There is no way that a person can have 300 houseplants for “aesthetics.” Houseplants take time and energy. Houseplants take work. Even if people start purchasing plants because of Instagram, if they’ve managed to keep them a live and thriving there must be some love there. I see nothing wrong with that.
Danyal Howard I agree. I get annoyed when I see a plant hoarder making videos of sad dying plants that they forgot to water because they have over 1000 plants. I have around 70 plants and that’s my maximum, if I get an additional plant, I give are sell one, this way I keep my collection manageable and healthy
Nick Pileggi you’re kidding! That’s so messed up. Your clip is a big reason I was so disappointed in their video. You have sooo much great plant content on your channel & they chose to use that one single clip you have talking about social media & plants. It just proves to me that they were trying to sway viewers to think we do it for attention. I’m sorry that happened to you.
Another fluff piece from The New Yorker. Ok, some millennials like having plants in their homes. Guess what, so do some older people (I'm approaching 60). It's not a new trend. My Grandmother was in the WWI & WWII generation and had tons of plants. Adding in social media is new, but it's like that for any hobby (not just plant lovers). They could have approached it a lot differently without making it seem like millennial plant lovers are strange. For instance, today we have so much more information about plant care available at the touch of our fingertips. That fact helps us keep plants much better then we were able to, back in say the 1970's. The video is just going after clicks/views by trying to make something out of not much of anything.
I really appreciate your take on this from your generation! I'm young, but I don't know anybody that has more than maybe a few plants, of any age group. I couldn't tell if it was an age thing, or maybe regional. Probably regional, I live in zone 2 🤷♀️
I understand what you are saying. But my understanding of why The New Yorker made this video is because the younger generation is reviving the house plant industry. I don't believe they made it to say 'older people do not like plants'. I think it was just to show the rising interest in plants by younger people.
I’ve watched the New Yorker vid when it came out. I am almost 60 years old and I will give you my take on it. I am so happy to see more young people excited about house plants. Nice house plants require nurturing to grow and be healthy, abet maybe for social media. They care for and nurture; meeting the needs of a living thing and then to see their excitement with new growth! It’s awesome! This world can never have too many plants! ☘️🌿🌱🍀🌵🎋
Day of the Triffids. Joke. I love gardening & encourage everyone to get connected in growing plants, learning the skill & discipline of nurturing (plants are a good practice test for nurturing other humans in our care), & hopefully also growing something tasty that we can share with other humans.
I think it’s a fun hobby that gets us away from our phones and stress in the world. Yes I see a plant that someone has from the internet and I want it too. Because it’s for my collection that basically just brings happiness.
Hmm. I don't post on social media. I'm not a millennial, I'll be 60 in June. I am a plant addict, hoarder, whatever. I also have many shade perennials, my landlord allows me to design and garden. I do it for therapy. My kids moved away, waaay far away, and I'm feeling empty nest pain. Plants give me something to nurture and care for. So I really don't fit their mold. I agree with you Harli.
Aaawww you are so cute it makes me happy to know that. I hope you never loose interested in plants. And I hope you can find all the plants on your wish list.
I have a few devil's ivies and like a HUGE garden thanks to my mom's extensive gardening we have 3 palm trees,tons of jasmine,tons of bougainvillea (the Arabic word for it is more memorable"hellish" Or "Jahanamia") ,spearmint ,birds of paradise etc so its a good investment as your kids will have your plants to remember you by especially bonsai she is still alive and well but if she dies ill take care of the garden
I didn’t watch their video because of the reasons you mentioned. My mother has always had our house looking like a jungle! Now that I’m an adult it would feel weird not to be surrounded by them. Plants make me happy & feel closer to her. Plants are like having a dog, you can’t have just one & no home is complete without them. Not everyone gets into plants for social media!!
I feel like trying to put a social media spin on that video is SO ironic- it's about PLANTS. Maybe millenials get overwhelmed by all the technology everywhere and need a little EARTH in our lives, ya know? 💚
I'm a Baby Boomer and so many of my family even in years past have loved and grown house plants. As far as people picking on Millennials, by calling how they feature house plant videos some kind of trend for social media attention, don't they realize these young people could be trying to get attention in so many other ways that could be negative or harmful??? I see plenty of Boomers jumping on the bandwagon enjoying raising plants and sharing their experiences too! C'mon everybody, there's always gonna be trends.....hurray! They're fun! Let's all lighten up, k? Love you Harli! xo
❤ I became a house plant collector after my HUSBAND brought me multitudes of beautiful flowers and after few weeks they would fade. One day I told him if you ever go to buy me flowers buy me live flowers so I can keep them forever so he did! Best decision I've ever made. When my tulips bloom over and over years again i get reminded of the sweet memory and his love for me ❤
I remember my mom told my older sisters a long time ago that next time they think of getting her roses to get her plants instead. Roses on a vase die in a week. And she's right! Now my husband knows to never get me pretty flowers on a vase. Instead he buys me plants!
YES! I grew up with a container garden because we lived in an apartment building with no yard. My dad was the owner of the property so he had the containers outside all over the property. This interest was always there but social media just enabled a deeper understanding of it
It's true my cousin has a bunch of houseplants and I was like, "I want houseplants too!" It's slowly growing and is definitely a lot of work, but I absolutely love it and haven't felt this happy in a long time.
Check out planterina on TH-cam. She’s awesome 😎. She’s has a very large collection of plants. She also is very very knowledgeable about plants as well.
I'm 27 and don't know anyone my age who enjoys plants so channels like this make me so happy. I started off with house plants and have recently starting moving on to outdoor container gardening (as I dont have a proper garden). I love having something to take care of and to be able to watch something grow that I planted all on my own is really fulfilling. This last week has been awful for me having found out that a very close family member has cancer. The peaceful garden centre has become my sanctuary. I have found gardening so therapeutic as it allows me to be outside and keep myself busy taking my mind off all of the upset. I think people my age who look at plants and gardening as something boring and meant for older people are really missing a trick! It's honestly been a saviour for me recently.
I feel like of all the things that there are to do to get social media fame, keeping 50+ houseplants alive is probably among the harder ones... It's too much trouble if you don't actually love doing it.
Why are they trying to show houseplants as a trend. Houseplants have been around probably as long as houses have been around. And the quote about the 1970s... Uh houseplants were HUGE in the 70's and not a millennial in sight, lol
I am a millennial and I got into plants because I ultimately would like to become a beekeeper one day and because I couldn’t do that right away I decided to help the bees in other ways by improving their environment and giving them food and water through gardening. It started with one basil plant, then propagating it, then I branched out to edibles, now it’s full blown with plants outside and inside of my house. Although I have social media, it came long after my plant obsession and I simply love to share it and bring others joy. Not to mention it’s the fastest way we can learn from one another, I’ve learned everything I know about gardening/plants from people I found on social media. Love your videos and Summer’s too!!!!
I know this is an old video to comment on, but whatever, I just watched it. I’m new to all this, about five months in, and I just want to say thank you! I’m grateful to the mellenials who have these channels where I have learned so much and that have introduced me to a whole new facet of life that is bringing me peace and a feeling of community. I’m a generation older than you guys and only wish I’d started sooner, but I’m so glad to have found you now!
Before it was Instagram, it was online forums. And before that, gatherings at local nurseries. It's interesting everything gets framed in time as if it hasn't always been a part of life. It just wasn't in everyone's awareness like it can be now with the internet.
100% Agree With You Harlz. I started collecting plants because of my mom, growing up I remember she would always go to big box stores and buy indoor/outdoor plants. Now im just like her. Social media only helped me discover new plants and learn more about them.
A few weeks ago I saw an article in a newspaper about this subject. Some of the comments were negative, and maybe ignorant about the supposed reasons young people have gotten interested in house plants. Personal observations: I have thought about this thing, and social media aside, I don't go there, I am grateful for this interest. And very grateful for the plant community on TH-cam, I learn so much. This interest in plants has caused the plant industry to explode, and make more plants and varieties available to those of us who have loved plants most of our lives. I can go to Walmart and find plants I never saw before. Shopping online for plants has become a big deal to me. I can have many beautiful plants that I never would have dreamed of before this. So thank you, I do not like the term Millenials, young people for making a big difference in the plant market for all of us.
Glad I watched this instead of the New Yorker video. I liked your insights, especially about how your plants remind you that it’s “going to be ok.” Love your videos! :)
For years I've had a love for cacti and looking after them and watching them grow. The past few months i have found myself falling in love with other types of plants and i brought them into my home. I've had people use me and treat me like dirt and its really affected my mental health and how i see the world and people. I love caring for plants because they can't hurt you and they bring you so much joy
I’m technically an xennial(born ‘81) and I love my plant collection. I grew up with my grandmother and mom having plant collections. I actually started looking for plants that my nana and mom grew when I was a child for nostalgic reasons(hoyas, Christmas cactus, African violets, lipstick plants etc) and then branched our to other types that I think are interesting. It’s fun, relaxing and gives me a sense of accomplishment when I can grow, propagate or revive plants. It’s nurturing :)
I keep plants because it helps me reconnect with nature and feel at peace. I work an emotionally tolling job so coming home and spending 30 mins with these plants (watering, pruning etc) gives me space/time to ground myself.
