Use Plant Power to sell more

Whilst Blue Monday may have brought out a flurry of press releases about how plants can beat stress, truth is they work all year round and thier healing properties should never be ignored or underated and as a selling tool is a seriously strong message.

Because studies show that plants can provide some mental health benefits and that constantly seeing and being around plants help us feel more calm and relaxed. In addition caring for them can also reduce stress levels and boost our mood.

With this in mind William Mitchell at Sutton Manor Nursery has put together a list of the best houseplants to help with stress explaining; “Research has shown plants in the home can reduce tension in people by almost 40%.  Based on our experience the following plants are cost effective and great for beginners.

• Aloe Vera - Praised for its anti-inflammatory properties, plus, it helps remove harmful chemicals from the air and can help reduce anxiety. 

• Areca Palm - The Areca palm is a very popular air-purifying plant. This easy to care for plant is proven to remove harmful toxins from the air that affects the health of people. Therefore, this plant helps to lower anxiety levels and blood pressure, which in turn helps us to calm our mental and physical state thus protecting us from falling sick.

• Lavender - The plant's fragrance is believed to help reduce stress, anxiety and possibly even mild pain so having this plant around in your home can have so many added bonuses. 

• Snake Plant - Can help improve indoor air by absorbing airborne toxic pollutants that impact your sleep, mood and energy levels. It’s the perfect low maintenance plant perfect for beginners!

• Herbs - Different herbs like rosemary can help lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol in your blood.  But also by having a basil plant in your herb box has anti-stress properties which help to relieve stress and anxiety.”