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Onsite appreciation station

The Appreciation Plant Bar

A tactile, drop-in experience for your next employee appreciation day. I set up a "potting bar" where your team takes a break, picks a plant and pot, and leaves with a plant for their workspace.

A collage of plant bar moments: potted houseplants and stacked terracotta pots on shelves, two women smiling while arranging plants, and a 'Pottery by Local Artists' display with a potted prayer plant and a plant care card

Why it works

No pressure, high reward

Unlike a workshop, there's no set start time. Employees come through at their own pace during a window.

Personalized gifts

Each person chooses the plant that speaks to them and a pot that fits their style. You can also customize options for your team, your brand, or your goals.

Space for conversation

The bar becomes a natural gathering point. People compare plants and share tips while I help them pot up their new desk-mate.

The details

Format
Drop-in 'buffet-style' station with Katie on-site to facilitate and pot plants.
Group size
Scalable from 20 to 500+ employees.
What you provide
6-foot tables and a high-traffic location.
What I bring
Curated plants, a variety of pots, soil, decorative amendments, and tools.
Cleanup
I handle setup and full cleanup. Your space stays as I found it.

Loved by teams

"Rooted in Respite provided a phenomenal experience for our team. The session was perfectly paced and truly felt like a break from the work day."
— Syd
"A perfect way to reconnect with colleagues without the pressure of forced networking. We just made beautiful things together."
— Katie
"The Art of Noticing lunch and learn was exactly what our department needed. It gave us practical tools for stress that we actually use."
— Jessica

Bring the bar to your office

Plant bars are customizable to your headcount and budget. Reach out and I'll send a simple menu of options.

Email katie@rootedinrespite.com
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