Some studies have found that the presence of plants can improve the coritsol levels in the body. Melinda Knuth, an assistant professor of horticultural science at North Carolina State University, states that there is a connection between being around plants and the cortisol levels in the body. Cortisol levels, which is held in saliva, is decreased when in the presence of plants.
Gardening and being around plants can strengthen the attention span and improve concentration. Researches have found that gardening can lighten mood and lower stress levels. It can be a gratifying and fufilling hobby that acts as a stress outlet and provides structure/routine.
Imagine that the images below were your place of work. Think about how you would feel spending hours here.