Living a city life doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice your symbiotic relationship and love for plants. Rekindle the flame and passion for plants and start growing indoors.
There are so many benefits you will not regret replacing that appliance taking up counter space or getting rid of the candles on your dresser to create a greener space. Not convinced yet?
As plant beneficiary, you have the right to the following:
- Reduced stress Levels, heart rate and blood pressure
- Boosted creativity, productivity, concentration and alertness
- Increases mental health by lowering feelings of depression, anxiety, dementia and other conditions
- Speedy recovery from illness, surgery and injury
- Better indoor air quality by getting rid of toxins and pollutants
Taking care of plants boosts overall health and wellness and is always reciprocal, your plants will take care of you in return. Remember to research the types of plants you are interested in to ensure they will thrive within your space and are not poisonous to curious kith or kids. With countless plant and flower varieties you will be sure to find the perfect match.
Ways to prove your love and show your plant companions that you truly care:
- Provide adequate light according to the needs to the chosen plant (natural or artificial light). Provided light should not exceed 16 hours per day.
- Do your best not overwater the plant and place in pots with drainage holes. It is best to use room temperature, filtered water and avoid plant leaves and flowers while watering. The best time to water is when the top 1/2 to 1 inches of soil is dry, not out of routine.
- Create a humid environment by placing plants in higher humidity areas such as the bathroom or kitchen, by using a humidifier or arranging plants in a support group.
- Prevent pest and disease with proper sanitation and harmless solutions such as neem oil, or a drop of dishwashing soap and even mixture of rubbing alcohol, water. The key to pest prevention and disease is consist monitoring.
- Feed your plant fertilizer during plant growth spurts to give back to the soil, the nutrients that the plant is using to grow, such as nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. Fertilizer should be balanced to avoid over fertilizing and deficiencies.
- Give your plants the space and opportunity to grow by repotting and reproducing, when necessary. It is best to repot if roots showing and during warmer seasons.
- Dust, prune, pinch back and remove dead leaves to keep up your plants appearance, health, encourage new growth and prevent problems.
Follow these plant commandments and you will have a sacred relationship with your plant friends in a naturally calming sanctuary that you can benefit from year round.
Club Tree'dHouse 