15 tips and considerations for new plant owners

I'm far from an expert!

Consider your pets (would they go after the plants? maybe just get all non-toxic?)
Get some easy plants to start (maybe even ones that live in water)
Consider what kind of light you get (different plants need different amounts of light0
Get some cheap plants (that way, if they die (and some will), you won't have lost a ton of money)
Consider setting alarms for watering (you might need them at least until you get into the habit)
Get advice from friends who are plant people (everyone has got to have one)
Consider what you appreciate in plants (the color, the height, the bushiness, etc.)
Get fun pots (I mean make sure they suit the plant, but fun pots make plants more fun)
Consider what your goals are with the plants (décor, propagation, produce, etc.)
Get a watering can (seeing it may help you remember to water your plants)
Consider how many plants you think you can handle (I'd recommend just starting with 1 or 2)
Get recommended tools (definitely ask someone else about this though!)
Consider joining online groups for support (you can even make new friends!)
Get tips from the plant store you buy from (I'm sure they have more than me!)
Consider journaling about your progress (so you can see how far you've come!)

(Prompt by Kimisha Cassidy)

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