How to Bring the Benefits of Nature into Your Office:
Plants@Work | July 6–10

Learn how interior plants can improve employee well-being, support productivity, and create a more inviting workplace.

Plants at Work Week is an annual campaign celebrated each July since 2012 to raise awareness of the many advantages plants bring to workplace environments. The initiative was established by plants@work, a UK-based non-profit organization that has represented the interior landscaping industry since 2001.

Plants at Work Week is the perfect opportunity to refresh existing plant displays and introduce greenery into new areas. Beyond adding visual appeal, indoor plants contribute to healthier, more enjoyable environments for employees and visitors.

What are the benefits of office plants?

Research consistently shows that people who spend time around plants experience a wide range of mental and physical benefits, including:

  • 20% increase in memory(1)
  • 20% increase in concentration(1)
  • 15% increase in creative thinking(2)
  • 15% increase in productivity(3)
  • 20% decrease in depression and anxiety(4)

Additionally, studies also show that plants, commercial green walls, moss walls, and other interior landscaping elements help improve air quality(5), enhance energy savings(6), stabilize moisture(7), and soften indoor acoustics(8).

Plants can also help create a more desirable and engaging workplace experience for employees. In fact, 97% of employees would like to have more plants in the office(9). 

Ready to bring more greenery into your workplace? Here are a few considerations to help you get started.

A meeting space with perfectly placed containerized plants.

What type of plants are best for the workplace?

Indoor environments can be challenging for plants due to limited natural light, fluctuating temperatures, heavy foot traffic, and inconsistent watering. Choosing varieties that perform well in low-light conditions and require minimal upkeep can help ensure lasting success while maximizing the benefits plants provide.

Some of the most reliable workplace plants are species that tolerate low light, require minimal maintenance, and adapt well to indoor conditions, including:

  • Aglaonema
  • Dracaena
  • Ferns
  • Philodendrons
  • Palms
  • Pothos
  • Spathiphyllum
  • Succulents

For more information, view our Ultimate Guide to Indoor Plants

An open space office layout with rows of plant containers.

Where should plants be placed in the workplace?

Use greenery strategically to support productivity, creativity, and relaxation:

  • Employee workstations: Plants can help support productivity and motivation.
  • Collaboration hubs: Greenery can encourage creativity and spark conversation.
  • Quiet spaces: Plants help create calming environments where employees can recharge.
  • Lobbies and entrances: Interior landscaping creates a welcoming first impression while supporting wayfinding.
  • Lounges and break areas: Plants can promote relaxation and positive emotions.

Have fun with the design process. The possibilities are virtually endless!

Partner with a professional for office plant maintenance services

Your brand has a unique personality, and your plants should reflect that. An experienced interior landscaping professional can help you source high-demand plants that align with your vision for the look and feel of your space, whether it’s classic, cosmopolitan, funky, or minimalist.

Professional services also help ensure your plants are meticulously maintained through consistent watering, trimming, dusting, and pest control, helping to prolong the lifespan of your plants and make your investment worthwhile.

At Ambius, we take pride in offering plants that exceed all industry standards for health, beauty, and longevity. We maintain strong partnerships with top growers and are the only interior landscaping in the country to dedicate additional time to cultivating plants in state-of-the-art greenhouse facilities located in South Florida and Southern California. Our team of horticulturists has developed unprecedented techniques and protocols that allow us to:

  • Cultivate stronger, more robust root systems to promote longevity and reduce maintenance costs.
  • Strategically shade plants in phases to acclimate them to low-light, indoor settings.
  • Enhance sustainability by optimizing water use, eliminating waste, and reducing fuel costs.
  • Carefully pack plants for transport beyond industry standards, ensuring the highest quality upon arrival and minimizing the need for replacement trips.
  • Maintain a substantial inventory to ensure a consistent supply of high-demand, premium plants, even during shortages or supply chain disruptions.

When partnering with professionals at Ambius, you can rest assured that a knowledgeable and passionate team is working hard to bring you the highest quality nature-inspired designs for your business.

Ambius office with view of living green wall and amazing window views.

Celebrate Plants at Work Week: Share Your Plant Success Story

Don't miss the opportunity to showcase the value you've placed on creating a greener environment. Share your plant designs on social media using the hashtag #PlantsAtWorkWeek.

Ready to create a healthier, more inspiring workplace? Contact an Ambius Designer to learn how interior landscaping can support your goals.

 

 

SOURCES

  • 1 International System for Agricultural Science and Technology: Ornamental plants in work environments and their effect on employees.
  • 2 Journal of Experimental Psychology: Relative benefits of green versus lean office space
  • 3 Texas A&M University / Cision: Study Connects Employee Productivity, Well Being To Office Design 
  • 4 National Library of Medicine: Does greenery experienced indoors and outdoors provide an escape and support mental health during the COVID-19?
  • 5 National Library of Medicine: Mitigation of common indoor air pollutants using plant-based methods
  • 6 U.S. Department of Energy: Thermal comfort and satisfaction at workplaces
  • 7 MDPI: Viability of Living Moss for Indoor Green Walls 
  • 8 Science Direct: Evaluation of green walls as a passive acoustic insulation system for buildings
  • 9 Department of Landscape Architecture: Effects of Indoor Plants on Self-Reported Perception