Now that I have been able to keep a few plants alive, I cannot get enough. I’m sure it has a lot to do with finding plants that are pretty hard to murder, and moving to a climate that succulents thrive in. I’ll take it either way.

I don’t typically like a lot of things on shelves that don’t serve a purpose, it just seems like a lot of extra crap to have to dust, and pack if you move. Plants have become my exception because it turns out that I really enjoy them, they actually seem to make me less stressed but I don’t even know how to quantify that.

They improve air quality by lowering carbon dioxide levels and increase humidity which is great in the winter. They are also great at lowering background noise from busy streets (soooo fill that window ledge with plants).

Here are a few of my personal faves, some of these also contain affiliate links which help keep Hennai going.

Inspired yet? Ready to bring a little life into your house and see if it brings you a little extra sense of calm? At some point I may need a plant intervention, but for now I will keep bringing more little friends home.

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