My Thumb Is Not So Green
Let’s be honest, I’m not exactly known for my nurturing abilities. I’m more of a “forget to water myself, let alone another living thing” kind of person. So, when my well-intentioned friend gifted me a houseplant – a supposedly “easy to care for” ZZ plant, no less – I knew I was in for a wild ride.
Turns out, I was a classic helicopter plant parent. My frantic Googling revealed that ZZ plants actually thrive on neglect. Who knew? This low-maintenance wonder only needed watering every few weeks, a stark contrast to my overbearing ways. It was a humbling experience, teaching me to step back, trust the process, and maybe close the browser tab with the plant SOS forum.
Lesson 2: Growth Takes Time (and the Occasional Fertilizer Boost)
As weeks turned into months, I settled into a comfortable routine with my ZZ. I watered it sparingly, gave it the occasional pep talk (old habits die hard), and even invested in some fancy fertilizer. And you know what? It started to thrive. New shoots emerged, its leaves grew glossy and green, and it even seemed…dare I say…happy?