Truths About the Plant Hobby No One Talks About

[@poeticplants]

There's something so grounding about doing plant chores-it’s like hitting the pause button on all the chaos around me. Watering, cleaning leaves, checking for new growth... it’s a routine that connects me to the present moment. And when a new leaf unfurls, it feels like a reward-a little 'thank you' from the plant for all the care and love you’ve given it. These moments remind me why I started this journey in the first place. 🌿💚😁

[@tomthumb3994]

you are amazing..i love you

[@GreenWitch1]

I’ve had plant collections for 45 years. It’s just something I do. I love their beauty, watching them grow and they make my home more beautiful. I don’t struggle with the need to buy hundreds, just the ones I really want. I water slowly over the course of a couple days & it doesn’t stress me at all.

[@villettemaynor975]

You hit the nail on the head. I've had that discussion within the last few weeks. I've admitted that I don't need nor want another plant at this time. I enjoy taking care of the ones that I own. I love growing them, inspecting them, wiping leaves, putting them in the shower, propagating them, putting them on moss poles, etc. They relax me, and give me a sense of purpose. I also like to challenge myself not to kill it.

[@poeticplants]

This is such a healthy way to enjoy the hobby. Focusing on care and connection is what it’s all about-well said 🌿🪴

[@Lemons19902010]

I feel the same way. I went from 70 to 40 in 2024, and now I'm content with growing what I have, not collecting more.

[@ginetteco]

the past 2 years I completely cut back on purchasing a new plant and just enjoying what I have. you can quickly get caught up in the joy it brings of getting a new plant and then feel overwhelmed when it comes to the care of them! and I definitely did not want to lose the peace it brings when taking care of a plant.

[@poeticplants]

Yes, definitely! Keeping the peace it brings is so important 🌱, but at the same time, if I see a wish-list plant available, I can't stop myself lol 😅

[@fanofbooks9]

Plants represent growth and as they thrive, I do as well.

[@manuelawiederkehr9167]

I've got about 35 tropical plants. They are small. I love each one of them.

[@poeticplants]

That’s awesome! 🌿 such a wholesome comment! 😊There's something special about having a collection you love

[@crxve]

I agree, my collection last year became overwhelming especially when winter came and I lost a lot of plants and then had no motivation. But ever since I’ve cut down and started over it’s more enjoyable

[@asha8443]

I actually have a florida room that serves as a greenhouse for my aloes. I don’t give away any of my plants but keep them growing. It’s a sense of accomplishment and and a feeling of mindfulness being around the aloes. And, right now in my life, I don’t spend money going out so for me the few plants I do buy are within my budget. At the same time, I have cut back on my purchases - my collection is large and diverse enough to keep my mind from wandering towards more. Happy gardening everyone!!

[@poeticplants]

It sounds like a really relaxing and fun place to hang out, and to admire your aloes 🌱😄 I would love a room like that, thanks for sharing!!

[@rachelvedock6376]

What an incredible video! One of my new years resolutions is to stop buying plants. I've maxed out my home office and refuse to spread to other parts of the house. I've definitely been at the mercy of all the afflictions you describe in this video. I'm lucky to have a university greenhouse nearby that takes the plants that simply aren't thriving in my collection, and it's a relief to know they'll get good care where they're going. But most importantly, I think you hit the absolute highlight of this hobby: the care routine. I hate watering. So my collection is primarily succulents. And going through each week to lift, inspect, and attend to each one is the most magically meditative process. 🥰

[@TRguy64]

Lovely video, I've gone through vast shifts of my focus of both indoor and outdoor garden plants, roses, clematis, waterlilies, hostas, etc. Indoors, I started young, at the time I most had enjoyed flowering houseplants, though with these often there had been aphid and spider mite problems, as well during the summer months, my those indoor plants would become so very neglected for me instead favoring to be outside in the veggie garden and as well as tending the annuals, perennials and all. Nowadays, have changed my focus to easy care eye catching foliage plants that can take a degree of neglect when each summer I again turn favor to my large lovely outdoor gardens. Every time I go shopping, I give a quick look if I can spy a lovely foliage plant that I simply cannot live without, though with thought in mind of not becoming overwhelmed with too many!

[@steveluxecable3817]

There’s something psychological that goes on with us plant people that borders on obsession. They make us feel good. The beauty. The accomplishment when we succeed. The drive to keep trying when we don’t. I think we have some strong nurturing qualities as well.

