Cultivating flowers is a hobby that transcends age, gender, and nationality.

It is a pure passion that, in some ways, mirrors life itself. When flowers bloom, it's akin to the prime of youth, radiating brilliance. As flowers wither and fade, they reflect the passing of youth in life, leaving behind experiences.

Apart from possessing some knowledge of flower care (recognizing different plant species, understanding their growth patterns, and knowing how to prevent and treat various diseases and pests), flower cultivation also offers the following four benefits:

1. Returning to nature and enjoying rural life

For city dwellers distanced from nature and burdened by work and life pressures, there may be a yearning for a pastoral existence—where one can listen to birdsong and behold wildflowers in bloom.

Plants undoubtedly play a significant role in people's lives. Having a variety of plants indoors brings people closer to nature, fulfilling a psychological need to reconnect with the natural world. The sight of flowers evokes a sense of returning to nature, bringing joy and tranquility to life.

Whether admiring flowers in spring, savoring fragrances in summer, enjoying autumn fruits, or appreciating evergreens in winter, flowers enrich our lives with countless pleasures. In leisure, socializing over flowers brings delight.

2. Purifying the air and improving indoor environments

A pot of spider plants can absorb half of the formaldehyde indoors within six hours, while two pots of snake plants can completely purify the air in an average room. Ivy can eliminate 90% of benzene. Plants not only provide visual pleasure but also protect our living environment.

The transpiration of indoor green plants effectively increases indoor humidity, especially beneficial during the dry seasons of autumn and winter. During the dry seasons of autumn and winter, having several pots of green plants can save money on humidifiers.

The fragrant aroma of jasmine and cloves can kill bacteria in 5 minutes, while thyme oil effectively inhibits bacterial growth. Citronella can repel mosquitoes to a certain extent. However, it's important to note that plants are not omnipotent; timely measures are still necessary if insects or mosquitoes infest your home.

3. Cultivating sentiment and promoting physical and mental health

Cultivating flowers nurtures our sentiments. From the unstained lotus emerging from mud to the plum blossoms bravely blooming in the cold, from the resolute bamboo firmly rooted in the mountains to the chrysanthemum that blooms even after the flowers around it have withered—each flower embodies a spirit.

Tending to tasks like loosening soil, watering, and fertilizing not only cultivates our focus and patience but also benefits our physical health. Particularly for the elderly, engaging in such activities can prolong life and keep the body agile.

4. Embracing the life of plants, enjoying the rhythms of nature

Flowers are alive, thriving under people's careful attention. They follow the natural rhythm of growth, development, maturity, and decline.

Through the growth of indoor plants, people can feel the breath of nature and experience the rhythm of life. Serene amidst favor or disgrace, one can leisurely observe flowers bloom and wither in the courtyard, remaining indifferent to coming and going, freely following the rolling clouds in the sky.