Allergy season is right around the corner.  For Harrisburg residents who spend the spring months awaiting the first sign of sniffles, there are a few easy ways to wage preemptive war on pollen.

In addition to a regular regiment of OTC medications like Zyrtec and Claritin, several shrubs, ivies and ferns improve indoor air quality and make it a bit easier to get through the day with reduced symptoms, according to a study by NASA and the Associate Contractors of America.

Common household plants like the spider plant, peace lily, bamboo palm, English ivy and Chinese evergreen can rid the air of a significant amount of unpleasant pollutants, helping you to breath better while adding a bit of natural pizazz to your apartment at the same time.

For more helpful tips, check out this comprehensive list of indoor species perfect for purifying your air.

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