bettyperry•2mo ago

Unpopular opinion: That fancy plant shelf you built near the heater could cook your succulents

I almost lost my jade plant because the warm air dried out the pot way too fast.

4 comments

4 Comments

wendy_ross712mo ago

I just moved mine further back

jennyh552mo ago

Honestly, is it that serious?

bethj442mo ago

My neighbor's toddler tripped on one last week and needed three stitches. It's a real hazard, Jennyh55. We had to move our coffee table out of the living room completely after that. It's not just about bumping a shin, it's a genuine safety issue, especially with kids or older folks around. A clear path is way more important than having a table right there.

owens.nancy2mo ago

Yeah, moving it back is a good start. I mean, we did that too after my nephew took a bad fall. But honestly, you really need to check the clear space around it every single day. Stuff just ends up there, like a toy or a shoe, and then it's a trip hazard all over again. It's one of those things you have to stay on top of.