[@poeticplants]

Couldn't agree more 🌱🌱

[@adrabruzzese7610]

Indoors plants fill our desire to be closer to nature. They lift us up especailly in winter. Indoors im not a collector and like to use plants as part of the interior design. I prefer plants to Kniks knacks. In my garden I am a collector, my garden is a beautiful wild jungle.😊

[@poeticplants]

Absolutely agree! 🌿 Indoor plants truly bridge that connection to nature, and using them as part of interior design is such a great way to bring life into a space! 🌱🌱

[@surgeinc1]

Plant cabinets are my low maintenance choice. Creating a jungle behind glass with natural materials. Humidity, light and temp all easily controlled. 🌱

[@olafyp7154]

It started with my outdoor garden. I was really not into gardening, I hate watering the plants, I don't care if the plants die. But one day, I look at the Google Street of my house. It looked terrible. It's even makes me sad because I almost kill 2 of Majesty Palm plants there, which my mom gave me (I live in a tropical country, btw). I start watering them, I start to give "life" to my garden, I start to plant some vegetables and fail 😂. And then here I am, giving "life" to my indoor area 😊

[@revrabia]

I’ve become a snake plant addict. Love them

[@pauladuarte2157]

I admire your love for your plants, if only I could have the same passion😂

[@heretohelpyoux]

Love your passion! So like me!:) just found your channel my friend I’ve subscribed I look forward to seeing your channel grow hope you have a fantastic year! 🎉😊

[@curvingfyre6810]

Narrow down what you try to keep. For me, I collect tiny plants. oak leafed fig, hoya curtisii, pellionia repens, etc. It's a great way to have a diverse collection while keeping your scope reasonable.

[@cyc7lops]

Great video...thank you.

[@poeticplants]

Glad you liked it! 🌿😄

[@AlissaCoetzer]

The folar fertilising is very helpful👏🏼

[@villettemaynor975]

Also, did I see an avocado seed in pon? I've been growing mine in water only. The roots are crazy.

[@poeticplants]

It's actually perlite 😅 I got lazy and just threw it in there, while I decide what I want to do with the plant. Growing avocado from seed is always so fun to watch.

[@Tony.795]

You can grow them directly in soil because it's a seed and functions as such which gives you the best results in my experience.

[@villettemaynor975]

@@Tony.795 I have grown them in soil also. I've had success in water, but I was curious about pon or leca.

[@gitmoholliday5764]

It started with being a cheap *ss and using seeds from a store bought Chili plant, so it would save me some money next season.. now that exploded into buying & propagating succulents / peperomia etc.. and of course buying soil / pots / liquids / LEDs .. 😱 ( next I'll be looking for a bigger house )

[@poeticplants]

😂I love this journey! It always starts small, doesn’t it? Good luck with the house hunt-sounds like the plants are taking over 😅🌿🌿

[@gitmoholliday5764]

@poeticplants The day of the Triffids 2.0 ?? 😱

[@josetrigueros2012]

Been there, done that. Thanks

[@justscrolling1323]

"Why do you collect plants?" Ive never been asked that, and i dont know the answer😅

[@gios7409]

Is it customary that when you give a plant as a gift you also tell to the recipient how to care for them knowing you're a plant enthusiast

[@poeticplants]

It is, but sometimes care tips can get lost in communication. No worries though, I was able to mend the situation and we chose a more appropriate location for the plant. 😊🌱

[@amelie.1111]

Hey, how do you keep your mosspoles moist? Mine always dry out in 2 days 😩

[@poeticplants]

Honestly, I also find moss poles a lot of work! I have to mist them down every few days too. One trick I’ve tried is wrapping them in cling film (where the plant hasn’t grown), but it’s not the prettiest sight. 😅 It helps keep the moisture in, though!🌿🌿

[@L8BLUUMR]

Remember with indoor plants we are actively moving dirt INTO the house🙃

[@mikenealon4042]

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[@laetitialalila7390]

Hi Nick, love your content as usual, but would you please stop using those AI generated stock images? Those generators are trained on image data scraped from the internet, much of it copyrighted, and almost all of it without the artists’ permission. Artists train for years, sometimes decades, to hone their craft in a precarious and increasingly low-paid industry...we can choose whether to participate in that harm or not. Using plant photos from your own collection, or just you talking is enough for a good video! Keep up the good work! 😊💚

[@poeticplants]

Hi 🌿🌿, Thank you for the kind words and the important perspective, you’re absolutely right. I didn’t fully think about it like that or the impact. No more Ai generatored images 🙌😊

[@michelbequet6986]

Il faut réfléchir : pas acheter un chêne pour la salle de bain. Mais il faut connaître un minimum les plantes pour prendre celles qui sont adaptées à votre intérieur.😢 😢

[@shay61]

Hello. I collect bc. I’ve been doing this for 40 yrs. I must say though, I’ve learned more in the past 5 yrs than ever before. I’m trying to downsize now, but I need to stop propagating. It’s a relaxing and beautiful hobby that can get out of control watching videos 🤪. If I can get down to 100-150 would be wonderful. 🪴🌿❣️

[@poeticplants]

It really feels like the hobby has exploded in the last few years! 🌿That's when I started even. It’s amazing to hear you’ve been at it for 40 years 🙌🌿🌱 I’m curious, how old is your oldest plant?

[@shay61]

Hello. My oldest plant is a 30 yr old golden pothos. I list many when I became pregnant (they just didn't like me anymore). My largest collection has been over 300 including some container vegetable/herbs plants. My huge Ficus Benjamina Variegata finally said enough about 3 yrs ago, she would have been 35 yrs old. I'm starting to slow down. I have a few rarer, but easy, less dramatic is the vibe. I have a plant room that I'm currently rearranging, trying to downsize so I can see everything. Thanks for reaching out. I love this hobby❣️ Blessing dearest.