I don't have Instagram or anything but I still have a bunch of house plants. My grandma's grandma started the houseplant tradition in my family and it has just kind of been passed down from her. Plants are amazing and they make your space beautiful/serene. Plus it's a lot of fun to care for all my plant friends, idk what I would do without them.
There has always been people that loved plants and are collectors....we just see it more and are able to connect with more plant lovers due to social media. My mother and grandmother both loved plants and so do I and my children. It is just a passion and joyful
This year I finally got out of my apartment that had no light, and am at last in a space where I could have some plants! This is the first time I've been able to keep plants healthy and alive and it has given me so much more joy than I thought it could! I am at 28 plants so far, and I really think I can't help myself from getting 200 more. Checking on all of them when I wake up and before bed has given me a great routine during this quarantine, probably when it's most needed. AND! I love the fact that there are so many people like Harli on here that inspire and help through the process of becoming a plant enthusiast.
I'm 43 and have always had plants, my mum did too. She gave anyone who visited the house a plant tour (whether they wanted it or not, she had over 100 different species of clemetis in the garden 🤣) Houseplants aren't new, social media is. I am grateful to the younger people who have made houseplants more popular and therefore more accessible! Our garden centres in the uk used to offer a few cacti and spiderplants, now they are choc full of interesting plants :)
Harli you’re doing TH-cam for the right reasons-sharing your love of plants! That’s why I love watching your videos along with all your other subscribers! Keep being you-we all love you & your love of plants!
I watch your videos all the time. I find it refreshing that someone young is into houseplants. Growing up I always thought of that is an old lady thing. Now that I am the old lady, I make time for things that bring me joy. Houseplants, vermiculture, chickens, dogs, container gardening, Bible Journaling bring me joy. No judgement here, just joy.
Hmmmm... Caring people know that plants are very important to us. They clean our air, brighten every corner, and give us someone to talk to besides ourselves. The moral of my statement: Plant people are smart and never lonely! 🌿🌿
Honestly, scrolling through social media and seeing plants and people loving and taking care of something that's beautiful and living is so much more of a mentally healthy way for me to spend time on Instagram and TH-cam than when I was obsessed with makeup or whatever. If people are doing it for attention, that's whatever. I am so grateful for you and people like Summer Rayne and every other plant lover. Every time I go to therapy on a bad day and I'm asked what I'm doing that's healthy for me and keeping me going l, I always say "well... I have a lot of plants that I love to take care of and research..." I'm not popular on social media, I just found this little niche that accepts everyone and promotes life and spans multiple generations(!) And it's the most healthy thing I've seen online!!!
My moms mom collects house plants. And my mom. Now me (and all my siblings and cousins). All age groups. My 16 year old daughter has now started a collection of her own. My son used to think I was nuts. Now he’s 12 and is so into it. I have probably 150+ plants inside alone. He loves to come around with me when I water or do my daily checks to see the new growth and when potting. I’m hoping he will continue to enjoy as he gets older. Plus I love the bonding time with my children as I pass this on to them. I’m 36 and have been a plant addict my whole life.
I agree with you the overuse of the word “esthetic “ makes my skin crawl. I am not a millennial. I am of the later end of the baby boomers generation. I have always had plants and I get inspiration and ideas from plant people. I am a biology teacher so I know my way around botany. Why do people have problems with a hobby that just brings endless joy. Can we just say that plants make people of any age happy? Do we have to always analyze everything to death?
Plants are not new. I've cared for my plants for decades. They are the one consent in my life. Now matter where I live I have plant and they go with me. I do feel grateful for TH-cam bringing me the information I need to care for them better and bringing variety through access of information. You're great! Thank you for sharing!
Thanks Adam & Eve for getting gardening trending... I started gardening long before I joined social media (I'd give plants as gifts all the time, regardless of the occasion or if there was 1), I'm just glad to get tips from people posting what worked & what didn't work for them on youtube.
I'm on social media as an artist, but don't post my plants outside of occasional Instagram stories. I got into them *because* I came across Jenna's plant tour accidentally, at a time I really needed to focus on self care. I had always done patio gardening, but it was really frustrating because the direct summer sun would kill anything and everything in pots unless I could water them twice a day, year after year. I had never considered house plants before for some reason, thinking maybe they'd be harder to care for, but totally adore them now. They're for me alone to enjoy, but I learn so much from videos here, so I'm grateful for that.
I had house plants in my room when I was a little girl in the 70's. Then as a parent of young children I was addicted to outdoor garden of flower beds (fairy gardens, water ponds).It was a way to keep my an eye on my children and I was addicted to watching the gardens grow. Then a couple years ago I started back collecting house plants. I am 53 and LOVE house plants, they make me happy and relax. Now my children are in their 20's, and my daughter and I bond over our plant obsession. I think it is a healthy addiction :)
I LOVE this. The main reason I enjoy your channel is because you are so real, honest and not afraid to speak your mind. I have certainly gotten more into the houseplant lifestyle and part of that is you and the other channels I have come across on TH-cam.
I've always liked plants and my dad always had them, and it didnt click in my head that i could keep them too, now i have 15 and i love my plant babies i love waking up and seeing all the green and i want to share them so i take pictures. im glad theres a community i can share that with
My grandmother and mother both lived on the Rez and both always had houseplants, indoor crops and green thumbs. I picked up my green thumb from them. My grandfather is Filipino and was really into Bonsai, both are passions and problems. Love bonsai and plants, but damn. You run out of room quickly! It’s an amazing process and teaches you a lot of patience, plus it makes the hone feel magical IMO. I am a truck driver and avid outdoorsman, fishing guide, I am a 33 year old millennial, and I love plants. Most would never guess, but I really love watching them grow. I am trying to pass this to my 3 children too. It can teach you so much! Your videos are great, thank you!
Hey Harli! I really think it's all relative. I just turned 40 and I am considered a 'Gen X'. We didn't grow up with social media, we had no way to reach out and connect like we do now. The millenial generation has MUCH more exposure and experience with technology and social media, so it stands to reason that you see it more frequently from this group. I can tell you there are so many of us 'older' crowd who are getting on board and who would probably love to do something like TH-cam, but aren't as exposed and comfortable with the technology. You just keep doing you lady!! We're all lovin' it! And if people think we're crazy... That's ok too... People don't like what they don't understand. Xoxo
One more comment haha but honestly caring for my plants makes me feel similar to caring for my dogs. Like after i go on a hike with my dog i feel this rlly warm happiness because i feel like i treated my dog well and it’s just a good nurturing feeling and personally i love LOVE nurturing like everything and everyone i love caring for pets, family members, babysitting(AND dog sitting lol), and of course plants!!! When i see that I’ve taken good care of my plants i get that feeling, i can’t help but smile when i see that i helped grow that plant that might’ve been doing bad or whatever. Idk that’s just what i think :)
The thing is that with social media and Millennials, like ourselves, is a double-edged sword. Through social media, we are able to spread more information, understand stuff better through that. There will always those who do things because of social media attention. Hopefully, they realise that they have fallen in love with what they are gain attention through and start loving them for what they are truly. I have always grown up with plants living in sunny Singapore, garden city. My mum loves her orchids and balcony garden, that taught me to love plants. I have a 20 and growing collection of indoor plants now. And you guys have really helped me care for my plants so much better! Continue doing what you are doing Harli! Peace out!
Thanks, Harli. I saw your clip in that video and loved hearing your take on the matter. My "old" ass is still considered a millennial, but houseplants have been part of my life for as long as I can remember. Haven't made a social media post (other than the occasional comment) in years. I have several that survived me somehow for 15 years or so. I'm here for ideas and pointers, and I'll take the giggles when I can! Great CONTENT. Thanks for the inspiration.
I totally understand that spark you are talking about. I've always lived nature and gravitated towards plants at stores and such since I was a kid, but never thought to bring one home until I came across videos such as yours. So about 2 months ago I bought 3 plants. Now I have close to 30. They bring life inside our closed doors and stifled little worlds. I truely have felt a difference physically and emotionally.
Having some one to share the plant life love with, helps. Not everyone in our everyday life enjoys the same things we do, so it really is fun to have people to share it with. Thanks Harli, enjoyed another of your videos.
I just got started with house plants (I had a little bit of a vegetable garden the previous year) and I love the comfort taking care of them gives me. And I don’t have children yet so if I can put my energy into taking care of these plants, it makes me feel a little more confident that I be an okay mom.
