That stretch of grass beyond your front (and back) door can derail your Saturday plans if you're the one who has to maintain it. But if you're the one who counts "mowing the lawn" on your weekly list of chores, there's good news -- the scent of freshly mowed grass can boost your mood[1] , relax you and help you live longer.


This factoid was revealed on online retailer eReplacementPart's[2] infographic on lawn maintenance. Though fall usually signals the end of this chore, you might be surprised at just how much time you've spent this year just keeping the grass green (four hours a week, on average). Check out the infographic below for more surprising stats.




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If you're more about indoor greenery, check out this round-up of the best houseplants.



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  • Rabbit's Foot Fern


    According to Uli Lorimer, the curator of native plants at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, this is one of the <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2010/11/11/garden/11houseplants.html?pagewanted=all&_r=0" target="_blank">harder plants to kill</a>.




  • Snake Plant


    Better Homes and Gardens said this plant is "<a href="http://www.bhg.com/gardening/houseplants/no-fuss/easiest-houseplants-you-can-grow/#page=8" target="_blank">nearly indestructible.</a>"




  • Croton


    According to our expert blogger Tara Heibal, <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/tara-heibel/houseplants_b_2500771.html" target="_blank">the croton is forgiving</a> since it will perk up after it wilts with just some water.




  • Ponytail Palm


    Horticulturalist Melinda Meyers says the Ponytail Palm is <a href="http://www.melindamyers.com/Radio-Houseplants-Holiday-Plants-and-Cut-Flowers/houseplants-holiday-plants-and-cut-flowers/easy-grow-ponytail-palm.html" target="_blank">perfect for beginner gardeners</a>.




  • Aloe Vera


    Not only will this plant help with sunburn, but it's super easy to care for because <a href="http://houseplants-care.blogspot.com/2006/11/aloe-vera-plant-care.html" target="_blank">it doesn't require frequent waterings</a>.




  • Peace Lily


    This plant isn't just pretty, it also helps to <a href="http://inhabitat.com/7-indoor-plants-that-purify-the-air-around-you-naturally/peace-lilies/" target="_blank">remove toxins from the air</a>!




  • Gardening Tips: Houseplants


    Ahmed shares a way to create tropical conditions houseplants will love.





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