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BE A GREENIE: FLOWER POWER
By: Genevieve Ticlo
 One
of the best ways to go green this season is to bring
a little life to your home with live plants and
fresh flowers. Did you know that plants improve the
air quality around us, every day? By keeping a live
plant in your room, you can decrease the amount of
molds and bacteria in the air by 50%-60%! Got a huge
project due soon? Research shows that plants help
decrease stress levels, and increase productivity by
12%. Now that’s what I call “flower power”!
Growing your own little, green bundle of joy is
simple, and the results are sure to put a smile on
your face. In fact, psychologists have discovered
that fresh flowers, either given as gifts or placed
in a room, can significantly improve a person’s
mood. Sweet-smelling flowers kept in bedrooms can
also lead to happier dreams. Plus, they’re sure to
add some instant eco-chic to your bedside table or
desk.
 Want
to start right away? Potting Shed Creations (www.pottingshedcreations.com)
offers unique, biodegradable planting kits that are
greenie-approved. Even the pot itself can be
recycled! So get ready to rediscover your earthy
side with some positively pretty planting. And the
best part is, planting flowers are like giving gifts
to Mother Nature, ensuring a better, brighter future
for all of us. You go, greenie girl! |