I just subscribed. I think it’s wonderful that we can share all of our experiences and help now that we have the ability to have social media. I have had plants way back in the 70’s as did my mother. I just think the millennial thing gets so blown up. We never had this great opportunity growing up and I just love it and who knows what the future will bring. I so enjoy your channel and your advice.
Mellinials arent the only generation to fall in love with plants. I was born in 1960 and have loved plants for a large part of my life, my generation just didnt have the social media to share our love of plants over the world. I do love watching the videos, seeing plants I dont have and would love to find. We all love plants and it makes us older plant lovers feel more connected to the younger plant lovers. Plants make us all happy.
Yes! I really didn't like the way they tried to make it out as if millennials are the 'masterminds' behind houseplant ownership. Many of us grew up with a love of houseplants from our parents, aunts, grandparents, great grandparents etc! Social media has become a great tool for plant lovers to come together & I just love that aspect of this community!
I love that your 'feelings' are "fillings"; such an actual vibe. This video is interesting to me for a few reasons... I am a new subscriber, and a new houseplanter. Oddly enough, the video you're reacting to was largely the spark of my interest in houseplants. I watched that video maybe three weeks ago and now have over 15 plants in my home. Loving the new fillings my plants are bring into my life and my home. Thank you for sharing!
Yes!!! I fell in love with house plants as a kid because i was always around them, I picked up indoor gardening in high school going through rough times. I still continue to do it to this day and it makes me so happy! Thank you for using social media to connect with those who found themselves with indoor gardening, you are so freaking awesome 💕 one of the best house plant youtubers there is ✨
I'm too old (66) and too new to social media (10/2018) other than TH-cam (2005) to have much knowledge of these generational concerns. All I know is that among all the plant people here on TH-cam, you're my favorite Harli because of your Knowledge, Humility, Beautifully human quirkiness, and general wonderfulness!!!
Plus my mom had tons of house plants when I was growing up... for the longest time people would talk about my mom’s plants and how lush and beautiful they were. I am pretty sure my love from plants comes from there too.
I’m 51 and just recently developed a love of houseplants. My yard looks terrible because I don’t like being out in the heat. It just occurred to me that I can try to grow plants inside the house. I’ve had a few plants over the years, but now I’m really interested in them. Thank you for your videos! I’m learning a lot. 😉
Millennial here, I had a few plants for a few years, and what got me started on my addiction was taking a biology class where we learned all the phyla. It was so interesting to me. The reward of seeing a happy, healthy plant makes spending maybe 30-45 min a day watering plants is what does it for me. I became interested in the social media community (that i didnt even know it existed) after I saw Jenna Marbles video about her house plants. They make my living space lively and calming!
Hello from West Palm Beach Florida just letting you know that I enjoy your videos and I have a lot of plants in my backyard and looking at your videos I started bringing some of my plants inside the house and it looks beautiful and it makes me feel really great and my husband loves it thank you very much you really inspired me a lot thank you very much keep making videos I really enjoy them ..Louise Torres
I’m a Baby Boomer and the mother of three Millenials, and they love plants because their mom does. So yes every generation has its craziness. Yeah for us plant lovers!
Hahaha! Thanks for great insight with laughs too. I’m not a millennial so you’ve opened my eyes on a few non-plant related topics today. I love watching your videos. Keep making them.
Aww sweetie no worries about the media and how they view you, know what is in your heart and be dedicated to it. Continue to educate yourself and others. I am 50 and you have inspired me and many others.
Do you think you would still shop for, purchase and keep the houseplants you have if you were unable (alternate universe style) to post at all on any social media platform? Do you think social media influences which plants you feel you HAVE to have and some that you may not want BECAUSE they aren’t popular online? (These are just questions by the way... not based at all on assumptions about you as an individual)! The answers might make an interesting video! I’m considered a baby boomer (tail end of that generation anyway) and your videos were what got me interested in houseplants (thank you) so I’ve never actually thought of it as a “millennial thing”!
Interesting question about which plants people want basted on which ones go around on social media. I feel like everyone hates on weeping figs because they like to drop leaves but I love mine despite that fact and no one fawns over them. Same with schefflera and china dolls. Beatiful plants but no one talks about them. But I can't find a peperomia rosso or a philodendron micans anywhere locally because they are always snached up or ridiculously expensive online. :/
I love taking pictures of my plants and sharing them online because no people in my "in real life" life appreciate plant and plant care as much as i do. My mother loves plants as long as they live in the garden but i love indoor plants as well and i love having a community where i can share tips, excitement and even aesthetic pictures. There is nothing wrong in thinking that your plant looks pretty and taking an aesthetic picture of it. Who cares? People love pretty stuff, humans have always loved pretty things! I do feel like many plants get trendy and then go back to oblivion very quickly thanks to social media but social media has also exposed me to some varieties that i would have never encountered inrl and they are stunning and interesting. I love learning about plant biology 😁
Millennial here- I stared with plants by propagating things I found in the wild. After some time I NEEDED more. I have an insta Account but I’m very picky about what I follow. I started using instagram to ID plants that I found in the wild by searching tags. Then I stared finding plant accounts to follow that were very informative. Once I started finding these accounts I heard “A Whole New World” play in my head because I was ole Ed up to all the possibilities of plants I could own and got insight on how to decorate with them and create vessels to hold them in. So yes social media influenced what I bought- but it was the best influence because I was already in the plant train looking to learn more.
I got into plants first and then looked for other like minded people on youtube. I don't have social media influence at all, and yet I have a bunch of succulents and other plants. Seeing them grow just inspires joy, it has nothing to do with social media. I recently harvested two pineapples from plants I grew. You can imagine how happy I was. I get excited every time I see new growth and my plants give back so much. I can see why people want to share that and in this age of tech and social media, they have an easier time doing it is all.
I’m 65 years old and I love Millenialsand their energy and their courage. Life is tough these days and most times, actually. When my husband and I were starting out, jobs were all but impassible to find. We were stupid about most things, but brave, too. That is a good approach. I love plants because my mother had them. She had little money,but always had plants. They give so much and need little.
I started working at a green house in September and I’ve loved plants ever since!! I get so happy when I get a new plant it’s insane 😅 I love learning about all of them and how different they are. I made a plant video because of you! I hope to do more in the future. You’re one of my favorite people to watch ❤️
Honestly, I saw Jenna Marbles plant tour on TH-cam a few months ago and saw how genuinely HAPPY she was, it inspired me to get a houseplant myself. I was going through a time where I felt so sad and lost with my life but seeing my new plant grow (foxtail fern!) gave me such joy! This inspired me to read and research about other houseplants and I ended up getting more that I keep in my bedroom and kitchen. I have 7 plants now (and only killed one, RIP!) but throughout all the highs and lows of me trying to take care of my plants, at the end of the day, I am just so happy to look at them on my window sill and see them grow. It’s really helped me with my depression and other mental health issues too. So I guess I bought my first plant because of social media but I definitely fell in love with plants themselves and not just the aesthetic.
Yes! Being inspired by social media & doing things for social media are entirely different (: I am so happy Jenna Marbles was able to inspire sooo many people to fall in love with plant keeping! It really is so rewarding!
