Happy 4th of July
To all of my American friends on Hive, wishing you a happy fourth of July. I hope you guys all have a good day celebrating your country's independence day.
House Plants
I've always liked house plants. We had them in our house growing up and they seemed natural to me. My wife did not initially want them, as she thought they'd be a pain to water and dust.
I persevered though and just saying I wanted them wasn't enough, so I did a little research on line and found some compelling reasons. Here are some of them
Cleaner Indoor Air: Houseplants contribute to a healthier living space by filtering out airborne pollutants, increasing moisture levels, and boosting oxygen production. This creates a fresher and more breathable indoor atmosphere.
Reduced Stress and Anxiety: Being surrounded by greenery has a soothing effect on the mind. Research shows that plants can lower stress levels, ease anxiety, and encourage a more relaxed, peaceful mood.
Boosted Focus and Efficiency: Incorporating plants into work or study areas has been shown to enhance cognitive function. They help sharpen focus, improve memory, and support higher levels of productivity.
Visual Enhancement: Indoor plants bring natural beauty into a room, adding life, color, and texture. They elevate interior design and make any space feel more vibrant and inviting.
Improved Emotional Well-being: Nurturing plants can be a therapeutic activity. It provides a sense of responsibility and mindfulness, which can help alleviate feelings of isolation and support mental health.
What happened next was miraculous. It's only been seen a handful of times in the wild. My wife accepted that I was right 😁😁
So we now have Houseplants in Four rooms in our home, with lots dotted around the kitchen and hall especially.
We have these Succulents on the windowsill in our kitchen and I simply love what they do this time of year.
If there's one thing plants want to do it's propagate and spread and thank God for that. Otherwise we wouldn't have fruit, nuts or seeds and these days they form part of the foundation of my diet and often my entire breakfast comprises of them with some milk poured on top.
Now, back to the plants before Tangential Tony here goes off on one!
The first time I saw a succulent seeding I was amazed. They are like a fishermen casting out a line. Each stalk produces a number of these little flowers below and each flower is a chance for this plant to propagate, to multiply, to live on, to not be the last in its lineage.
Here's another angle for you from overhead. The plants fishing line cast towards the sunlight from outside 🎣
Nature just doing it's thing.
One of the best things about succulent plants like these is that they are low-maintenance, requiring minimal watering and generally thriving in bright, indirect sunlight. This makes them a perfect Indoor plant, especially in Ireland.
As climate concerns grow and rightly so, succulents continue to gain popularity both indoor and outdoor for their sustainability and ability to conserve water while still offering visual beauty.
