When I first started working on the Joy Us garden blog, I’ll admit that I knew close to nothing about houseplants. Sure, I noticed them in the grocery stores and the little shops toting “shop local” as part of their advertising.
Little did I know that after working for this blog and moving into an apartment in an urban city, that I would see houseplants and succulents hanging from every other balcony my eyes could see. It didn’t take long for me to notice that millennials love houseplants in particular.
Honestly, it all makes sense now. The millennial generation is taking the lead on healthy eating, as well as decluttering our living spaces and embracing more minimalism.
As a millennial myself, I find that healthy eating encourages me to only eat two meals a day, thus saving money on groceries. And houseplants? Well, I’m going to cover several reasons why my generation has made indoor gardening the latest trend (as well as drinking La Croix).
Some Of Our General Houseplant Guides For Your Reference:
- Guide To Watering Indoor Plants
- Beginner’s Guide To Repotting Plants
- 3 Ways To Successfully Fertilize Indoor Plants
- How to Clean Houseplants
- Winter Houseplant Care Guide
- Plant Humidity: How I Increase Humidity For Houseplants
- Buying Houseplants: 14 Tips For Indoor Gardening Newbies
- 11 Pet-Friendly Houseplants
Why It’s No Surprise that Millennials Love Houseplants
Houseplants Are Affordable
Millennials are taking a long time to save money for a home or even a new car, compared to previous generations. We’re living in rented spaces and several roommates to live comfortably. Because of these circumstances, we desire our living spaces to feel at home. Doing that with items like houseplants and DIY projects is possible!
We can bring a real, living plant into our home that needs care and nurturing. We can watch it grow and know that we put in the effort to make that happen.
Plus, gardening is an excellent hobby to have that doesn’t require technology which we need a break from. It’s also a huge plus when we can turn a grown plant into fresh herbs to add to our meals, no?
Some affordable, easy to find houseplants to start with: Pothos, Snake Plants, and Aglaonemas
*All of the above are tabletop plants. Once you’re comfortable with these, you can upgrade to floor plants!
Houseplants Add Life to an Apartment
Like I said, home decor is essential, for those of us who want to come home to a welcoming environment. To prioritize home decor, we want to limit our choices so that we stay within budget, and keep minimalism in mind. Growing an indoor garden sounds like the best of both worlds in that case.
We don’t have backyards like the generations before us. Instead, we have small kitchens and balconies, if we’re lucky. Making the most of the space with a bit of nature can make a huge impact. Having an indoor apartment brings the local park directly to our kitchens, living rooms, and office spaces.
The perfect plants for a small apartment: Snake Plants, Peperomia Plants, and Pothos
Houseplants Are Fun to Grow and Care For!
Instead of starting a family, most millennials are 20-to-30-somethings that are caring for pets and plants instead. They want to nurture and grow something while they focus on their careers and pay off their debts.
Caring for something that’s living is merely therapeutic. Houseplants clearly fall into that category since many urban dwellers are selecting them over domestic pets. Surrounding yourself with nature is also a great way to improve your mental health and well-being.
Bromeliads add color to any space.
Here are just a few examples of plants that are known for being therapeutic:
- Some boost brain power like Rosemary, Orchids, and the Boston Fern
- Some purify the air by eliminating chemicals like bromeliads and snake plants
- Adding any type of houseplant can boost your mood while working in the office
