Did you know plants are good for your health?
A home with plants feels brighter and more alive. Their still leaves and shifting light become a part of our daily rhythms. But beyond their beauty, houseplants bring powerful, research-backed benefits to your health, your mood, and even the air you breathe.
Breathing a Little Easier
Houseplants don’t just look good, they give back. Through photosynthesis, they take in carbon dioxide and release oxygen, refreshing the air around us.
Research shows that some plants can also reduce indoor pollutants like volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which are released by furniture, paints, and cleaning products. Studies have found measurable improvements in air quality and even positive effects on blood pressure regulation and stress reduction when plants are part of our indoor spaces.
Plants also help balance dry indoor air through transpiration — something as simple as a spider plant can lift humidity levels, making a room more comfortable and easing dryness in skin and sinuses.
The result: fresher air, healthier breathing, and a more comfortable home.
Heart, Mind & Mood: Everyday Transformations
One of the most powerful benefits of bringing plants indoors is how they affect our well-being. Research has found that spending time with plants, whether watering, pruning, or even just being near them, can:
Lower heart rate, blood pressure, and stress levels
Increase feelings of calm and relaxation
Improve focus, attention, and cognitive performance
Support mental health by reducing negative emotions and depressive symptoms
At Two Olives, we love plants, but we also believe in the power of plants! They bring joy, wellness, and a connection to nature by bringing the outside in. That’s why we’re so excited to be working on our Rooted Collection of curated plant boxes, coming soon!
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https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19930073077
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8279815/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9224521/
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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4419447/