PRESS RELEASE: Interior Plantscapers show solidarity for self-isolation with the launch of #StayPlanted

Interior plantscaping professionals encourage individuals to adhere to self-isolating and social distancing health and safety guidelines.
A worldwide initiative #StayPlanted campaign was launched by a group of USA Interior plantscaping professionals encouraging individuals to place plants in windows, and share photos on social media of how office plant hire and having greenery has been beneficial during quarantine.
‘Most people love their indoor plants for how they look, but many don’t realize the huge health benefits that come from access to plants and greenery,’ said Elaine Tunn CEO Interior Plantscape Association: http://interiorplantscape.asn.au/
Plants and greenery are often touted for their mental health benefits, and studies over the years show that access to plant life can help to reduce stress and symptoms of depression, all while helping to improve mood and concentration. According to case studies, 88 percent of respondents said having direct views and access to the natural elements indoors improved their sense of well-being.
The #StayPlanted initiative started to highlight another creative way for people to stay positive during self-isolating and social distancing directives. As more individuals are literally ‘planted’ at home, maintaining individual health and well-being has become a much bigger priority. #StayPlanted initiative has also revealed how plants can provide green-leafed companionship during social isolation.
‘During the shutdown of offices everywhere for social distancing, I’ve been amazed at the affinity people have with their office plants’ said Mark Wilkins, Green Design Indoor Plant Hire NSW: www.greendesign.com.au ‘We have story after story about people who travel an hour or more in into the city from their homes and back just to let us in to make sure the plants are happy!’
By placing plants in windows and sharing pictures and personal stories, #StayPlanted hopes to provide encouragement to others who are self-isolating while sharing a bit of joy.
‘I would never go back to working in any office that doesn’t include plants’ said Julie Watson of Stronger Than My Excuses: www.strongerthanmyexcuses.com.au. ‘I work remotely from 3 different locations and all of them have plants. I can’t explain it, but the plants make a huge difference during my working day. Everyone should have plants at work and home!’
Share your own story and follow the #StayPlanted hashtag for more personal stories and updates.
For more about #StayPlanted and office plant hire contact Mark Wilkins: [email protected] or visit www.greendesign.com.au