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Being a “plant parent” has several upsides, from stress reduction to a sharpened focus and improved air quality in your surroundings. However, it also involves putting in the work and spending the necessary resources to achieve a healthy harvest

If you’re a plant owner, the memes on this list may resonate well with you. These are from the ProjectPlantBack Instagram account, a page dedicated to horticultural content. It pokes fun at the tedious yet fulfilling process of gardening and seeing the seeds you sowed grow into greenery.

Scroll through our top picks below and don’t forget to upvote those that catch your eye!

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    Humorous meme comparing houseplants and resilient wild plants.

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    Otto Katz
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    1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mom had a yucca, for DECADES! I thought it was so strange, this was in CONNECTICUT! I thought it was a Southwestern plant!

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    Man gardening calmly with stormy clouds in the background, capturing the humor and resilience of plant owners.

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    Mike F
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    1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mother used to say "there's nothing that will make you forget your day like hoeing a row of beans" and she was right. It helped me get through HS.

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    Whether you’re just getting into gardening or have already been doing it for a while, you may have heard some myths you don’t know whether or not to believe. According to landscaping expert David Beaulieu, one of the common misconceptions is that struggling plants need more fertilizer. 

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    In an article for The Spruce, Beaulieu says struggling plants may be caused by insufficient drainage or incorrect soil pH levels. He also explained that too much fertilizer may harm plants, resulting in fertilizer burn.

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    Plant owner memes featuring crying person and plant with captions "Oh our human is sad" and "Let me fix that with a new leaf."

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    Roxy222uk
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    1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I potted up a false castor oil plant we have outside our front door yesterday and it grew upwards so much overnight! Stems rather than new leaves. It gives such a happy.

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    A wilting plant may seem like it needs more water. According to Beaulieu, this is another common myth leading people to overwater their crops, which results in stunted growth, yellowing leaves, and more wilting. 

    Instead, Beaulieu advises checking for possible fungal diseases or insufficient irrigation. Overwatering can also increase moisture levels, which can cause fungal growth.

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    #9

    Hands with pristine nails vs. hands covered in soil cradling a seedling, highlighting plant owner dedication.

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    Malide
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    1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a little pick me feeling ngl. I personally hate nails but there's nothing wrong with wearing them and have you ever heard of garden gloves?

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    Keeping houseplants in tight pots is a common mistake plant owners make. According to horticulturist Justin Hancock, plants may “tolerate” being root-bound but may not necessarily thrive. 

    In an interview with Homes and Gardens, Hancock advises regular repotting in bigger pots and giving plants fresh compost regularly. He adds that repotting may require less watering, while keeping them root-bound may cause them to dry out quicker.

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    House with attached greenhouse, labeled as "My house" and "My greenhouse," humor for plant owners.

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    Colleen Glim
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    1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yep. Satisfies my need for plants and my need for light. When can I move in?

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    Many people employ winterproofing strategies, such as covering their plants with burlap. However, experts like garden designer Amber Freda say this step isn’t particularly necessary. 

    “Doing so can prevent the plants from receiving sunlight, which can be detrimental to evergreens that need to keep photosynthesizing even in the winter months,” Freda explained, adding that winterproofing is only needed for tropical plants that won’t survive the cold weather.

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    Two types of plant owners meme; one worried about a dying plant, the other hopeful with a wilted plant.

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    Mel in Georgia
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    1 month ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am continually amazed by the tenacity of some plants and the fragility of others.

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    All plant parents out there, we’d like to hear from you. What essential tips can you give that could be helpful for those who want to take on this endeavor? Share them in the comment box below!

    #16

    A concerned person looking at a plant meme, expressing worry about yellowing leaves.

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    BeesEelsAndPups
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    1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The Crowley school of gardening. Put the fear of hell into those plants.

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    #17

    Cute creature peeking at a houseplant, humorously relatable to plant owners.

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    Lyoness
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    1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Most plant people I know will happily give you a cutting if you ask. Sharing plants is one of the joys of gardening.

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    Confused woman in a plant shop, surrounded by potted plants, capturing a humorous moment for plant owners.

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    Janelle Collard
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    1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "If you don't think money can buy happiness, you don't know where to shop." (saw that on a tee shirt, *many* years ago!)

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    Squidward meme in plant-free living room, capturing plant owner's feelings.

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    C.Stith
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    1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can have plants, or you can have three cats. Take your pick. You can’t have both!

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    #20

    Urban balcony covered in lush plants, humorously depicting a plant owner's dream transformation.

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    1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One thing is for sure: that house is far cooler than the ones around in summer

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    #25

    Emotional support plant in a vest with text: Sorry, Miss...you can't bring that plant on the plane! Perfect for plant owners.

