Today my son is liberated from caring for Alfred, his roommate's peace lily. It has been a "thorn in the flesh" for Chris. His roommate has been working out of the country since September so the task of keeping Alfred watered and alive fell on Chris. At one point, he thought he'd accidentally killed it from having it out on the balcony and forgetting to water it. There was a mental plan to just purchase a new one and replace it with Alfred II if Chris's negligence left an empty pot. Alfred triumphed, however, and rejoined the land of the living. His roommate returns this weekend and will assume care of the plant, never realizing how close it came to decimation.
I have two peace lily plants, one of which is looking a bit sickly. While I really enjoy gardening, keeping house plants isn't my forte'. It pricks at my conscience often…"Have you watered the plants?" Peace lilies at least let you know when they're thirsty by drooping. They reward your attention with an almost immediate perk up of the leaves. Part of my partial attraction to them is they were gifts from our church for the passing of family members. But, even with that sentimental attraction, I have made a plan.
Our custodian's wife once rescued one of my school plants destined for the incinerator as the little "lucky bamboo" was languishing. In subsequent months she continually reminded me of how it was flourishing at her house. With her success rate, I have made a plan to give her one peace lily this coming week. She will nurture and care for it far better than my time and interest in it will allow.
This is a long tale to let you take a look at any house plants that you really don't have the time for or interest in anymore. Craigs List is a great option to find a person who enjoys caring for plants and would welcome a free plant. Simplify your schedule and unload the lucky bamboo or peace lily!
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