Breathe Easy: How Indoor Plants Improve Air Quality

Jul 21

Published by CV Gardens | Melbourne Vertical Garden Experts

When it comes to refreshing your indoor space, few things are as effective—or as beautiful—as live plants. Beyond their aesthetic appeal, indoor greenery can actually help purify the air, reduce toxins, and promote a healthier living or working environment. At CV Gardens, we specialise in custom vertical gardens that not only look stunning but also work hard behind the scenes to improve your air quality.

How Do Plants Clean the Air?

Plants naturally absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen through photosynthesis. But many indoor species go a step further—they can also filter out harmful toxins such as:

Formaldehyde (found in furniture, flooring, and cleaners)
Benzene (from paints, smoke, and plastics)
Trichloroethylene (used in industrial cleaners)

NASA’s famous Clean Air Study found that certain plants can remove up to 87% of air toxins in just 24 hours.

Best Air-Purifying Plants for Indoors

Some of the top indoor plants known for air-purifying qualities include:

Peace Lily – removes mold spores and VOCs
Snake Plant – great for bedrooms, releases oxygen at night
Spider Plant – non-toxic and excellent for general air filtration
Pothos (Devil’s Ivy) – ideal for vertical gardens, fast-growing and effective

These are also perfect options for vertical garden systems, where space is limited but impact can be large.

Why a Vertical Garden?

A custom vertical garden allows you to bring all the benefits of plants into spaces where traditional potted plants might not fit. Whether on a kitchen wall, office foyer, or apartment balcony, vertical gardens:

Maximise limited space
Improve indoor humidity levels
Reduce airborne dust
Offer natural sound insulation
Provide a calming, mood-boosting environment

Plus, they’re easy to maintain with the right setup.

Beyond the Air: Mental Health Benefits

Cleaner air isn't the only benefit. Numerous studies show that being around greenery can:

Lower stress and anxiety
Improve focus and productivity
Boost overall mood

It’s a natural remedy for our fast-paced, tech-heavy lives.

🌼 Let’s Green Your Space

At CV Gardens, we help homes, cafés, workplaces, and apartments across Melbourne enjoy the beauty and benefits of custom vertical gardens. Whether you want a small indoor feature or a full wall of lush life, we’ll design and install the perfect fit for your space and lifestyle.

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