Our modern lifestyles are fast-paced and keep us so busy that we’re not able to take the time to fully connect with nature. It is said that people who are in tune with nature are happier, more energetic, and find more meaning in life.
Being surrounded by plants and trees has a calm, healing effect on our bodies and minds. After spending an entire day at work, all you probably want to do is relax.
Getting outdoors is a great way to free your mind and reduce your stress, but after a long, hard day, you might not feel motivated to step outside when there are other things to do. And the amount of personal time you have is limited enough as it is.
So if you don’t have time to go outside but want to reap the benefits of connecting with nature, why not bring nature into your home and construct an indoor Zen garden?
Zen gardens are popular because they promote tranquility, relaxation, and meditation. Find your inner peace by building a Zen garden of your own. Here are the best plants for an indoor Zen garden.
Money Tree
The money tree’s braided trunk and bright green leaves make it a visually appealing houseplant. It is believed to bring good luck and prosperity.
The positive energy it’s supposed to bring into your home makes it the perfect addition to your Zen garden and will lift your spirits almost immediately.
The compact tree is easy to care for, with its simple requirements of bright, indirect sunlight and water when the soil’s surface is dry.
Dragon Tree
This tree has sword-like leaves tinged with red. It grows upright and has a sharp, sleek look to it. Surround it with other plants to soften its effect and to contrast its height.
Dragon trees are associated with strength. Apparently, its presence is supposed to help you fight off negative energies. With a dragon tree in your home, you’ll be better equipped to balance all the different elements in your life.
Cast Iron Plant
The cast iron plant is as low maintenance as you can get. It’s excellent at tolerating neglect and can continue to thrive even in spaces with dim lighting.
Since it’s nearly indestructible, the plant symbolizes adaptability, persistence, and resilience. Its glossy, green foliage also creates a sense of serenity and calm.
Jade Plant
This succulent houseplant has luscious oval-shaped leaves that sprout from thick stems. It has the appearance of a shrub and can have either white or pink blossoms. The jade plant symbolizes growth, renewal, and abundance.
It also has simple care requirements. Water it sparingly during the cooler months and increase the frequency of waterings when the weather becomes warmer.
Japanese Aralia
The rich greenery of the Japanese Aralia makes it a wonderful foundational plant for your indoor Zen garden. It has large, exotic-looking leaves that add much beauty to your space.
In Japanese folklore, the plant is said to be able to repel devils. The leaves are also shaped like giant hands, which can be used to grab opportunities and gather up good fortune.
Protect the Japanese Aralia from full sunlight and plant it in moist, well-draining soil. In addition, it does well in shady spots.
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By Emily Chan
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