indoor plants

Indoor Plant Cleaning Tips for Healthier Growth

| September 30, 2025 | Categories: Blog, Good Earth Plant Company Tips, Indoor Plants
Indoor plants instantly brighten up any space, but dusty leaves can make them look dull and even slow down their growth. The good news? With a few simple indoor plant cleaning tips, you can keep your plants looking fresh, vibrant, and healthy year-round. Wiping leaves regularly keeps indoor plants dust-free and thriving. Why Cleaning Indoor Plants Matters Regular cleaning isn’t just about appearances — it helps plants thrive. Boosts growth: Dust blocks sunlight, and plants need maximum light indoors. Enhances appearance: Clean, shiny leaves add beauty and polish to any space. Prevents pests: Cleaning helps you spot and stop problems early.… Read More

What Plants Can Teach Us About Mental Health at Work

| August 26, 2025 | Categories: Blog, Nature and Wellbeing, Newsletters, Office Design, Plantscaping
Selective focus of businesswoman gesturing while walking with partners in office.
In nature, nothing truly grows alone. Beneath the soil, plants are in constant conversation—sharing resources, warning each other of danger, and adapting together when the world around them changes. This quiet cooperation is what keeps entire ecosystems alive. We aren’t so different. At work and in life, our well-being is deeply tied to the people around us. When one of us struggles, it ripples outward. When we share kindness, understanding, and support, we all grow stronger together. The truth is, modern workplaces can be stressful, especially when pressure is constant and rest feels like a luxury. But by looking to the natural world, we can remember a powerful truth: connection and care aren’t just “nice to have.”… Read More

The ROI of Indoor Plants: How Greenery Boosts Business

| March 31, 2025 | Categories: Biophilia, Biophilic Design, Blog, Indoor Plants, Newsletters, Office Design, Plantscaping
Indoor plants: a smart investment for productivity and design. Photo: GEP When considering improvements for a commercial space, indoor plants might not seem like an obvious return on investment (ROI) factor. But you’d be surprised to learn that well-placed greenery does FAR more than just enhance aesthetics—it delivers measurable benefits that can positively impact your bottom line. From improving employee well-being to elevating client experiences, here’s why investing in indoor plants is a smart business decision.  1. Increased Productivity and Employee Satisfaction Studies have shown that employees in environments with natural elements, including plants, experience higher productivity, reduced stress, and increased job satisfaction.… Read More

Spring Cleaning for Indoor Plants: Essential Care Tips

| March 17, 2025 | Categories: Blog, Good Earth Plant Company Tips, Indoor Plants, Newsletters, Plantscaping
House plant with wrinkled leaves.
Spring is a great time to give your indoor plants the refresh they need. Photo: Adobe Stock Spring is the season of renewal, making it the perfect time to refresh your indoor plants. Whether you have greenery in an office, hotel, lobby, or home, giving your plants a little extra care this season will help them thrive. Here’s how to give your indoor plants a fresh start with a simple spring-cleaning routine.  1. Dust and Clean Leaves Over time, dust can accumulate on plant leaves, blocking sunlight and reducing their ability to photosynthesize. Gently wipe leaves with a damp cloth or give them a quick spray down with water.… Read More

Living Art: An Alternative to Traditional Flowers

| February 12, 2025 | Categories: Biophilia, Biophilic Design, Blog, Good Earth Plant Company, Nature and Wellbeing, Office Design, Plantscaping
Valentine’s Day comes and goes, and so do those beautiful bouquets—one minute they’re bright and fragrant, the next they’re a sad, wilted reminder that love (or at least florals) is fleeting. But what if you could bring something into your space that lasts beyond a week? Something that continues to grow and change with time? That’s where living plant arrangements come in. They’re not just an alternative to cut flowers—they’re a lasting investment in beauty, nature, and well-being. The Problem with Cut Flowers Yes, roses are romantic. Lilies are lovely. But most cut flowers have a very short shelf life—typically 7 to 10 days—before they start turning into a science experiment in your vase.… Read More

