Houseplants
Keeping indoor plants thriving in pots, from leafy ferns to cacti and flytraps.
Houseplants
- To start
- $30
- Each month
- $10
- Time
- 1 hour a week
- Sessions
- 10 minutes or more
- Where
- At home
- Who with
- On your own
Is it for you?
- It's all about living things.
- It builds a collection you'll love curating.
- It slows your head right down.
- It asks almost nothing of your body.
You’ll like it if
- You want to switch off
- You want to build something of your own
- You want to get really good at something
Maybe not if
- You want a workout
- You want something fast and exciting
- You want it to be social
What it feels like
HouseplantsAverage nature & Outdoors hobbyCalm
Company
Physical effort
Creative freedom
Brainwork
Hands-on
Outdoors
Quick wins
$30Cheaper to start than 55% of hobbies
$10Over a year, more than the kit
$150About $3 an hour at 1 hour a week
Before you buy
Borrow from a friend or buy second-hand first. Upgrade once you know you will keep going.
Your first session
Buy two easy plants, learn their light needs and set a watering routine.
10 minutes or moreAt homeVery easy to start
Questions
How much does houseplants cost to start?
About $30 if you rent or borrow where people usually do, then about $10 a month once you are going.
How much time does houseplants take?
About 1 hour a week to enjoy it and get better, in sessions of 10 minutes or more.
Can I do houseplants at home?
Yes. Needs a table or a corner.
Is houseplants good for beginners?
Yes. It is very easy to start as a complete beginner. A good first session: Buy two easy plants, learn their light needs and set a watering routine.
Do I need other people for houseplants?
No. It works fine on your own.