Succulents really do thrive off of neglect when left in proper conditions. This is one of my most neglected plants.
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ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas Zamiifolia)
The ZZ plant is known for its tolerance to neglect and can go for weeks without water. It thrives in low light and is a great addition to any home or office space.
The snake plant (Sansevieria) and ZZ plant are generally considered the easiest houseplants to keep alive. Both tolerate low light, infrequent watering, and general neglect. Pothos is another excellent choice that's nearly impossible to kill.
Anemone: This flower means forsaken. I don't want people coming into my garden thinking they will be abandoned.
'Black' roses are actually very dark purple. Unfortunately, despite their beauty, they are associated with death and despair, hatred and revenge.
The lotus flower is often associated with domestic violence and sexual assault and with purity, healing and enlightenment.
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For other fuss-free small trees that thrive on neglect, consider adding one or two other North American native trees. In addition to dogwood or serviceberry trees, one of my favorites is the eastern redbud, or Cercis canadensis, with live plants available from Perfect Plants Nursery that all thrive in shady spots.
October is the perfect time to plant trees, shrubs, conifers, and hardy perennials—or spring bulbs like tulips and daffodils—and if you're looking to sow cover crops or install lawns, now is the time for that as well.
Succulents (and Lithops) thrive when you give them what they need/ask for. It irritates me that people say succulent thrive on neglect; they do well when not overwatered but that is not neglect that is treating them well. Lithops don't thrive on a teaspoon of water a year; they require soaking when thirsty.
One of the most common mistakes when repotting is choosing a pot that is too small or too large. If the pot is too small, the roots don't have enough room to grow. A pot that is too large, on the other hand, increases the risk of waterlogging, as the roots won't initially fill the entire pot.
Snake Plants, ZZ Plants, and Cast Iron Plants really shine as tough options. They can survive in low light and don't ask for much water. Succulents like Aloe Vera, Jade Plants, and various cacti are great at storing water. They'll forgive you if you forget to water them for weeks.
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ALL plants need water, sunlight, fertilizer and good soil to thrive. ZZ can take a lot of neglect, and still survive but not thrive. They cannot thrive in constant darkness nor being watered only once or twice a year.
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The wild growing St John's wort, also called perforate St John's wort, was believed to drive away both witches and evil spirits. Rowan was thought to protect against all kinds of supernatural creatures. For millennia, fear of evil has led people to turn to nature for protection.
St John's wort was widely used into the 19th century, placed over doors and windows to drive away evil spirits. The most potent of all were the rowan tree or mountain ash, the branches of which were sometimes made into small crosses to be placed above building entrances.
Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum x morifolium)
Over in Greece, 'mums are believed to protect against evil spirits, hence why they're often seen adorning graves.