A little green helps clean

Adding houseplants to your inside living space is both beautiful and healthy.  Houseplants require indirect lighting, so make sure that they are placed near a window.  Studies show that using plants in interior spaces decreases the incidence of dry skin, colds, sore throats and dry coughs. 

Plants also remove toxins from the air - up to 87 percent of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) every 24 hours, according to NASA research.  For air purification, use 15 to 18 plants in 6 to 8-inch diameter pots for an 1,800-square-foot house.  That's about one large plant every 100 square feet or two smaller plants (4 to 5-inch pots).  Here are some ideas for placing plants in and around your home.

Have a good rest of the week.
Imelda