At AP Group, we love having some indoor plants around the office and have even recently installed an indoor herb garden. It wasn’t until we looked a little further into it that we realised that there are some not-so-obvious benefits to introducing some greenery to your working environment that we wanted to share.
While having plants in the office is not ground-breaking, their impact on productivity, creativity, and employee well-being is often underestimated.
Picture this: a vibrant jungle of greenery adorning desks, shelves, and corners, breathing life into the sterile atmosphere of corporate spaces. Beyond their ornamental appeal, these green companions are silent catalysts for a workplace revolution.
Here are some of the other underestimated benefits of having a variety of indoor plants in your office:
Boosting Productivity
Employers often resort to complex strategies involving technology, workflow optimisation, and team-building exercises for heightened productivity. However, these strategies can be complimented with solutions as simple as potted plants.
Research conducted by the University of Exeter found that introducing plants into office environments increased productivity by up to 15%. The presence of greenery not only enhances air quality but also reduces stress levels and boosts concentration. As a result, employees experience improved focus and efficiency in their tasks.
Nurturing Creativity
Innovation thrives in environments that stimulate the mind and awaken the senses. Plants are natural catalysts for creativity with their organic shapes and soothing hues.
A study published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology: Applied revealed that offices adorned with plants witnessed a 45% increase in creative ideation. Nature’s calming effect fosters a conducive atmosphere for brainstorming sessions and problem-solving.
Fostering Well-Being
Employee well-being is the cornerstone of a thriving workplace culture. Beyond the tangible benefits of productivity and creativity, plants contribute to employees’ holistic wellness.
Greenery has been linked to reduced absenteeism and improved job satisfaction. Caring for plants instils a sense of responsibility and nurtures mindfulness among employees, promoting a healthier work-life balance.
Encouraging Healthy Eating Habits
Introducing edible plants like herbs and lettuce into the office environment are also a great idea and can offer multifaceted advantages. Beyond enhancing the workspace aesthetics, herbs such as basil and mint can introduce some nice natural scents and encourages employees to incorporate fresh flavours into their meals. Compact and easy to grow, lettuce and other greens can provide a convenient source of nutritious snacks, promoting healthier eating habits.
Cultivating a Green Culture
Embracing the green office revolution goes beyond mere decoration; it signifies a shift towards a more sustainable and employee-centric approach to workplace design.
Encouraging employees to personalise their workspaces with plants enhances morale and fosters a sense of ownership and belonging.
We think it’s such a bonus that incorporating plants into the office transcends mere aesthetics; it cultivates a thriving work environment and improves productivity, creativity, and employee well-being.
So, why wait? Give the green revolution a go in your office. Start small with a couple of plants and before you know it, you’ll have plants in every corner of every room.
Happy growing!
Written by Elizabeth Liew, Senior Administrator AP Group
AP Group are the leading pharmacy experts in Australia and specialise in helping buyers find the right pharmacy and attaining the best legal advice to support their purchase.
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About the author:
Organised is Elizabeth’s middle name. Not really, but we think it should be. A lover of mystery novels, travel and beaches, Elizabeth is an essential piece to the AP Group puzzle. She offers administrative support in all areas — working closely with the sales, finance and legal teams, as well as with our clients.
Adaptable, courteous and hardworking, Elizabeth has had a varied and exciting career — including working in Asia for an international airline, a trade magazine publishing company and an event management company. After moving back to Australia in 2015, she completed a Diploma in Leadership and Management, then spent the next 6 years growing her skillset and assisting a range of companies with back-office administration duties.
Today, she brings unrivalled communication, organisation and enthusiasm to the AP Group team and clients. Her names often referred to in the context of “Elizabeth will know.”