Gardening is not for the faint of heart. Many of us know (either by experience, or sheer horror stories), that potting and growing plants is a daunting and consistent task. However, despite the difficulty present in growing some of these plants, not all of them are so hard to manage. The best part? Many of these easy to grow flowers double as ideal air purifying plants to grow throughout your home!
With the air quality in this day and age not necessarily up to par, it is important to keep our homes as clean and devoid of pollutants as possible. By planting some of these air purifying plants to grow, it can have huge benefits. Not only in the fact that you air is becoming cleaned and purified daily and naturally, but also in the beauty that sprouts from these buds!
Garden Mum (Chrysanthemum morifolium)
The Garden Mum is an interesting plant, both in its ease to grow, as well as the numerous air pollutants it diffuses throughout your home. This plant is inexpensive, fairly prevalent in your local gardening store, and is easy to care for. Whether you decide to plant it inside, or outside, your quality of air is sure to benefit.
Air Pollutants Removed: Formaldehyde, Benzene, Xylene, Ammonia
Spider Plant (Chlorophytum Comosum)
Another great air purifying plant to grow in your home, the spider plant gets its name from the sprouting shoots that develop and mature into more plants. Perhaps one of the easiest house plants to plant and grow, the spider plant has little sensitivity to light, and enjoys direct and bright sunshine.
Air Pollutants Removed: Xylene, Formaldehyde
Aloe Vera Plant (Aloe Vera)
You’d be hard-pressed not to already know some of the benefits of this plant. Already well-known for its anti-inflammatory and burn-healing properties, the aloe vera plant is a great one to grow in your home. It is edible, practical, and diminishes pollutants from chemical cleaners.
Air Pollutants Removed: Benzene & Formaldehyde
Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum sp.)
It’s a breeze to grow, beautiful when bloomed, and gives off an intoxicating fragrance through the summer. The peace lily, unlike the Spider Plant above, prefers to be placed in shady areas, which will help it grow to it’s peak. Also easy to find in your local gardening shop, this is a top air purifying plant to grow in your home!
Air Pollutants Removed: Ammonia, Formaldehyde, Benzene, Trichloroethylene
Bamboo Palm (Chamaedorea seifritzii)
One of the more exotic plants on the list, the bamboo palm plant has many qualities naked to the inexperienced eye. In order to grow to its potential, the bamboo plant should be placed in bright, sunny location, and watered regularly. But be careful, the bamboo can grow to nearly 12 feet in size at full bloom.
Air Pollutants Removed: Formaldehyde, Benzene, Trichloroethylene
Snake Plant (Sansevieria trifasciata)
For all you beginners out there, this one is for you! The Snake Plant (also known as the Mother-in-Law’s Tongue plant, go figure) is almost impervious to human error. Despite from needing the occasional watering, the plant can thrive in dry conditions that might not have great sunlight. The purifying qualities are also among the top on this list.
Air Pollutants Removed: Formaldehyde, Xylene, Trichloroethylene, Benzene
Conclusion
The reality is that gardening is hard work. To get the specific look and appeal that you want, may take some expertise and time. However, for those of us who may not have time to take on a new hobby, these air purifying plants to grow in your home provide a practical solution. They are easy to grow, beauties to look at, and will leave your air quality at a top-notch level! If we missed anything, let us know, we’d love to hear from you!