“Giving gifts is an art. Some people have the ability to pick out the perfect personal gift. Others don’t (myself included). For those in the latter category, I’ve found the ideal solution that has never received a bad review – gifting houseplants.
Whether it’s a birthday, holiday celebration, or just a little treat, houseplants can brighten someone’s day instantly.
There is risk in gifting something that needs care and attention, but that concern is easy to work around. You can gift low-maintenance, almost impossible-to-kill houseplants to beginners, reserving the more unique species for avid houseplant collectors.
Snake plants can grow in low light to almost full sun, only need watering every couple of weeks (even less in winter), and thrive when given little attention.
There are several cultivars to look out for with different shapes and colors. They can also remain compact or grow quite tall, so tailor your choice to the most suitable variety for the space. Snake plants are great for any plant newbies, excluding perhaps your mother-in-law, thanks to their common name, mother-in-law’s tongue.
Monsteras are suitable for many interiors, with a soft and organic look. But if you want something a little more structural, the jade plant is perfect. This succulent handles indoor conditions incredibly well and develops thick branches that make it look almost like a small tree – bonsai without the technicalities.
As a bonus, jade plants don’t need watering often, holding excess moisture in their leaves and stems for times of drought. They make a wonderfully low-maintenance gift for any forgetful waterer.”
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