I just watched the video in question, and I thought it was great, but it's so not just millennials! I turn 50 this year, and have 3 millennial children, and I'm a new convert to the concept of the indoor jungle! 2 of my 3 kids think I'm nuts, the middle one is gradually starting his own collection. I've always been very active on social media myself and yes, I've just started an instagram account just for plant stuff, but that's just so I don't bore everyone on my other account! I don't post there for likes and follows, I just love sharing how beautiful plants are, and seeing everyone else's little green babies. I am also learning SO much about plant care from people who've been doing this for longer than I have. I have started collecting, nurturing and loving plants simply because I love seeing them around me in my home. I've also had issues with severe anxiety over the years, and I find them so soothing and calming - both being surrounded by them and caring for them. Propagating is probably my favourite aspect of being a plant mama - maybe it's my maternal instinct, lol, but now that my human babies are all big, I can have new babies! So, my take on this is - there is no such thing as too many plants, no matter what age you are
I just commented on Daya’s video this morning about how much mad respect I have for all your generation for your time and energy that you invest in giving us older hippies loads of education and sharing your own personal green journeys. I love the upbeat vibes that your videos contain. In the plant community there is always a positive energy and ☀️😊💚
Harli .....What A Great Thing I think with the ....Plant Craze.... And while there may be more of ur generation Harli that make these Wonderful. Videos than other generations... They are so enjoyable to watch. I've learned so much since the 5 mos. I have been in this .....Unexpected..... WONDERFUL ....LIFE. CHANGING ....PLACE...And after months of Depression. I have no words to express how happy I am now..mostly. So if Your Generation started this Beautiful Craze.... Then I can only Wish I Could WATCH Your Generation grow into the Mostly Wonderful. People.I Believe You Are.. I am 74yrs...baby of 8 & oldest brothers name was...Harley...lol ❤ THANK YOU & FOR MY LIFES CHANGE.. FOUND. PLANTERINA... FIRST.... sorry so long lv..(smile)
Just watched this and found it to shed quite a positive light on plant 'collecting' and the reasons millennial's may be collecting them. There is no denying that social media is huge in the lives of our younger generations, I feel there is no cause for anyone to go on the defense because the New Yorker points it out. It can have negative and damaging impact in many ways, but the sharing of new plants and care-taking tips is one of the positives that can come from a social media platform. The reasons the video -- mostly Summer -- point out are legit. Calming effects, getting in touch with nature, healthy environment--also slowing down the faster pace of life and the stresses placed on millennials are all very real scenarios going on. As far as looking at plants from an aesthetic point of view-- why not? They are beautiful and enhance my home, I'm always watching different things on styling for my plants and THAT brings me great joy too. I have over a hundred plants and I don't want it to just look like they are crammed everywhere willy nilly. My daughter is a millennial that introduced me to the instagram plant community (never had an instagram before then, :) ) and I am so happy to have found the beautiful pictures and happy faces, along with the care tips and knowledge so many young people are sharing
I only have 15-ish plants (one of them had to be deconstructed due to root rot, it’s now being propagated) and my family and friends think I’ve gone mad or that I’m feeling some maternal child-bearing instincts. And to me, it just makes me so happy to see new growth and I’ve become so much more plant conscious when I’m outside
I got into house plants after my dog passed away. She was very sick at the end of her life and not having something to nurture and care for left a hole in my heart. While I was out just browsing the first arrivals of succulents at my home Depot I saw a cute little succulent beginning to flower called "Lola" and I immediately knew I needed it because that was her name. After that my obsession took off. I love my plant babies and they got me through a very tough time with my dog passing. They remind me of her in a good way every single day. Plants aren't just a trend,they help so many people heal. Plus I don't even use social media,I didn't even realize plants were trendy until this.
I am 55 and recently started starting tending to indoor plants. I enjoy it so much! Your videos have been so fun and informative. I have 3 millennial kids and they all have different interests. I think the media uses millennials as a way to get views. You are awesome, keep up the great content!
I got addicted to plants bc I bought a cactus, named it meatloaf, felt that it was lonely and *boom* now I have 24 plants in my bedroom, my own section in the garden and a herb garden. Also i found that the care routine helped control my OCD and General anxiety disorder.
I had not had social media in years up until recently. I generally don't like social media and all of the pressure it puts on people to feel "liked". The only reason I recently made an Instagram account was to share my love for my plants and to be apart of a community that has the same feelings. I also hope to start an online plant shop one day and I felt that I should get my name out there to better promote it. I completely agree with everything you're saying Harli and I'm glad you have a platform to express what a lot of us are feeling about that video. 💚
I was really sick about 1-1/2 ago and watched TH-cam videos on terrarium builds & although I’ve always had a few plants, my terrariums really got me back into plants and my frogs in natural terrariums. I enjoy the “millennial generation” loving plants. My grandma was the biggest plant lover I knew, she had a small greenhouse & on the weekends & summer I always helped her with all her orchids & other plants. She would love all the plants I have now 😁 love you & your mom 🥰💚🌿🤘🏼
So growing up in NYC with my Parents and Siblings we Always had plants in our home life.. we moved upstate and the plant exploding began💚 from a plant childhood life of course that followed me into adulthood from my Military life around the world and across the USA. Plants are very important in the human life. Stop comparing and just Grow On🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱 Thanks Mom and Dad💚🌱
Harli I love your videos but today especially you helped me get through a really bad panic attack with this video and it brought me back. I can’t thank you enough for your positive energy. 💕
Aside from my family and the internet house plant community, I don't have anyone who likes houseplants so I'm glad that I can come online and watch one of your videos where you are repotting a plant and I just feel like if I'm hanging out with you. It's like the mukbang videos on TH-cam but with plants LMFAO. 💗💗💗
I actually had no idea about the house plant community! My mom always had plants and would occasionally give me some. And I finally got tired of killing them so I started looking up how to care for them. That's when I came upon you and a couple other TH-camrs and then started following on people on Insta. You're right that when you catch the bug and start seeing your plants thrive you want to chase that feeling! And then finding people who are passionate about the same thing is rewarding in its own way! Anyway, thanks for your helpful content! I grew up in Utah, btw!
YES 100% thank you for saying all this. That's exactly how I felt when I watched that video! I kept avoiding watching it cause I was like eeeek I'm not gonna be pleased after watching it but it's so true after seeing what other commenter have said - that no plant person is taking care of 50 plants every day for the 'gram.... I live in a place with harsh winters and I'd always be bummed out when it was time to toss the plants because it was too cold for them in the fall, so one year I decided I was just gonna keep them inside...and here I am 50+ plants and growing lol. I'm constantly astounded by the way plants (aroids - can't get enough!!) adjust to indoor environments and the tons of ways plants grow and store water. To take care of plants you need to do research and love them!! Thank you for this video!
This is easily in my top 3 videos you've ever made. I totally agree with you. My instagram is filled with plants because my life is filled with plants, my job is horticulture, and my passion is thus as well. Not vice versa. It's not a facade, and I know at least two people personally in my life who I can attest feel the same way. The three of us could sit for hours on end and just talk about the science of plants and learn from one another. And, beyond that, we do so without our phones out posting about it. Like you said, the genuineness, the realness of the "obsession" is horribly evident, and I don't think that those who do it purely for the social media factor will last - like all trends. In addition, as one who works in the plant industry, I can tell you that, while houseplants are something people like me cling to, it's not exclusively ours. I share my love with my mom who is now very into plants. Your mom, my friend Becca's mom, my Gen X boss, and so many other people in my life are "obsessed" with plants. One final comment - the mere fact that we all have different tastes when it comes to plants and don't all have the same "trendy" plants shows that we take this personally and into our own hands. We make it our own. When love and care is involved, it's hard not to.
Thank you for making this video. I agree with a lot of what you said. I went to a fundraiser last night for every plant purchase it went to a non profit for helping urban city schools learn about gardening and having sustainable resources. Bebee plants just posted a video about it. Last nights experience for me was meeting house plant community members and geeking out over this love and joy.
I totally agree with you. I really feel like Social media has merely allowed us to find hobbies/obsessions a lot easier than we would have in the past. We're able to connect with other plant lovers and it's a great way to share information and educate each other. I definitely don't equate being a millennial to wanting attention via social media. I agree with you that we meet people of all ages from all different parts of the world that share a love of plants, not just millenials. Love your commentary. Keep doing you girl!
Your videos are simply fun. Whether a trend or not I could care less. My house is so dark most of the time, so I absolutely loved one of the first ones I saw from you about the low light plants. 😍🌱
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Who's with me?
Primal in Pink me for sure 🙋🏽♀️
Primal in Pink UBW for life🤘🏻
Primal in Pink time and place 😂
I like water and have woven baskets. I’m with you!
There is no way that a person can have 300 houseplants for “aesthetics.” Houseplants take time and energy. Houseplants take work. Even if people start purchasing plants because of Instagram, if they’ve managed to keep them a live and thriving there must be some love there. I see nothing wrong with that.
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Danyal Howard I agree. I get annoyed when I see a plant hoarder making videos of sad dying plants that they forgot to water because they have over 1000 plants. I have around 70 plants and that’s my maximum, if I get an additional plant, I give are sell one, this way I keep my collection manageable and healthy
They’re like my literal babies to me 🥺
They made me seem so basic :( They even used a different video than the one they had reached out about
Nick Pileggi you’re kidding! That’s so messed up. Your clip is a big reason I was so disappointed in their video. You have sooo much great plant content on your channel & they chose to use that one single clip you have talking about social media & plants. It just proves to me that they were trying to sway viewers to think we do it for attention. I’m sorry that happened to you.
Another fluff piece from The New Yorker. Ok, some millennials like having plants in their homes. Guess what, so do some older people (I'm approaching 60). It's not a new trend. My Grandmother was in the WWI & WWII generation and had tons of plants. Adding in social media is new, but it's like that for any hobby (not just plant lovers). They could have approached it a lot differently without making it seem like millennial plant lovers are strange. For instance, today we have so much more information about plant care available at the touch of our fingertips. That fact helps us keep plants much better then we were able to, back in say the 1970's. The video is just going after clicks/views by trying to make something out of not much of anything.
I really appreciate your take on this from your generation! I'm young, but I don't know anybody that has more than maybe a few plants, of any age group. I couldn't tell if it was an age thing, or maybe regional.
