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  • The Unexpected Joys of Being a Plant Parent (and Why I Now Speak to My Fiddle-Leaf Fig)

    The Unexpected Joys of Being a Plant Parent (and Why I Now Speak to My Fiddle-Leaf Fig)





    From Black Thumb to Proud Plant Parent

    Let’s be honest, I wasn’t always a natural nurturer. In fact, my thumbs were practically charcoal black. I’d managed to kill a cactus, for crying out loud! So, when my well-meaning friend gifted me a fiddle-leaf fig for my birthday, I accepted it with a grimace disguised as a grateful smile.

    “Fiona” she declared, thrusting the leafy lady into my arms. “She’ll thrive with you, I just know it!”

    Fiona and I eyed each other with suspicion. She, a vision of emerald elegance, and me, a notorious plant assassin. Little did I know, Fiona would soon become my leafy therapist, my silent confidante, and the catalyst for my unexpected journey into the wonderful world of plant parenthood.

  • The Unexpected Joys of Being a Plant Parent (and Why You Should Join the Club)

    The Unexpected Joys of Being a Plant Parent (and Why You Should Join the Club)

    The Unexpected Joys of Being a Plant Parent (and Why You Should Join the Club)

    Confessions of a Former Plant Killer

    Okay, I’ll admit it. I used to be a notorious plant killer. You know the type – the ones who could kill a cactus in a desert. I’d bring home these vibrant, leafy friends, full of hope and good intentions, only to watch them wither and droop within weeks. It was a cycle of guilt and shame, I tell you! But then, something changed. I stumbled upon the unexpected joys of being a plant parent, and let me tell you, there’s no turning back.

    1. Greenery That Doesn’t Judge (Or Talk Back!)

    Let’s face it, life can be stressful. Work deadlines, relationship woes, the never-ending laundry pile – sometimes you just need a break from it all. Enter: your plant babies. These silent, non-judgmental companions provide a sense of peace and tranquility that’s hard to find elsewhere. They don’t care if you’re having a bad hair day or haven’t showered in 24 hours (though maybe open a window if it’s the latter). They just sit there, looking all green and glorious, reminding you to breathe and appreciate the simple things in life.

    Plus, they make excellent listeners. Need to vent about your annoying coworker or that awkward date? Your plant will never interrupt or offer unsolicited advice. They’re the ultimate confidants, absorbing your woes (and maybe some carbon dioxide) without judgment.

    A bright and airy living room decorated with a variety of potted plants.