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a plant for every space in your house The sale of houseplants has grown considerably in the last few years - a 10-15% year on year increase since 2013 according to the RHS. It is particularly prevalent among young people - not so much as part of a décor choice but more to fulfil a desire to have something to care for and look after. For urban dwellers and workers there are also the perceived health and well-being benefits. The RHS website has the following: ‘As well as looking good, houseplants support human health in homes, offices, school and hospitals. Research suggests that the greatest benefits of indoor plants are through well-being and productivity improvement. There is discussion around their influence on indoor air quality’. If you have never had a plant in your life, having a plant at home is the perfect place to start – and there is such a lot of choice! Gone are the days of a dusty ‘mother-in-law’s tongue’ Sanseviera trifasciata or a Kentia palm Howea forsteriana waving brown fronds in distress - we have a plethora of options to suit every mood and every place in your home. My first books were on the subject of house plants and I love to have plants of all types sharing our family home. There is an enormous body of research going on at the moment into the beneficial effects of various species, how many you need to benefit either physically or mentally, what specific problems they can alleviate and which species can best tolerate the various conditions they are exposed to indoors. Lack of light, temperature fluctuations, infrequent watering - or too much watering - pity the poor indoor plant and yet for all of the privations we put them through they still flourish! As I travel around the country I see so many lovely orchids on windowsills and the moth orchid or Phalaenopsis must be present in a high percentage of British homes. These orchids are incredibly long lasting and even with the most basic care will flower again and again. You could also chose a Spathiphyllum or peace lily, a Madagascar Dragon Tree, Dracaena marginata or an English ivy Hedera helix - drape them from cupboards and bookcases, group them for more impact, have one large statement plant for a Wow factor, whatever you choose make room in your life for a plant! A Practical Guide to Growing Healthy Houseplants by Matthew Biggs www.matthewbiggs.com Quality Care 24 hours a day in an idyllic location • 24-hour Person-Centered Care • Highly trained, caring and attentive staff • Daily stimulating entertainment and activities • Home cooked, nutritional and appetizing meals • Safe and secure environment • Daily visits by District Nurses • Regular visits by Chiropodist, Hairdresser, Dentists, Opticians and GP’s • Beautiful personalized en-suite bedrooms • Respite and Long-term Care Ermington House, Ermington Nr Ivybridge, Devon PL21 0LQ Email: enquiriesermingtonhouse@outlook.com | Tel: 01548 830076 www.southhamslifestyle.co.uk | 39
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