Best Desktop Plants to Give Employees

We often discuss the benefits of installing plants in corporate work environments. While adding living walls or potted plants is a great way to improve the ambiance of your location, handing out individual desktop plants can significantly boost employee morale. Not only will the plants offer all of the advantages we’ve discussed, but giving one to each employee can help support teamwork and a sense of camaraderie in the office.

Choosing the best desktop plants for employees involves considering factors like ease of care, aesthetic appeal, and health benefits. Here’s a detailed guide to some great options:

1. Snake Plant (Sansevieria)
   Benefits: Extremely low maintenance, excellent air purifier (removes toxins like formaldehyde).
   Care: Thrives in indirect light; can tolerate neglect and infrequent watering.
2. Pothos (Epipremnum aureum)
   Benefits: Easy to grow, enhances indoor air quality.
   Care: Can thrive in low light conditions; only needs water when soil is dry.
3. ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia)
   Benefits: Very low maintenance, highly drought tolerant.
   Care: Thrives in low light; water sparingly, allowing soil to dry out between waterings.
4. Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum)
   Benefits: Air purifier, easy to propagate.
   Care: Prefers bright, indirect light; water moderately.
5. Succulents (Various types like Echeveria, Haworthia, Jade Plant)
   Benefits: Diverse shapes and colors, very drought tolerant.
   Care: Thrive in bright light; water infrequently, allowing soil to dry out completely between waterings.
   Fun Tip: Succulents add beauty and interest in so many unique ways. Bring in a wide variety of desktop succulents and let employees pick their favorite, mix and match, or trade with one another.
6. Bamboo Plant (Dracaena sanderiana)
   Benefits: Feng shui symbol of luck, easy to care for.
   Care: Thrives in indirect light; keep roots submerged in water or moist soil.
7. Air Plants (Tillandsia)
   Benefits: No soil needed, unique appearance.
   Care: Require bright, indirect light; mist or soak them weekly.
8. Aloe Vera
   Benefits: Medicinal gel inside leaves, easy to care for.
   Care: Prefers bright, indirect light; allow soil to dry out between waterings.
9. Ficus Bonsai
   Benefits: Elegant appearance, promotes relaxation.
   Care: Needs bright, indirect light; water when the top of the soil feels dry.

Benefits of Desktop Plants for Employees

Improved Air Quality: Plants can reduce airborne toxins and increase oxygen levels.
Stress Reduction: Greenery promotes relaxation and mental well-being.
Enhanced Productivity: Studies suggest plants can boost focus and creativity.
Aesthetic Appeal: Plants add visual interest and a sense of tranquility to workspaces.

Choosing the Right Plant

Desktop plants make thoughtful gifts for employees, enhancing both the office environment and individual well-being. When selecting desktop plants for employees, consider the office environment (lighting conditions, humidity levels) and the recipients’ ability or willingness to care for plants. Low-maintenance options like snake plants or ZZ plants are ideal for busy offices or beginners. For those with more time and interest, succulents or bonsai offer aesthetic appeal and a bit more involvement in care. Ensure each plant comes with care instructions and perhaps a small guide on its benefits, fostering appreciation and responsibility among employees.

Plants foster a healthier and more pleasant workspace. If you are interested in desktop plants or are seeking a partner to fill your office, medical facility, or retail environment with lush greenery, give Tropex a call. Our experts will work with you to design the ideal plant displays for your needs – then install and maintain the plants to ensure they remain beautiful and healthy.

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