Welcoming Spring: House Bloom
With the arrival of spring, what better time to cleanse your closet and home, allowing for renewed energy to enter your living space? Soon the trees around campus will regain their thick canopies and colourful flowers, an invigorating spectacle when making our way to the next class. It definitely fills me with a sense of freshness after the long, bare winter! Plants are known to have powerful healing abilities, adding life to any environment. How many times haven’t we heard that “studies show that indoor plants boost mood, productivity, creativity, concentration… reduce stress, fatigue…” and a million other benefits?
It doesn’t matter if you prefer something low-maintenance, like a cactus, or feel like starting your day by humming and watering some begonias; the key to channelling this ‘rising from the ashes’ energy and defiant positivity is simply by having plants around, whatever your go-to may be. Plants will clean the air in your living space by absorbing toxins and releasing oxygen, and a breath of renewed air is always welcome as we get deeper into the quarter. Here are some (easy to care for!) indoor plant ideas that will help your house bloom, wholeheartedly welcoming the new season:
Lucky Bamboo
Though not exactly a true bamboo, this indoor variety of the species is easy-to-care-for and is sure to bring incredible into your room or shared areas. Traditionally, the plant should be placed in the respective lucky direction of the blessing you desire. For example, the eastern section of your home or desk represents the family Feng-Shui, whereas if you want to invite wealth into your life, you should place the plant in the southeast end to activate the energy. Find out more on how to set up your lucky bamboo plant here.
Devil’s Ivy
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Also known as Golden Pothos, this plant gets its common name from the fact that it is almost impossible to kill! It is incredibly headstrong, and can thrive in both direct sunlight or dim lighting. Best aspect: “the Devil’s Ivy is known as one of the most effective plants to reduce indoor air pollution.” (Via)
Aloe Vera
A type of succulent, the Aloe Vera plant is famous for its countless health benefits: in juices, for skin care and sunburn, as hydrating lotion… It’s easy to care for, but you’ll have to be patient, since it is a slow grower. The plant thrives best in warmer, sun-spilt spaces.
Cacti
Like the lucky bamboo, cacti are also said to help Feng-Shui and call for wealth. They can redirect negative energy (essential in this new era of renewal!) and balance the house energy flow. As expected, they require minimal effort when it comes to nourishment.
Herbs
Basil, parsley, chives, mint, sage, rosemary, thyme, oregano… If you like to delve into the beautiful world of cooking and experimenting with flavours, growing herbs at home is an easy way to have fresh ingredients readily available at home. Added bonuses: they smell incredible, and in warmer months can also be used to make iced teas (mint) and keep away mosquitoes (rosemary). You can also chop up some oregano and sprinkle it over all pizza to make them that extra bit better!
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“People are like plants: they’re each unique in their growth process, as well as how they need to be cared for. Some plants require little care, and are best left alone to grow on their own. Others need constant attention, or they will rapidly start dying. Some plants flourish in weeks, while other take months. Despite all their differences, all plants have one thing in common: they’re beautiful.” – @lnnyblog
