In addition to being beautiful additions to your home, a house plant can help freshen the air. Some have attractive scents, while others help filter out contaminants so you can breathe easy. The below options are simple to care for and will purify your air.

Which House Plants Are Best for Cleaning Indoor Air?

1. Spider Plant

This grass-like plant with long, striped leaves is a resilient indoor option. Also, it’s easy to propagate; the small spiderettes each plant produces can be placed in their own pots to grow whole new plants. Like the peace lily, they filter out carbon monoxide, as well as a common solvent called xylene. Finally, they're not toxic to pets, protecting your furry friend.

2. Peace Lily

Also called Spathiphyllum, these are popular house plants because of their distinctive, leaf-like white flowers. You aren't likely to forget to water them, as they droop when they need care, giving you a visual reminder. They filter out toxic gases, including odorless carbon monoxide and formaldehyde. They should be kept in temperatures above 60 degrees, as peace lilies are a tropical plant.

3. Chrysanthemums

These flowers do best in sunlight, so they should be placed in a window, where their bright colors will add cheer to the room all winter. They get rid of benzene, a toxin found in plastic and detergent. They also get rid of ammonia, which you'll find in restrooms or near litter boxes. Water them once a week with about an inch of water, and use mulch to prevent them from drying out. 

When you want to buy the perfect house plant to purify the air in your home, visit Colonial Gardens in Fairfield, CT. Since 1983, this locally owned greenhouse and florist shop has provided beautiful, healthy plants and high-quality garden supplies. You can also order arrangements for delivery. Place orders on their website, or call (203) 259-2722 to speak to a member of their team.