Probably regional, I live in zone 2 🤷♀️
My mom andgeandma both kept tons of plants. It's totally intergenerational.
I understand what you are saying. But my understanding of why The New Yorker made this video is because the younger generation is reviving the house plant industry. I don't believe they made it to say 'older people do not like plants'. I think it was just to show the rising interest in plants by younger people.
@@ashtonkoole6497 exactly!
Here here I'm 47 and just started my house plant journey .
I’ve watched the New Yorker vid when it came out. I am almost 60 years old and I will give you my take on it. I am so happy to see more young people excited about house plants. Nice house plants require nurturing to grow and be healthy, abet maybe for social media. They care for and nurture; meeting the needs of a living thing and then to see their excitement with new growth! It’s awesome! This world can never have too many plants! ☘️🌿🌱🍀🌵🎋
Exactly.
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This. ❤
Yes!! 💚
Day of the Triffids. Joke. I love gardening & encourage everyone to get connected in growing plants, learning the skill & discipline of nurturing (plants are a good practice test for nurturing other humans in our care), & hopefully also growing something tasty that we can share with other humans.
I think it’s a fun hobby that gets us away from our phones and stress in the world. Yes I see a plant that someone has from the internet and I want it too. Because it’s for my collection that basically just brings happiness.
Guen yes definitely! It’s a fun part about it all 😊
100% agree! Except when your on your phone to find your unicorn plants!🤣
Hmm. I don't post on social media. I'm not a millennial, I'll be 60 in June. I am a plant addict, hoarder, whatever. I also have many shade perennials, my landlord allows me to design and garden. I do it for therapy. My kids moved away, waaay far away, and I'm feeling empty nest pain. Plants give me something to nurture and care for. So I really don't fit their mold. I agree with you Harli.
I’m only 11 and I have collected 20+ plants within the past 8months
Aaawww you are so cute it makes me happy to know that. I hope you never loose interested in plants. And I hope you can find all the plants on your wish list.
I started really early too. Enjoy your plants and I hope you get lots more. It's a great hobby.
I have a few devil's ivies and like a HUGE garden thanks to my mom's extensive gardening we have 3 palm trees,tons of jasmine,tons of bougainvillea (the Arabic word for it is more memorable"hellish" Or "Jahanamia") ,spearmint ,birds of paradise etc so its a good investment as your kids will have your plants to remember you by especially bonsai she is still alive and well but if she dies ill take care of the garden
Cool I'm 15 and have 70+ houseplants
you started early! im 14 but i only have 8 plants, a small amount that i hope will increase
I didn’t watch their video because of the reasons you mentioned. My mother has always had our house looking like a jungle! Now that I’m an adult it would feel weird not to be surrounded by them. Plants make me happy & feel closer to her. Plants are like having a dog, you can’t have just one & no home is complete without them. Not everyone gets into plants for social media!!
I feel like trying to put a social media spin on that video is SO ironic- it's about PLANTS. Maybe millenials get overwhelmed by all the technology everywhere and need a little EARTH in our lives, ya know? 💚
Exactly why I got into plants
I'm a Baby Boomer and so many of my family even in years past have loved and grown house plants. As far as people picking on Millennials, by calling how they feature house plant videos some kind of trend for social media attention, don't they realize these young people could be trying to get attention in so many other ways that could be negative or harmful??? I see plenty of Boomers jumping on the bandwagon enjoying raising plants and sharing their experiences too! C'mon everybody, there's always gonna be trends.....hurray! They're fun! Let's all lighten up, k? Love you Harli! xo
Definitely one of the *best* "trends" ever, I hope it lasts and grows and I'm generally not following trends.
@6 ! Yep, I agree.....like I mentioned before, it's not like they're doing anything wrong or illegal!!! LOL
❤ I became a house plant collector after my HUSBAND brought me multitudes of beautiful flowers and after few weeks they would fade. One day I told him if you ever go to buy me flowers buy me live flowers so I can keep them forever so he did! Best decision I've ever made.
When my tulips bloom over and over years again i get reminded of the sweet memory and his love for me ❤
I remember my mom told my older sisters a long time ago that next time they think of getting her roses to get her plants instead. Roses on a vase die in a week. And she's right! Now my husband knows to never get me pretty flowers on a vase. Instead he buys me plants!
I find a lot of "millennials" inherit a love for houseplants from family members!
YES! I grew up with a container garden because we lived in an apartment building with no yard. My dad was the owner of the property so he had the containers outside all over the property. This interest was always there but social media just enabled a deeper understanding of it
It's true my cousin has a bunch of houseplants and I was like, "I want houseplants too!" It's slowly growing and is definitely a lot of work, but I absolutely love it and haven't felt this happy in a long time.
Check out planterina on TH-cam. She’s awesome 😎. She’s has a very large collection of plants. She also is very very knowledgeable about plants as well.
and shes HILLARIOUS 😍😅
I agree, shes my fav and she cracks me up... shes not a millenial and she had all those plants before doing u tube
She is the original Plantriach 💚
LOVE her!
When that opening kicks in 💃🕺
Oh, I grew up with a mother that had tons of house plants, I got my love of house plants from her. I have her house plant book too!
Me too. My mother is such an plant lover and how could I not love plants as well when I always had them in my life?
Harbor Hippie me toooo🌱💚
What house plant book would you recommend?
What book is that?? :)
I'm 27 and don't know anyone my age who enjoys plants so channels like this make me so happy. I started off with house plants and have recently starting moving on to outdoor container gardening (as I dont have a proper garden). I love having something to take care of and to be able to watch something grow that I planted all on my own is really fulfilling. This last week has been awful for me having found out that a very close family member has cancer. The peaceful garden centre has become my sanctuary. I have found gardening so therapeutic as it allows me to be outside and keep myself busy taking my mind off all of the upset. I think people my age who look at plants and gardening as something boring and meant for older people are really missing a trick! It's honestly been a saviour for me recently.
I feel like of all the things that there are to do to get social media fame, keeping 50+ houseplants alive is probably among the harder ones... It's too much trouble if you don't actually love doing it.
Why are they trying to show houseplants as a trend. Houseplants have been around probably as long as houses have been around. And the quote about the 1970s... Uh houseplants were HUGE in the 70's and not a millennial in sight, lol
No social media either!
Because millennials think they are being ORIGINAL...that it is their idea. It's all about the me me me
@@jimc6694 this!!!
Housplant keeping has been big before haha it's just making a come back.
Definitely! 🙌🏽
I am a millennial and I got into plants because I ultimately would like to become a beekeeper one day and because I couldn’t do that right away I decided to help the bees in other ways by improving their environment and giving them food and water through gardening. It started with one basil plant, then propagating it, then I branched out to edibles, now it’s full blown with plants outside and inside of my house. Although I have social media, it came long after my plant obsession and I simply love to share it and bring others joy. Not to mention it’s the fastest way we can learn from one another, I’ve learned everything I know about gardening/plants from people I found on social media. Love your videos and Summer’s too!!!!
I know this is an old video to comment on, but whatever, I just watched it. I’m new to all this, about five months in, and I just want to say thank you! I’m grateful to the mellenials who have these channels where I have learned so much and that have introduced me to a whole new facet of life that is bringing me peace and a feeling of community. I’m a generation older than you guys and only wish I’d started sooner, but I’m so glad to have found you now!
Before it was Instagram, it was online forums. And before that, gatherings at local nurseries. It's interesting everything gets framed in time as if it hasn't always been a part of life. It just wasn't in everyone's awareness like it can be now with the internet.
100% Agree With You Harlz. I started collecting plants because of my mom, growing up I remember she would always go to big box stores and buy indoor/outdoor plants. Now im just like her. Social media only helped me discover new plants and learn more about them.
A few weeks ago I saw an article in a newspaper about this subject. Some of the comments were negative, and maybe ignorant about the supposed reasons young people have gotten interested in house plants. Personal observations: I have thought about this thing, and social media aside, I don't go there, I am grateful for this interest. And very grateful for the plant community on TH-cam, I learn so much. This interest in plants has caused the plant industry to explode, and make more plants and varieties available to those of us who have loved plants most of our lives. I can go to Walmart and find plants I never saw before. Shopping online for plants has become a big deal to me. I can have many beautiful plants that I never would have dreamed of before this. So thank you, I do not like the term Millenials, young people for making a big difference in the plant market for all of us.
Glad I watched this instead of the New Yorker video. I liked your insights, especially about how your plants remind you that it’s “going to be ok.” Love your videos! :)
For years I've had a love for cacti and looking after them and watching them grow. The past few months i have found myself falling in love with other types of plants and i brought them into my home. I've had people use me and treat me like dirt and its really affected my mental health and how i see the world and people. I love caring for plants because they can't hurt you and they bring you so much joy
Every time I see "why" and "millennial" together in a sentence I just avoid that video because it is plain click bait.