Drought-Resistant Plants: Green Solutions for Busy Lives

| September 10, 2024 | Categories: Biophilic Design, Blog, Good Earth Plant Company Tips, Plantscaping
Woman watering houseplant at home, closeup By Pixel-Shot
In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining lush, thriving plants can be a challenge, especially when it comes to keeping up with watering schedules. If you’re looking for a way to add greenery to your space without the stress of frequent watering, drought-resistant plants are the perfect solution. These hardy plants not only look great but also thrive with minimal care, making them ideal for busy lifestyles.   Why Choose Drought-Resistant Plants?  Drought-resistant plants are designed to withstand dry conditions, which means they can survive and thrive with less water compared to other plants. These resilient plants are perfect for those who may not have a green thumb or for anyone who’s simply looking to reduce the time spent on care.… Read More

Overcome June Gloom: Refresh With Green

| June 3, 2024 | Categories: Blog, Good Earth Plant Company, Green Roofs, Indoor Plants, Living Walls, Moss Walls, Plantscaping, Uncategorized
May Gray in full effect, pictured at the Japanese Friendship Garden
It’s that time again. The time when sunny San Diego braces for its annual retreat from the sun. When dark clouds bank the coastal landscape, tans fade, and moods go sour. It’s the time of the year when June Gloom has arrived.   While it might feel dreary outside, it’s the perfect time to bring bright vibes inside. Yes, we’re talking about plants and flowers (do we talk about anything else?). At Good Earth Plants, we specialize in “plantscaping”, offering a range of services that not only enrich lives, but also elevate your mood and improve your overall wellbeing.  The Power of Plants Plants may as well be superheroes.… Read More

6 Ways to Revive a Dying Indoor Plant Before It’s Too Late

| February 6, 2024 | Categories: Good Earth Plant Company Tips, Indoor Plants, Plantscaping
When it comes to home decor and trends, indoor plants are suddenly the belles of the ball.    We, needless to say (but we’ll say it anyway!) could not be happier about the massive uptick in #plantmoms and #plantdads, especially in our hometown of San Diego. For more than 40 years, it’s been our mission to encourage people to incorporate more nature (read: indoor plants) into the places they work, live, and play. Plants not only enhance indoor aesthetics, but also improve our mental health and offer therapeutic benefits. Plants sometimes have similar symptoms for very different reasons. It just takes time to learn and identify what type of care your indoor plant may need.… Read More

Breathe Life Into Your Workspace with Plants

| April 10, 2023 | Categories: Biophilic Design, Office Design, Plantscaping
Office plant designs
Wouldn’t it be nice to escape the sea of bland grayscale cubicles and walk through a splash of color and nature-inspired elements? A positive work environment can be as much about the surroundings as the people. Fostering teamwork, the sharing of ideas, personal space and comfort are among the considerations of an office designer. If the office or workspace is already designed, some easy updates, like the soothing touch of nature, or a few vibrant colors placed here & there, can contribute to a positive workplace ambiance. Whether you’re a property manager, an office manager, a facility manager or you just have an office you want to liven up, here are a few ideas to add color & nature to your office environment to get the workflow going.… Read More

Tips To Prep Your Plants For Winter Months

| November 30, 2022 | Categories: Good Earth Plant Company Tips, Indoor Plants
A sunny window feels good on a cold day for you and for your plants, too. Photo: Mary Kreuel / Creative Commons winter months
Even though we’re blessed to live and work in a temperate, plant-loving climate at Good Earth Plant Company, we still experience the change of seasons. Winter may be subtle, but it’s coming at us quickly. Meteorological winter starts December 1, and the winter equinox is less than three weeks away. Our daytime temperatures have dropped 20 degrees recently, and in some places, the nighttime lows are legitimately cold. At least they are to us! Your container plants living outside feel it too. Many need protection from the coldest winter weather. Even in a Mediterranean-style climate, it can drop below freezing at night.… Read More