There are many benefits to having indoor plants in your home. Most importantly, “they make for a happy environment, help purify the air, and lighten the space,” says General Manager Kristina Haysley of Mahonia, a home decor store in the NuLu area of downtown Louisville.
Filling in gaps and dark corners can help brighten a space and add a pop of color that can complement any room. The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) suggests easy to care for plants for
older adults, like the ZZ plant (pictured back right) and the Pothos (front left). Both thrive in low-light and require minimal care.
Story and photos by Melissa Donald
P.S. Enhancing greens in your diet is beneficial too. Check out this awesome recipe, which includes a mix of different greens.
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