Some ancient civilizations, like the Greeks and Romans, held beliefs that plants responded to care, attention, or even words. However, the concept became more popularized in the 17th and 18th centuries, when natural philosophers began experimenting more methodically.
For example, Jan Ingenhousz, known for his work on photosynthesis, also observed plant responses to light and environment. People started noticing that plants could react to stimuli in ways that seemed almost communicative.
Today, talking to your greenery, whether it’s a small collection of indoor plants on your windowsill or rare flowers in a royal garden, is a common practice, and it comes with approval from the experts.
‘To some, the King’s habit of speaking to plants has seemed quaint, even peculiar. Yet in his film, it celebrates his lifelong philosophy: that small acts of attention reflect a broader responsibility to nurture the natural world,’ comments Tenielle Jordison, a garden’s content editor at Homes & Gardens.
‘Beyond the garden, talking to plants can have real benefits for people. Tending and speaking to greenery can reduce stress, lift mood, and encourage mindfulness. It’ a simple way to reconnect with the natural world, nurturing our wellbeing, even if it’s just a small house plant.’
There’s never a bad time to buy a new plant, but in the light of this royal news, we can’t resist another one.
King Charles’ lifelong habit of talking to plants may once have seemed eccentric, but in today’s world, it’s a reminder that small acts of care – whether in a royal garden or on a windowsill – can connect us to nature and to ourselves. Perhaps it’s time to add a new plant to your own collection.
Source: msn.com
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