In brief
- Full service: Delivery, maintenance & replacement – no own effort required.
- Individual plants from ~€14.50/month, complete packages from ~€200/month, tax deductible.
- Studies show better air quality, reduced stress (30–60%), +15% productivity — ideal for modern, sustainable offices.
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Why rent plants?
Flexible greening without investment risk – providers deliver, maintain, and replace as needed. Ideal for changing room sizes, events, or temporary spaces.
Costs & Models
- Single plants (hydroculture): approx. €14.50/month.
- Complete solutions for up to 150 m²: from approx. €200/month including concept and care.
- No one-time costs, better planning and budget control.
Benefits for companies
- Indoor Climate: Plants increase humidity, filter VOCs (e.g., formaldehyde, benzene) – especially with ventilated root systems.
- Stress Reduction: Australian study showed 30–60% lower stress levels in employees after 3 months.
- Productivity: Field study in the UK/Netherlands: “green offices” increased productivity by up to +15%.
- Well-being & Employer Branding: Employees appreciate air quality, concentration, and employer appreciation through greenery.
Rent vs. Purchase
| Criterion | Purchase | Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Costs | High one-time investment | Monthly predictable fees |
| Care | Self-responsible | Provider takes care of everything |
| Flexibility | Limited customization | Return, exchange, reconfiguration possible at any time |
Purchase is only worthwhile with internal care know-how; rental models offer more flexibility and budget control.
Overview of Studies
1st NASA Clean Air Study (1989)
Plants like ivy and peace lily measurably removed VOCs such as benzene and formaldehyde in sealed test chambers – basis for many greening concepts. Study at NTRS.NASA.GOV.
2nd Stress Reduction: UTS Study (Sydney, approx. 2010)
Employees with plants in the office showed 30–60% less negative moods such as stress, anger, or fatigue – confirmed by several publications, including PDF summaries. Results on UTS OPUS.
3rd Productivity Study UK/NL (2014)
“Green offices” increased productivity by up to 15% and improved air quality, concentration & workplace satisfaction – based on three field experiments. Article on PubMed.
4. Meta-analysis (Frontiers in Psychology, 2022)
42 studies analyzed: Plants significantly reduce diastolic blood pressure (SMD ≈ –2.5), with simultaneous improvements in memory & attention. Meta-analysis on PMC.
AIRY water tank systems
The patented AIRY plant pots channel air through the root system without filters or electricity. This maximizes the natural filtering effect and creates a home for microorganisms that break down VOCs.
Tax aspects
Monthly rental costs count as operating expenses and are tax-deductible – a common practice, confirmed by Lexware & Co.
