Why plants?
Office plants boost productivity by up to 15%. Here's the science.
Productivity & Focus
Plants make your team sharper.
Multiple studies confirm it: greenery in the workplace measurably improves cognitive performance. The University of Exeter found a 15% productivity boost when employees had plants nearby.
Plants reduce ambient stress — cortisol drops, heart rates slow, focus deepens. When your team isn't fighting low-grade anxiety, they do better work.
+15%
increase in productivity measured in plant-filled offices
Employee Wellbeing
Healthier spaces, happier teams.
Biophilic design has a measurable effect on mental health. Employees in plant-filled offices report lower stress, greater job satisfaction, and a stronger connection to their workplace.
Studies from Norway and the Netherlands documented up to 30% reduction in sick leave after introducing plants. Healthier air, better humidity, and calming visual elements all contribute.
30%
reduction in sick days reported in offices with indoor greenery
Air Quality
Natural air purification, room by room.
NASA's Clean Air Study identified dozens of office plants that actively remove VOCs from the air — benzene from printers, formaldehyde from furniture, xylene from adhesives.
Plants also regulate humidity. Office HVAC creates dry air that contributes to fatigue and respiratory irritation. A well-placed tropical collection can meaningfully improve moisture balance.
60%
reduction in airborne mould and bacteria in plant-filled rooms
Acoustics
Plants are surprisingly good sound absorbers.
Open-plan offices create acoustic nightmares. Sound reflects off hard surfaces, conversations bleed between desks, and concentration suffers. Plants offer a surprisingly effective remedy.
Leaves, stems, and soil absorb, deflect, and refract sound waves. Large-leafed tropicals are particularly effective — strategically placed, they can reduce ambient noise by up to 5 decibels.
5dB
noise reduction in open-plan offices with strategic plant placement
Client Impressions
First impressions happen before anyone speaks.
Your reception area is a handshake — it communicates your values and taste before a word is spoken. A thoughtfully planted space signals that you care about your environment, your team, and the people you invite in.
Research shows clients perceive businesses with well-designed offices as more professional and trustworthy. Plants play an outsized role in that perception — signalling warmth, vitality, and investment.
79%
of clients say a company's office environment affects their perception of the brand
Quick Answers About Plant Benefits
Do plants really improve productivity?
Yes — multiple peer-reviewed studies confirm it. The most cited is a 2014 University of Exeter study showing a 15% productivity boost in offices with plants. The effect comes from reduced stress, improved air quality, and the cognitive restoration that contact with nature provides.
Which plants work best in Toronto offices?
We recommend varieties that thrive in indoor conditions: Pothos, ZZ Plants, Snake Plants, Peace Lilies, and Fiddle Leaf Figs are perennial favourites. We select plants based on your specific light conditions, maintenance preferences, and aesthetic goals — what works in a bright south-facing office differs from a north-facing boardroom.
How much maintenance do office plants actually need?
With Benji's, none — we handle it all. Our monthly maintenance visits cover watering, fertilizing, pest monitoring, and plant replacements. We design for low-maintenance species where possible, so your team doesn't need to lift a finger.
Is biophilic design expensive?
It doesn't have to be. A well-curated collection of 10-15 plants can transform an office space. We put together a free custom proposal so you can see exactly what's possible before making any commitment.
See the difference for yourself.
Book a free consultation and we'll show you exactly what's possible for your space — no commitment, no catch.