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I’m technically an xennial(born ‘81) and I love my plant collection. I grew up with my grandmother and mom having plant collections. I actually started looking for plants that my nana and mom grew when I was a child for nostalgic reasons(hoyas, Christmas cactus, African violets, lipstick plants etc) and then branched our to other types that I think are interesting. It’s fun, relaxing and gives me a sense of accomplishment when I can grow, propagate or revive plants. It’s nurturing :)
I keep plants because it helps me reconnect with nature and feel at peace. I work an emotionally tolling job so coming home and spending 30 mins with these plants (watering, pruning etc) gives me space/time to ground myself.
I don't have Instagram or anything but I still have a bunch of house plants. My grandma's grandma started the houseplant tradition in my family and it has just kind of been passed down from her. Plants are amazing and they make your space beautiful/serene. Plus it's a lot of fun to care for all my plant friends, idk what I would do without them.
There has always been people that loved plants and are collectors....we just see it more and are able to connect with more plant lovers due to social media. My mother and grandmother both loved plants and so do I and my children. It is just a passion and joyful
This year I finally got out of my apartment that had no light, and am at last in a space where I could have some plants! This is the first time I've been able to keep plants healthy and alive and it has given me so much more joy than I thought it could! I am at 28 plants so far, and I really think I can't help myself from getting 200 more. Checking on all of them when I wake up and before bed has given me a great routine during this quarantine, probably when it's most needed. AND! I love the fact that there are so many people like Harli on here that inspire and help through the process of becoming a plant enthusiast.
Plants help me feel relax!! It makes me happy when their growing & thriving! Especially during this Corona season it's been helping me to stay calm.
Yes 100% relate with you there!
I'm 43 and have always had plants, my mum did too. She gave anyone who visited the house a plant tour (whether they wanted it or not, she had over 100 different species of clemetis in the garden 🤣)
Houseplants aren't new, social media is. I am grateful to the younger people who have made houseplants more popular and therefore more accessible! Our garden centres in the uk used to offer a few cacti and spiderplants, now they are choc full of interesting plants :)
Harli you’re doing TH-cam for the right reasons-sharing your love of plants! That’s why I love watching your videos along with all your other subscribers! Keep being you-we all love you & your love of plants!
I watch your videos all the time. I find it refreshing that someone young is into houseplants. Growing up I always thought of that is an old lady thing. Now that I am the old lady, I make time for things that bring me joy. Houseplants, vermiculture, chickens, dogs, container gardening, Bible Journaling bring me joy. No judgement here, just joy.
Hmmmm... Caring people know that plants are very important to us. They clean our air, brighten every corner, and give us someone to talk to besides ourselves. The moral of my statement: Plant people are smart and never lonely! 🌿🌿
Honestly, scrolling through social media and seeing plants and people loving and taking care of something that's beautiful and living is so much more of a mentally healthy way for me to spend time on Instagram and TH-cam than when I was obsessed with makeup or whatever. If people are doing it for attention, that's whatever. I am so grateful for you and people like Summer Rayne and every other plant lover. Every time I go to therapy on a bad day and I'm asked what I'm doing that's healthy for me and keeping me going l, I always say "well... I have a lot of plants that I love to take care of and research..." I'm not popular on social media, I just found this little niche that accepts everyone and promotes life and spans multiple generations(!) And it's the most healthy thing I've seen online!!!
My moms mom collects house plants. And my mom. Now me (and all my siblings and cousins). All age groups. My 16 year old daughter has now started a collection of her own. My son used to think I was nuts. Now he’s 12 and is so into it. I have probably 150+ plants inside alone. He loves to come around with me when I water or do my daily checks to see the new growth and when potting. I’m hoping he will continue to enjoy as he gets older. Plus I love the bonding time with my children as I pass this on to them. I’m 36 and have been a plant addict my whole life.
I agree with you the overuse of the word “esthetic “ makes my skin crawl. I am not a millennial. I am of the later end of the baby boomers generation. I have always had plants and I get inspiration and ideas from plant people. I am a biology teacher so I know my way around botany. Why do people have problems with a hobby that just brings endless joy. Can we just say that plants make people of any age happy? Do we have to always analyze everything to death?
Amen! I love my house plants! They bring my joy. And that's enough
Plants are not new. I've cared for my plants for decades. They are the one consent in my life. Now matter where I live I have plant and they go with me. I do feel grateful for TH-cam bringing me the information I need to care for them better and bringing variety through access of information. You're great! Thank you for sharing!
Thanks Adam & Eve for getting gardening trending...
I started gardening long before I joined social media (I'd give plants as gifts all the time, regardless of the occasion or if there was 1), I'm just glad to get tips from people posting what worked & what didn't work for them on youtube.
I agree with you Harli. Plants make me so happy, helped me through depression! Also, super satisfying when a plant thrives.
I'm on social media as an artist, but don't post my plants outside of occasional Instagram stories. I got into them *because* I came across Jenna's plant tour accidentally, at a time I really needed to focus on self care. I had always done patio gardening, but it was really frustrating because the direct summer sun would kill anything and everything in pots unless I could water them twice a day, year after year. I had never considered house plants before for some reason, thinking maybe they'd be harder to care for, but totally adore them now. They're for me alone to enjoy, but I learn so much from videos here, so I'm grateful for that.
I had house plants in my room when I was a little girl in the 70's. Then as a parent of young children I was addicted to outdoor garden of flower beds (fairy gardens, water ponds).It was a way to keep my an eye on my children and I was addicted to watching the gardens grow. Then a couple years ago I started back collecting house plants. I am 53 and LOVE house plants, they make me happy and relax. Now my children are in their 20's, and my daughter and I bond over our plant obsession. I think it is a healthy addiction :)
I LOVE this. The main reason I enjoy your channel is because you are so real, honest and not afraid to speak your mind. I have certainly gotten more into the houseplant lifestyle and part of that is you and the other channels I have come across on TH-cam.
I've always liked plants and my dad always had them, and it didnt click in my head that i could keep them too, now i have 15 and i love my plant babies i love waking up and seeing all the green and i want to share them so i take pictures. im glad theres a community i can share that with
My grandmother and mother both lived on the Rez and both always had houseplants, indoor crops and green thumbs. I picked up my green thumb from them. My grandfather is Filipino and was really into Bonsai, both are passions and problems. Love bonsai and plants, but damn. You run out of room quickly!
It’s an amazing process and teaches you a lot of patience, plus it makes the hone feel magical IMO. I am a truck driver and avid outdoorsman, fishing guide, I am a 33 year old millennial, and I love plants. Most would never guess, but I really love watching them grow. I am trying to pass this to my 3 children too. It can teach you so much!
Your videos are great, thank you!
Hey Harli! I really think it's all relative. I just turned 40 and I am considered a 'Gen X'. We didn't grow up with social media, we had no way to reach out and connect like we do now. The millenial generation has MUCH more exposure and experience with technology and social media, so it stands to reason that you see it more frequently from this group.
I can tell you there are so many of us 'older' crowd who are getting on board and who would probably love to do something like TH-cam, but aren't as exposed and comfortable with the technology.
You just keep doing you lady!! We're all lovin' it! And if people think we're crazy... That's ok too... People don't like what they don't understand. Xoxo
One more comment haha but honestly caring for my plants makes me feel similar to caring for my dogs. Like after i go on a hike with my dog i feel this rlly warm happiness because i feel like i treated my dog well and it’s just a good nurturing feeling and personally i love LOVE nurturing like everything and everyone i love caring for pets, family members, babysitting(AND dog sitting lol), and of course plants!!! When i see that I’ve taken good care of my plants i get that feeling, i can’t help but smile when i see that i helped grow that plant that might’ve been doing bad or whatever. Idk that’s just what i think :)
I 100% agree with you!! I’ve been watching your videos and I’ve been enjoying them so much! It’s great to be a part of this plant community
The thing is that with social media and Millennials, like ourselves, is a double-edged sword. Through social media, we are able to spread more information, understand stuff better through that. There will always those who do things because of social media attention. Hopefully, they realise that they have fallen in love with what they are gain attention through and start loving them for what they are truly. I have always grown up with plants living in sunny Singapore, garden city. My mum loves her orchids and balcony garden, that taught me to love plants. I have a 20 and growing collection of indoor plants now. And you guys have really helped me care for my plants so much better! Continue doing what you are doing Harli! Peace out!
Thanks, Harli. I saw your clip in that video and loved hearing your take on the matter. My "old" ass is still considered a millennial, but houseplants have been part of my life for as long as I can remember. Haven't made a social media post (other than the occasional comment) in years. I have several that survived me somehow for 15 years or so. I'm here for ideas and pointers, and I'll take the giggles when I can! Great CONTENT. Thanks for the inspiration.
