As well as creating interest, plants help purify the air and lower levels of indoor contaminants to keep your team feeling healthier!
It's important to choose plants that thrive in indoor environments with moderate light and temperature.
Here are my top picks, selected for their ability to tolerate the climate and thrive indoors with minimal care:
1. Snake Plant (Sansevieria)
- Why they're great: This hardy plant is ideal for offices because it can survive in low light, requires very little water, and is virtually indestructible. It also purifies the air by removing toxins like formaldehyde. Snake plants are well-suited for temperate climates and can tolerate both warm and cooler indoor conditions.
2. ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas Zamiifolia)
- Why they're great: Another low-maintenance option, ZZ plants are drought-tolerant, adapt well to low light, and are very forgiving if you forget to water them. They also have a sleek, modern appearance. ZZ plants thrive in warm indoor environments and can tolerate humidity and occasional dryness.
3. Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum)
- Why they're great: Peace lilies are known for their air-purifying properties, especially in office spaces. They can thrive in low light and require only weekly watering... and, it's really obvious when they do need watering as they start to wilt, but bounce back quickly! The white blooms add elegance to any space. Peace lilies do well in moderate indoor temperatures and can adapt to the indoor conditions typical of offices.
4. Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum)
- Why they're great: Spider plants are hardy, resilient, and can thrive in various light conditions (from low to bright indirect light). They are also excellent at purifying the air and are safe around pets. These plants are well-suited to the mild climates and are easy to care for in an office environment, tolerating moderate temperatures and humidity.
5. Philodendron
- Why they're great: Philodendrons are low-maintenance, adaptable plants that are perfect for offices. They can thrive in low to medium light and require only occasional watering. They do well in mild, temperate to subtropical climates, making them a perfect fit for indoor office environments.
Bonus Tip:
If you're looking for a more unique or decorative option,
Ficus Elastica (Rubber Plant) and
Dracaena varieties are also great choices for these climates and will thrive in bright, indirect light, though they may need slightly more attention in terms of watering.
All of these plants are low-maintenance with the benefit of providing air purification and a natural aesthetic, improving both the physical and psychological aspects of the workspace.
