How to bring nature indoors to counteract the blue feeling

How to Bring Nature Indoors to Counteract the Blue Feeling

There are many ways that people without gardens or living in apartments can bring more nature into their homes. Some ideas include: 

Container gardening. This involves growing plants in pots, containers, or other vessels that can be placed on balconies, patios, or indoors. Container gardening is an excellent option for people with limited space, as it allows you to grow a wide variety of plants using relatively small containers.

Green/living walls. A green wall is a vertical surface covered in plants. Green walls can be created using various methods, including hydroponics or soil-based systems. They can be used to create a living wall of plants inside or outside of a home.

You can read more on living walls in our article here: https://blog.fantasticservices.com/how-do-you-build-an-indoor-living-wall/ 

Indoor plants. There are many types of indoor plants that can thrive in the limited light and space available in an apartment. Some examples include pothos, snake plants, and philodendrons.

Aquariums. Fish tanks and aquariums can add a touch of nature to any home. In addition to the visual appeal of an aquarium, caring for fish can be a relaxing and rewarding hobby.

Terrariums. A terrarium is a small, enclosed ecosystem that can be created using a glass container and a variety of plants and other materials. Terrariums are a great way to bring a little bit of nature into a small space.

Bird feeders. Attracting birds to your home can be a fun and rewarding way to bring nature into your living space. There are many types of bird feeders available, ranging from simple feeders that can be hung from a window to more complex setups that can be placed in a backyard or on a balcony.

Natural lighting. Increasing the amount of natural light in your home can help to create a more natural, inviting space. This can be achieved through the use of windows, skylights, and other types of natural lighting sources.

Overall, there are many ways to bring nature into your home, even if you don’t have a garden or live in an apartment. The key is finding the best approach for your space and interests.

Why should someone consider adding plants to their apartment?

Plants help us breathe

It’s no secret that plants improve the air quality we breathe. They bless us with nice fresh air by absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen. By playing a role in our physical health, they also influence our mental health as well. Healthy body, healthy mind, as the saying goes. Some scented flowers like jasmine and lavender bring with them extra benefits aside from improved air quality. Their smell has been proven to lower anxiety and stress and helps with getting some good shut-eye.

Caring for houseplants releases happy chemicals

Engaging in an active hobby makes you happier. This is probably known to most people. Well, the same goes for looking after houseplants. The process behind this happiness stems from happy chemicals being released in your brain. These happy chemicals, called endorphins, help battle anxiety and depression. Therefore having a fun, green hobby can do wonders for your mental health.

Beauty influences us internally

This one is pretty self-explanatory. People are happier when they’re surrounded by aesthetically pleasing living things. Aside from that, being in the presence of pretty flowers can boost your productivity, especially if they’re bright-coloured once. There’s a reason why office workers do a more efficient job when there are plants around the office.

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