I totally understand that spark you are talking about. I've always lived nature and gravitated towards plants at stores and such since I was a kid, but never thought to bring one home until I came across videos such as yours. So about 2 months ago I bought 3 plants. Now I have close to 30. They bring life inside our closed doors and stifled little worlds. I truely have felt a difference physically and emotionally.
Having some one to share the plant life love with, helps. Not everyone in our everyday life enjoys the same things we do, so it really is fun to have people to share it with. Thanks Harli, enjoyed another of your videos.
Debi Hediger yes! It is especially fun with a group. I completely agree with you!
Summer Rayne Oakes did this same topic in her video 2 weeks ago and i loved it and now i love yours as well.
I just got started with house plants (I had a little bit of a vegetable garden the previous year) and I love the comfort taking care of them gives me. And I don’t have children yet so if I can put my energy into taking care of these plants, it makes me feel a little more confident that I be an okay mom.
I just subscribed. I think it’s wonderful that we can share all of our experiences and help now that we have the ability to have social media. I have had plants way back in the 70’s as did my mother. I just think the millennial thing gets so blown up. We never had this great opportunity growing up and I just love it and who knows what the future will bring. I so enjoy your channel and your advice.
Mellinials arent the only generation to fall in love with plants. I was born in 1960 and have loved plants for a large part of my life, my generation just didnt have the social media to share our love of plants over the world. I do love watching the videos, seeing plants I dont have and would love to find. We all love plants and it makes us older plant lovers feel more connected to the younger plant lovers. Plants make us all happy.
Yes! I really didn't like the way they tried to make it out as if millennials are the 'masterminds' behind houseplant ownership. Many of us grew up with a love of houseplants from our parents, aunts, grandparents, great grandparents etc! Social media has become a great tool for plant lovers to come together & I just love that aspect of this community!
I love that your 'feelings' are "fillings"; such an actual vibe.
This video is interesting to me for a few reasons...
I am a new subscriber, and a new houseplanter. Oddly enough, the video you're reacting to was largely the spark of my interest in houseplants. I watched that video maybe three weeks ago and now have over 15 plants in my home. Loving the new fillings my plants are bring into my life and my home. Thank you for sharing!
Yes!!! I fell in love with house plants as a kid because i was always around them, I picked up indoor gardening in high school going through rough times. I still continue to do it to this day and it makes me so happy! Thank you for using social media to connect with those who found themselves with indoor gardening, you are so freaking awesome 💕 one of the best house plant youtubers there is ✨
I'm too old (66) and too new to social media (10/2018) other than TH-cam (2005) to have much knowledge of these generational concerns. All I know is that among all the plant people here on TH-cam, you're my favorite Harli because of your Knowledge, Humility, Beautifully human quirkiness, and general wonderfulness!!!
YES ! Thank you!! I really liked this video, thank you for opening up about this! Love your videos, your personality!! Sending a big hug
I love seeing the joy plants give others so I love sharing my plants for the same reason, and I have learned so much about plants from social media.
Plus my mom had tons of house plants when I was growing up... for the longest time people would talk about my mom’s plants and how lush and beautiful they were. I am pretty sure my love from plants comes from there too.
I’m 51 and just recently developed a love of houseplants. My yard looks terrible because I don’t like being out in the heat. It just occurred to me that I can try to grow plants inside the house. I’ve had a few plants over the years, but now I’m really interested in them. Thank you for your videos! I’m learning a lot. 😉
Millennial here, I had a few plants for a few years, and what got me started on my addiction was taking a biology class where we learned all the phyla. It was so interesting to me. The reward of seeing a happy, healthy plant makes spending maybe 30-45 min a day watering plants is what does it for me. I became interested in the social media community (that i didnt even know it existed) after I saw Jenna Marbles video about her house plants. They make my living space lively and calming!
Hello from West Palm Beach Florida just letting you know that I enjoy your videos and I have a lot of plants in my backyard and looking at your videos I started bringing some of my plants inside the house and it looks beautiful and it makes me feel really great and my husband loves it thank you very much you really inspired me a lot thank you very much keep making videos I really enjoy them ..Louise Torres
I’m a Baby Boomer and the mother of three Millenials, and they love plants because their mom does. So yes every generation has its craziness. Yeah for us plant lovers!
Hahaha! Thanks for great insight with laughs too. I’m not a millennial so you’ve opened my eyes on a few non-plant related topics today. I love watching your videos. Keep making them.
Aww sweetie no worries about the media and how they view you, know what is in your heart and be dedicated to it. Continue to educate yourself and others. I am 50 and you have inspired me and many others.
Do you think you would still shop for, purchase and keep the houseplants you have if you were unable (alternate universe style) to post at all on any social media platform? Do you think social media influences which plants you feel you HAVE to have and some that you may not want BECAUSE they aren’t popular online? (These are just questions by the way... not based at all on assumptions about you as an individual)! The answers might make an interesting video! I’m considered a baby boomer (tail end of that generation anyway) and your videos were what got me interested in houseplants (thank you) so I’ve never actually thought of it as a “millennial thing”!
Interesting question about which plants people want basted on which ones go around on social media. I feel like everyone hates on weeping figs because they like to drop leaves but I love mine despite that fact and no one fawns over them. Same with schefflera and china dolls. Beatiful plants but no one talks about them. But I can't find a peperomia rosso or a philodendron micans anywhere locally because they are always snached up or ridiculously expensive online. :/
My house is stuffed with plants and I have 0 photos of them online lmao
I love taking pictures of my plants and sharing them online because no people in my "in real life" life appreciate plant and plant care as much as i do. My mother loves plants as long as they live in the garden but i love indoor plants as well and i love having a community where i can share tips, excitement and even aesthetic pictures. There is nothing wrong in thinking that your plant looks pretty and taking an aesthetic picture of it. Who cares? People love pretty stuff, humans have always loved pretty things!
I do feel like many plants get trendy and then go back to oblivion very quickly thanks to social media but social media has also exposed me to some varieties that i would have never encountered inrl and they are stunning and interesting. I love learning about plant biology 😁
Millennial here- I stared with plants by propagating things I found in the wild. After some time I NEEDED more. I have an insta Account but I’m very picky about what I follow. I started using instagram to ID plants that I found in the wild by searching tags. Then I stared finding plant accounts to follow that were very informative. Once I started finding these accounts I heard “A Whole New World” play in my head because I was ole Ed up to all the possibilities of plants I could own and got insight on how to decorate with them and create vessels to hold them in. So yes social media influenced what I bought- but it was the best influence because I was already in the plant train looking to learn more.
I got into plants first and then looked for other like minded people on youtube. I don't have social media influence at all, and yet I have a bunch of succulents and other plants. Seeing them grow just inspires joy, it has nothing to do with social media. I recently harvested two pineapples from plants I grew. You can imagine how happy I was. I get excited every time I see new growth and my plants give back so much. I can see why people want to share that and in this age of tech and social media, they have an easier time doing it is all.
I’m 65 years old and I love Millenialsand their energy and their courage. Life is tough these days and most times, actually. When my husband and I were starting out, jobs were all but impassible to find. We were stupid about most things, but brave, too. That is a good approach. I love plants because my mother had them. She had little money,but always had plants. They give so much and need little.
I started working at a green house in September and I’ve loved plants ever since!! I get so happy when I get a new plant it’s insane 😅 I love learning about all of them and how different they are. I made a plant video because of you! I hope to do more in the future. You’re one of my favorite people to watch ❤️
Honestly, I saw Jenna Marbles plant tour on TH-cam a few months ago and saw how genuinely HAPPY she was, it inspired me to get a houseplant myself. I was going through a time where I felt so sad and lost with my life but seeing my new plant grow (foxtail fern!) gave me such joy! This inspired me to read and research about other houseplants and I ended up getting more that I keep in my bedroom and kitchen. I have 7 plants now (and only killed one, RIP!) but throughout all the highs and lows of me trying to take care of my plants, at the end of the day, I am just so happy to look at them on my window sill and see them grow. It’s really helped me with my depression and other mental health issues too. So I guess I bought my first plant because of social media but I definitely fell in love with plants themselves and not just the aesthetic.
Yes! Being inspired by social media & doing things for social media are entirely different (: I am so happy Jenna Marbles was able to inspire sooo many people to fall in love with plant keeping! It really is so rewarding!
I just watched the video in question, and I thought it was great, but it's so not just millennials! I turn 50 this year, and have 3 millennial children, and I'm a new convert to the concept of the indoor jungle! 2 of my 3 kids think I'm nuts, the middle one is gradually starting his own collection. I've always been very active on social media myself and yes, I've just started an instagram account just for plant stuff, but that's just so I don't bore everyone on my other account! I don't post there for likes and follows, I just love sharing how beautiful plants are, and seeing everyone else's little green babies. I am also learning SO much about plant care from people who've been doing this for longer than I have.