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    jasper
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    1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd rather sit by a plant than a screaming toddler or a guy with stinky feet that's hogging the arm rest.

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    Glass of water meme showing plant owner's perspective with plant cutting in water.

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    Crystalwitch60
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    1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Exactly that I’ve even got celery roots growing in water I chopped off the stuff from supermarket lol only order stuff online being housebound , n I never miss a chance to use seeds n stuff to grow from stuff I buy 😂 hell I even popped the stems off the Easter roses I got from Tesco online food shop today 😂popped em in poly tunnel n lets see that’s a gardeners motto always try it 😂

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    #29

    Office filled with plants humorously labeled as kids, capturing a meme for plant owners.

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    Janelle Collard
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    1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And they don't scream, cry, have chair races in the hallways or play on your phone...

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    Floor plan with small rooms labeled for bedroom, kitchen, and bath; large area labeled "Plants" emphasizes space for plant owners.

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    InfamousBerry34
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    1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not accurate. You need the plants in the bedroom, kitchen and bathroom too!

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    #33

    Two men in suits admire a plant's variegation, highlighting plant owner humor.

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    #34

    Person in historical costume with a smug expression, captioned about plant owners and plastic plants.

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    Ahnjunwan
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    1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have one plastic plant next to my appartment door because there is just no light. Plastic plant os sometimes better than no plant

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    #38

    Greenhouse with sign warning plant owners about proplifting as shoplifting.

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    Niki
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    1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One of the greenhouses I frequent offers me a little cutting when they get new and exciting plants. NGL I get giddy.

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    #42

    Plant owner surrounded by numerous houseplants, holding a mug, with a speech bubble saying "This is fine."

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    #43

    Cartoon character surrounded by lush plants, highlighting humorous millennial plant owner culture.

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    Truck filled with potted plants for plant owners, captioned "Me if I ever need to move."

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    Gwyn
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    1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We might be moving and I'm already trying to figure out how to take all my plants with me.

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    Two people in a store, with text on the image humorously comparing grandkids to 200 houseplants for plant owners.

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    Car interior filled with potted plants, illustrating plant owner humor.

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    #53

    Skeletons gathered around plants, showing the humor and unity among plant owners.

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    Mel in Georgia
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    1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hear the eye rolls when I find the other plant lover in the group I'm with and start talking about plant issues ... not everyone's into it!

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    A knight is being knighted by a queen, with text about plant owners sharing cuttings.

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    #56

    Giant cactus with person beneath, illustrating a humorous moment familiar to plant owners.

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    Garden center entrance with plants and "Open" sign; funny meme for plant owners.

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    Plant owner meme with person in an orange suit asking aliens about plants.

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    #63

    Cartoon character in bed looking worried, with plants nearby, expressing a typical plant owner's regret.

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    #64

    Woman humorously locked in large cage to stop buying plants; surrounded by houseplants, reflecting plant owner struggles.

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    #65

    Two figures share a connection through plant-themed brainwaves, symbolizing a bond among plant owners.

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    #66

    A meme showing a plant owner's dilemma, considering houseplants over a hypothetical allergic child, using a cartoon scene.

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    #68

    A humorous meme featuring a dog's quirky expression with text about a plant owner's dilemma over a dying plant, saying "u want water?"

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    #69

    Cartoon figure at night thinking about buying a plant, capturing a relatable moment for plant owners.

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    Person meditating among plants, humorously considering becoming a stay-at-home plant owner.

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    Man covered in leaves, caption: spending money on plants instead of clothes, humorous plant owner meme.

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    Car window sticker with four potted plant icons, humor for plant owners.

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    #74

    Dog expressing excitement next to a plant unfurling leaves, depicting the joy of plant owners.

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    #75

    Plant owner meme with excited face referencing Home Depot markdowns in gardening.

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    #76

    Two books depict plant owner's vast plant knowledge versus minimal social skills.

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    #77

    Person in a bright costume with leaves, mimicking a plant character, holding a garden tool, humorously representing plant owners.

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    #78

    Person surrounded by potted plants, suggesting plant owners can relate to them as if they are kids.

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    #79

    Woman confidently declaring plans to rule over her plants, capturing a humorous moment for plant owners.

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    #80

    Smiling dog beside a plant, humorously capturing the dilemma faced by plant owners.

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    Person with a cart full of plants, humorously illustrating the dilemma faced by plant owners.

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    #82

    "Funny plant owner costume package featuring a plant and humorous list, highlighting plant owner memes."

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    #84

    Cartoon character in pink with a houseplant, capturing a humorous moment relatable to plant owners.

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    #85

    Google search meme about plant owners opening a nursery after successful propagation.

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    Which benefit of being a plant parent resonates the most with you?

    Stress reduction

    Improved focus

    Better air quality

    Emotional satisfaction