Lessons from a Plant Funeral
Editor Brian Sparks reflects on the CBS segment 'Pride and Perils of Plant Parenthood', where mourners gather to share stories of their deceased plants.
A funeral for a plant may seem unusual, but it serves as a reminder of the lessons learned from caring for plants. The segment features a "plant doctor" who offers a diagnosis, and Dr. Melinda Knuth of North Carolina State University's Department of Horticultural Science shares her insights.
Former owners shared how they failed their leafy companions, while a "plant doctor" offered a diagnosis.
The segment highlights the importance of responsible plant parenthood and the emotional attachment people form with their plants, often even giving them human names like Iris, Lily, or Veronica.
Author's summary: Lessons from a plant funeral.