I don’t think I’m gonna surprise you when I say that plants are like drama queens in disguise. You know how they always demand attention and unconditional care, giving little, if anything, in return? French writer Antoine de Saint-Exupéry did, in fact, write about one such vain rose who played on the Little Prince’s nerves way too much.
And now the people on Twitter are sharing their own drama-prone plants, because apparently it’s a thing! Olivia Crowley, who tweeted her flower throwing a tantrum, got a whopping 487K likes plus a genuine support group that’s been there too many times.
It turns out, in the world of house plants, two hours can make a difference between life and death, and too little or too much water will make you regret it big time. ‘Cause this show is not about you. It’s about your polka-dot plant livin’ on the verge of a breakdown.
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Hands up if you've killed up a plant or two in your life. It happens so often, and for seemingly no good reason, that the chances are you are hesitant to try again. The problem with plants is how unpredictable they are; one day they thriving and the next, the leaves start falling out of nowhere.
But have you ever thought that room temperature, water quality (not only the quantity!), and the type of light source are among many factors that play a significant role in your plant’s life? The very first step in bringing a plant into your house is gathering all the info.
“Go to a reputable garden center or nursery, ideally family-owned, because they’ve been doing this for years and years,” said Christopher Satch, plant scientist and instructor at the New York Botanical Garden. These people will be able to answer basic yet vital questions like "How do I plant that?" and "Where does this go in my home?"
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Satch also suggests avoiding buying a plant just because you like how it looks. “I’m guilty of this too, where I fall in love with a plant and take it home and then realize I don’t have the conditions the plant wants.” What happens is a very sad journey downhill. The plant isn’t content, becomes weak, and you blame yourself for doing something wrong.
And if you’re no pro in gardening, remember to start off with a healthy plant. Don’t try to become an unsung hero trying to save a dying orchid. And last thing, fertilizer is a must. “When it’s in a pot, you are the master of its universe. Fertilizer is a nutrient punch,” explained Satch. Treat your plant like you’d treat yourself and hope for the best. You may just as well make it.
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