The world is a busy place. More often than not, we are, too. Always running around to be on time, swimming against the tide to stand out and be recognized, fighting to stay afloat as the never-ending ocean of new technologies begins to overflow. When do we ever have time to relax and let go of everything that weighs us down? Honestly, almost never.

But more recently, a certain generation has struck gold with finding better balance in life. They’ve found a way to create a haven of their own, inching one step closer to achieving nirvana in today’s times of insanity.

To be very honest with you, we can’t stress this enough, so we’ll say it louder for the people in the back – plants grow people! And the fact that millennials across the world are choosing to become plant parents stands as a testimony to that fact.

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We’re sure you’ve got questions – “sure, it’s a trend, but is it worth the hype?” “we know you love plants, but why are you so sure that we will, too”. We’ve got the answers and we’ve got them all! So, let’s get into it!

• Millennials and Plants: A Bond Unbroken Since the Beginning

We know for sure that almost every, if not every, millennial has had the joy of watching their parents and/or grandparents tend to the plants in their home gardens. From timely pruning of their leaves to the dedicated watering of all garden plants – they must have seen it all from the very beginning of their lives.

But as we went on, space was lost and so was time. Today, the urban life and the concrete world has left us with very little space to build our own gardens and the corporate world has left us with time that runs by faster than ever before.

But hey, just because we have less resources than before does not mean we don’t feel the need reconnect with our roots – in this context, quite literally.

There are some very particular things that made a lot of millennials rediscover the joy of plant parenthood. From the very obvious benefits of having plants at home to the more emotional benefits that will leave you in awe of the sheer power of these green housemates.

• What Makes the Plant Parenthood Trend a Total Hit with Millennials Everywhere?

The world of gardening is such that once you discover it, you can’t resist it; and once you’re in it, you just can’t ever let it go! Why? Because there is so much more to plants than meets the eye, and once you move beyond the obvious, you will see what really lies beneath.

So, in agreement with every plant-crazed millennial we know (and even the ones we don’t), here are a few reasons why the indoor gardening and plant parenting are the trends of the century!

1. You Want Better Health? You’ve Got It!

We’ve got to lead with one of the most obvious benefits of them all – cleaner indoor air. When you get a plant, not only are you making your space look 10x more beautiful but also contributing greatly toward creating a better tomorrow for yourself and your loved ones.

Plants have the ability to absorb polluted indoor air and filter out all toxins to give you much cleaner air to breathe. Think harmful VOCs, fine dust, gaseous pollutants, and more – plants can filter them all from your indoor air. The best part? The more the plants, the better the filtration! So, you can’t really go wrong with getting home one too many plants.

2. Disconnect and Reconnect

As we said before, almost every millennial probably found great joy in helping their parents/grandparents tend to their garden plants. Plants rekindle this feeling of child-like joy in all the best ways possible!

Additionally, indoor gardening is a process that really takes you away from your everyday life and the vicious world, and transports you into your own little world that is disconnected from the insanity, the judgment, and the expectations of reality.

So, you can disconnect from this unforgiving world and reconnect with the warm, loving one you knew before. Who knew plants had that power?

3. Plants Instantly Make You Smile

Picture this – you’ve had the most terrible day at work and you can’t wait to get home. So, you leave work and rush back only to come home and realize that you need to cook for yourself, too. As you look around the kitchen looking for something to cook up, you see Mozzarella. No, not the cheese, but your precious Money plant that keeps your kitchen counter company.

You realize it’s got new growth and its leaves are so much perkier with the new addition to their crew. And suddenly, all’s right with the world again!
In this way and so many other ways, you will smile almost instantly when you sit and admire your plant babies. Proud plant parent moment incoming!

4. Stress = Busted

Sounds corny? Well, maybe we could’ve framed it better but really, there’s no better way to say that plants are the perfect stress busters! There are many mental health benefits of houseplants and having them at home just gives almost all of them. 

They are known to reduce blood pressure and ensure a calmer environment, whether for work or any other reasons. They also trigger the feel-good hormone – serotonin, thus ensuring that you feel better even through tough days.

5. Plant Parenthood Gives You a Bigger Purpose

There will be times when, on your toughest days, you might just feel like giving up and doing nothing. On such days, and the days that follow, you might not have the motivation to do anything even though you might need to.

On such days, plants give you a bigger purpose with a chance to care for something other than yourself. They can motivate you to get out of bed, tend to them, and let them thrive. Eventually, you will feel much better about yourself for having kept a plant baby of yours alive, despite not feeling up to it.

One day, you might also realize that plants give your life meaning on those days when it may seem like it has none. On every such day, you will hold out… even if for the smallest plant in your collection.

6. Your Own Green Haven

With every plant you bring home, you inch one step closer to creating your own green sanctuary at home. This way, you will be able to create a space that’s only yours and perfect to escape to when things feel crazy.

This space will never give up on you and never let you down, no matter what the mental, emotional, or physical state.

• Low Maintenance Indoor Plants: How You Can Start Your Indoor Gardening Journey

Some low maintenance plants are the perfect way to kickstart your home gardening journey. However, even if you're a seasoned gardeners, these are some evergreen classics that will just never let you down. 

1. Money Plants 

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Money Plants are known for being a beginner's best friends. They are hardy, they look beautiful, and they can fit in anywhere with just a little care from your end. 

2. Spider Plants

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With the right care, these stunning Spider plants also have the ability to thrive wherever you place them. They are beautiful, easy on the eye, and have a rather easy-going nature that makes them ideal for first-time gardeners. 

3.  Snake Plants

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Known to be 24/7 air purifiers, Snake plants are ideal for all homes. Additionally, they are also Vastu & Feng Shui-friendly, making them wonderfully positive additions to all kinds of indoor spaces. 

4. Palm Plants

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Looking for something more tropical and breezy? The Palm plants will never let you down! These easy to grow houseplants are the epitome of good looks. The best part? They are super easy to grow!

Take your pick, bring it home, and watch yourself want more... because once you step into the irresistible world of plants, there's really no coming back! The gardening journey is one of the best you will ever take. So, happy gardening!