Why Houseplants Are Making A Comeback
Home gardening is becoming a popular pastime for Millennials, with 18-34-year olds spending around $13 billion in garden sales in 2019. The growing trend for keeping houseplants is likely due to their aesthetic value, but also because many are simple to care for with minimal effort. Let’s explore some of the reasons indoor plants are on-trend.
Health Benefits
Indoor plants are more than just pretty additions to your home: they also carry many health benefits. Studies conducted by NASA have shown that houseplants can remove 87% of toxins from indoor air in just one day. English Ivy, the Spider Plant and the Peace Lily have been shown to remove toxins such as formaldehyde and benzene from the air, making it cleaner and healthier. A study published in the Journal of Environmental Psychology has also shown that indoor plants improve concentration and increase engagement, making them ideal if you work from home regularly.
Easy To Care For
Many houseplants are extremely easy to care for, with some requiring very little watering and others which don’t require much sunlight. A Peace Lily is an example of a plant which loves shade and moderate temperatures. They also require little watering, making them very easy to look after. The unusual Snake Plant also grows well in low light and survives neglect particularly well. This plant is ideal for those who may be away from home for long periods of time, as it actually grows better with less watering. Those with fast-paced lifestyles can still enjoy the beauty of an indoor plant with minimal effort required to care for it.
Aesthetic Beauty
Social media is a staple in any young person’s life, and often the place where trends begin. In fact, 90% of social media users in 2019 were between 18 and 29 years old, and many are switching to photo sharing platforms such as Instagram. Several accounts are dedicated to images of houseplants alone, with some accounts having as many as 15,000 followers. Indoor plants add an aesthetic edge to any room, and many are sharing pictures of their collections to gain followers. Some users have also started communities who swap plants and share plant care tips with other hobbyists.
Starting a home garden can be an extremely rewarding pastime that can even help you to meet others with the same interests. Start your collection with just one plant, and follow the instructions carefully to give it a long and healthy life in your home.
