.

• Gerbera Daisy: This is a great plant with cheery flowers to liven up learning. Plus, they remove carcinogens from the air. 

Start the school year refreshed! Choose from baskets to hang from the ceiling, or different sizes from tabletop to floor plants.  Plus, we have decorative containers that will complement any décor.  

Come in to any English Gardens store to find an tropical foliage plants to improve your education experience!