I have started collecting, nurturing and loving plants simply because I love seeing them around me in my home. I've also had issues with severe anxiety over the years, and I find them so soothing and calming - both being surrounded by them and caring for them. Propagating is probably my favourite aspect of being a plant mama - maybe it's my maternal instinct, lol, but now that my human babies are all big, I can have new babies! So, my take on this is - there is no such thing as too many plants, no matter what age you are
I just commented on Daya’s video this morning about how much mad respect I have for all your generation for your time and energy that you invest in giving us older hippies loads of education and sharing your own personal green journeys. I love the upbeat vibes that your videos contain. In the plant community there is always a positive energy and ☀️😊💚
Harli .....What A Great Thing
I think with the ....Plant Craze.... And while there may be more of ur generation Harli that make these Wonderful. Videos than other generations... They are so enjoyable to watch. I've learned so much since the 5 mos. I have been in this .....Unexpected..... WONDERFUL ....LIFE. CHANGING ....PLACE...And after months of Depression. I have no words to express how happy I am now..mostly. So if Your Generation started this Beautiful Craze.... Then I can only Wish I Could WATCH Your Generation grow into the Mostly Wonderful. People.I Believe You Are..
I am 74yrs...baby of 8 & oldest brothers name was...Harley...lol
❤ THANK YOU & FOR MY LIFES CHANGE.. FOUND. PLANTERINA... FIRST.... sorry so long lv..(smile)
Just watched this and found it to shed quite a positive light on plant 'collecting' and the reasons millennial's may be collecting them. There is no denying that social media is huge in the lives of our younger generations, I feel there is no cause for anyone to go on the defense because the New Yorker points it out. It can have negative and damaging impact in many ways, but the sharing of new plants and care-taking tips is one of the positives that can come from a social media platform. The reasons the video -- mostly Summer -- point out are legit. Calming effects, getting in touch with nature, healthy environment--also slowing down the faster pace of life and the stresses placed on millennials are all very real scenarios going on. As far as looking at plants from an aesthetic point of view-- why not? They are beautiful and enhance my home, I'm always watching different things on styling for my plants and THAT brings me great joy too. I have over a hundred plants and I don't want it to just look like they are crammed everywhere willy nilly. My daughter is a millennial that introduced me to the instagram plant community (never had an instagram before then, :) ) and I am so happy to have found the beautiful pictures and happy faces, along with the care tips and knowledge so many young people are sharing
I have no idea why a line is running through my comment, lol
I only have 15-ish plants (one of them had to be deconstructed due to root rot, it’s now being propagated) and my family and friends think I’ve gone mad or that I’m feeling some maternal child-bearing instincts. And to me, it just makes me so happy to see new growth and I’ve become so much more plant conscious when I’m outside
I got into house plants after my dog passed away. She was very sick at the end of her life and not having something to nurture and care for left a hole in my heart. While I was out just browsing the first arrivals of succulents at my home Depot I saw a cute little succulent beginning to flower called "Lola" and I immediately knew I needed it because that was her name. After that my obsession took off. I love my plant babies and they got me through a very tough time with my dog passing. They remind me of her in a good way every single day. Plants aren't just a trend,they help so many people heal. Plus I don't even use social media,I didn't even realize plants were trendy until this.
I am 55 and recently started starting tending to indoor plants. I enjoy it so much! Your videos have been so fun and informative. I have 3 millennial kids and they all have different interests. I think the media uses millennials as a way to get views. You are awesome, keep up the great content!
I got addicted to plants bc I bought a cactus, named it meatloaf, felt that it was lonely and *boom* now I have 24 plants in my bedroom, my own section in the garden and a herb garden. Also i found that the care routine helped control my OCD and General anxiety disorder.
I had not had social media in years up until recently. I generally don't like social media and all of the pressure it puts on people to feel "liked". The only reason I recently made an Instagram account was to share my love for my plants and to be apart of a community that has the same feelings. I also hope to start an online plant shop one day and I felt that I should get my name out there to better promote it. I completely agree with everything you're saying Harli and I'm glad you have a platform to express what a lot of us are feeling about that video. 💚
I was really sick about 1-1/2 ago and watched TH-cam videos on terrarium builds & although I’ve always had a few plants, my terrariums really got me back into plants and my frogs in natural terrariums. I enjoy the “millennial generation” loving plants. My grandma was the biggest plant lover I knew, she had a small greenhouse & on the weekends & summer I always helped her with all her orchids & other plants. She would love all the plants I have now 😁 love you & your mom 🥰💚🌿🤘🏼
That plant shop is called Sprout Home. It’s in Williamsburg, Brooklyn (NYC). Such a beautiful space. Reminds me of the Brooklyn botanical garden.
So growing up in NYC with my Parents and Siblings we Always had plants in our home life.. we moved upstate and the plant exploding began💚 from a plant childhood life of course that followed me into adulthood from my Military life around the world and across the USA. Plants are very important in the human life. Stop comparing and just Grow On🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱 Thanks Mom and Dad💚🌱
Harli I love your videos but today especially you helped me get through a really bad panic attack with this video and it brought me back. I can’t thank you enough for your positive energy. 💕
Aside from my family and the internet house plant community, I don't have anyone who likes houseplants so I'm glad that I can come online and watch one of your videos where you are repotting a plant and I just feel like if I'm hanging out with you. It's like the mukbang videos on TH-cam but with plants LMFAO. 💗💗💗
Great video 👍
I actually had no idea about the house plant community! My mom always had plants and would occasionally give me some. And I finally got tired of killing them so I started looking up how to care for them. That's when I came upon you and a couple other TH-camrs and then started following on people on Insta. You're right that when you catch the bug and start seeing your plants thrive you want to chase that feeling! And then finding people who are passionate about the same thing is rewarding in its own way! Anyway, thanks for your helpful content! I grew up in Utah, btw!
The victorians loved houseplants too, I don't see anyone having a go at them...
It’s not that deep
YES 100% thank you for saying all this. That's exactly how I felt when I watched that video! I kept avoiding watching it cause I was like eeeek I'm not gonna be pleased after watching it but it's so true after seeing what other commenter have said - that no plant person is taking care of 50 plants every day for the 'gram.... I live in a place with harsh winters and I'd always be bummed out when it was time to toss the plants because it was too cold for them in the fall, so one year I decided I was just gonna keep them inside...and here I am 50+ plants and growing lol. I'm constantly astounded by the way plants (aroids - can't get enough!!) adjust to indoor environments and the tons of ways plants grow and store water. To take care of plants you need to do research and love them!! Thank you for this video!
For me it’s just relaxing and rewarding like you said. Also, it brings vitality into your house and it’s grounding to take care of plants.
Your video and your words and comments near the end, was right on cue... Keep up the great work your way!
This is easily in my top 3 videos you've ever made. I totally agree with you. My instagram is filled with plants because my life is filled with plants, my job is horticulture, and my passion is thus as well. Not vice versa. It's not a facade, and I know at least two people personally in my life who I can attest feel the same way. The three of us could sit for hours on end and just talk about the science of plants and learn from one another. And, beyond that, we do so without our phones out posting about it. Like you said, the genuineness, the realness of the "obsession" is horribly evident, and I don't think that those who do it purely for the social media factor will last - like all trends. In addition, as one who works in the plant industry, I can tell you that, while houseplants are something people like me cling to, it's not exclusively ours. I share my love with my mom who is now very into plants. Your mom, my friend Becca's mom, my Gen X boss, and so many other people in my life are "obsessed" with plants. One final comment - the mere fact that we all have different tastes when it comes to plants and don't all have the same "trendy" plants shows that we take this personally and into our own hands. We make it our own. When love and care is involved, it's hard not to.
Thank you for making this video. I agree with a lot of what you said. I went to a fundraiser last night for every plant purchase it went to a non profit for helping urban city schools learn about gardening and having sustainable resources. Bebee plants just posted a video about it. Last nights experience for me was meeting house plant community members and geeking out over this love and joy.
I can't think of any more wholesome, enjoyable, and harmless hobbies than houseplants!
I totally agree with you. I really feel like Social media has merely allowed us to find hobbies/obsessions a lot easier than we would have in the past. We're able to connect with other plant lovers and it's a great way to share information and educate each other. I definitely don't equate being a millennial to wanting attention via social media. I agree with you that we meet people of all ages from all different parts of the world that share a love of plants, not just millenials. Love your commentary. Keep doing you girl!
Your videos are simply fun. Whether a trend or not I could care less. My house is so dark most of the time, so I absolutely loved one of the first ones I saw from you about the low light plants. 😍🌱