Encouraging Horticulture as a fundamental aspect of your corporate environment
Fresh Take:
Company culture has been a hot topic in recent times, and it's not hard to see why. A whopping 47% of job seekers actively look for new opportunities due to dissatisfaction with a company's culture, while 15% turn down job offers because they don't align with their desired work environment. In fact, a positive work culture can lead to higher loyalty and productivity among employees and reduce absenteeism[1].
Last week, an interesting article in the New York Times caught our attention. It discussed how companies are attempting to lure employees back to in-person work after over a year of remote work, a move that often involves heightened morale and employee retention.
One innovative solution many company leaders and building managers are embracing? Office gardens.
As simple as it may sound, rooftop gardens and other outdoor spaces prove to be incredible tools for attracting and keeping employees[2]. In addition, a Harvard study showed that outdoor spaces can boost productivity at work, as plants provide cleaner air, which in turn enhances mental cognition.
Beyond the scientific evidence, gardens offer a wealth of possibilities for unique in-office experiences. The chance to tend to a plot during lunch hours or attend a cooking class using fresh-picked ingredients is a big draw for potential hires who are looking for something more engaging beyond the 9-5 grind.
Office gardens signify a company culture that values physical and mental health. As 10% of employees say they are more likely to stay in jobs that prioritize work-life balance, creating a health-conscious culture becomes essential[1].
Your Office + Gardenuity Gardens
Don't have a rooftop or the space for a full-blown outdoor garden? No worries. We can help. From Fortune 100 technology and wellness companies to high growth startups, we partner with businesses that invest in their most valuable assets: employees and the customers they serve.
Our gardens are compact, customizable and include everything needed for a successful growth, from larger outdoor garden containers to indoor desk plants. We collaborate with our corporate partners to determine the best way to incorporate plants into their unique corporate culture[3].
If you’re hesitant about incorporating living plants in the office, we’ve got you covered. We offer virtual programs where each participant receives an at-home garden, delivering the benefits of company-sponsored wellness without the limitations of an office building.
To learn more, visit our Corporate Partners page.
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[1]https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5402395/[2]https://hbr.org/2018/09/how-plants-could-revitalize-the-office[3]https://hbr.org/teams/tools/2017/06/the-benefits-of-bringing-nature-indoors
- Gardenuity's compact and customizable indoor and outdoor gardens can help businesses promote wellness among employees, encouraging work-life balance, especially for those who value companies that prioritize this lifestyle.
- The integration of gardening workshops or cooking classes using fresh produce from office gardens can create a unique and engaging work environment, attracting potential hires who seek more than the traditional 9-5 work setting.
- Incorporating home-and-garden elements, such as indoor desk plants or rooftop gardens, contributes to a company culture that values physical and mental health, thus bolstering employee retention and productivity.
