Simply by caring for indoor plants, your elderly loved one will reap some wonderful health benefits. Having indoor plants and taking care of them reduces stress, cleans the air, and provides purpose for the gardener. From cacti to orchids, they all can do more than simply beautify your loved one’s home.
If your loved one doesn’t have any indoor plants, September is a great time to pick some up. Bring home new plants and enjoy a winter full of lush green beauty even during the snowiest of days.
First, look around your loved one’s home to see areas where plants could thrive. Most plants (but not all!) require some type of sunlight, whether direct or indirect. Is there an area where a nice potted tree would brighten a corner, or perhaps a hanging plant by the window will make a not-so-great view much more pleasant?
Next, do a bit of research on what kind of plants will be best for your loved one to care for. Taking care of indoor plants requires a bit more consistency and care than many outdoor plants. Some great indoor plants for your loved one might be spider plants, snake plants, and aloe vera plants. Many seniors also enjoy caring for succulents and cacti as they require even less care and provide a tropical look to the home.
The final step is diving in and purchasing some plants. For the healthiest plants, flower shops and garden centers are the best bet for your senior. She might appreciate having someone come with her to pick out the plants, and any other caretaking products she’ll need. Her senior home care provider can help with transportation and shopping.
Once home, it’s time to put the plants in their new homes. If a plant is going to live in a hanging basket, a senior home care provider can help hang it. Your loved one might want to set up alerts on her calendar for reminders about watering and fertilizing. Her senior home care provider can help her stay on top of caring for her plants by reviewing her calendar each week to see if the necessary care has been completed. Transitions can be hard for plants so those first few months are an important time for consistency in care.
The final step is to enjoy! Your parent will love being able to be around and care for green plants all year round and these new indoor plants will get her through the winter.
Reference
https://www.healthline.com/health/healthy-home-guide/benefits-of-indoor-plants
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