More Koreans Raise ‘Pet Plants’
During the past several years, people have been spending a lot of time at home. In particular, activities and hobbies that can be done indoors have become popular. For this reason, many young adults in their 20s and 30s have become interested in growing plants.These adults spend a lot of time with their plants and give them a vast amount of attention. New terms have even been created, such as “pet plant” and “pet servant.” As these words show, plant owners say they care for their plants as much as pet owners do for their pet animals.The so-called pet servants enjoy growing a wide variety of plants in their homes. They range from common household plants to rare species that have been imported from abroad.The plant owners watch the whole progress of the plants’ growth and come to appreciate their individual characteristics. Some even give affectionate nicknames to their pet plants and talk to them.Through this hobby, these people say they find peace of mind and relief from their stress. At the same time, they also feel a sense of achievement. As public interest in gardening has increased, so has its presence on social media. Influencers and other celebrities regularly share their experiences online and show off their pet plants to the public.More companies are also selling various products and services related to gardening. They include electronic equipment to provide optimal conditions for pet plants, and educational programs that provide gardening advice for their owners.
Questions:1. Why do activities and hobbies that can be done indoors have become popular?2. What have young adults become interested in?3. What are the two new terms that were created by this trend and what do they mean?4. How does this hobby make people find peace of mind and relief from stress?5. Would you be interested in indoor gardening too? Why or why not?
