Plants vs. Pixels: Which Subscription Truly Adds Value?
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I was thinking and doing some research, as I always do around the holidays, and a thought struck me: we spend so much on things that vanish the moment we stop paying for them.
Take streaming subscriptions, for example—did you know the average household spends over $40 a month on platforms like Netflix, Disney+, and HBO? That got me thinking: what if we invested that money into something that actually lasts, grows, and makes our spaces more beautiful?
That’s why I created Lunar Sunshine Creatures’ subscription boxes—to give people something tangible, joyful, and full of life, month after month.
How Does Your the Average Household Compare?
| Category | Streaming Subscriptions | LSC Plant Subscriptions |
|---|---|---|
| Average Platforms | 2.9 platforms per household. | One personalized plant subscription box. |
| Average Monthly Cost | $42.38 | Ranges from $21.00 (Succulent Box) to $63.00 (Pre-Potted). |
| What You Receive | Temporary access to shows and movies. | A handpicked plant that grows and beautifies your space. |
| Longevity of Value | Ends when the subscription is canceled. | Plants last for years, improving your space every day. |
Something I put together: Streaming Services vs. LSC Plant Subscriptions
| Feature | Streaming Subscriptions | LSC Plant Subscriptions |
|---|---|---|
| What You Receive | Access to movies and shows—an endless scroll of entertainment. | A handpicked, pre-potted or nursery plant that brings life, beauty, and joy into your home. |
| Emotional Payoff | Temporary escapism; passive consumption of content. | A sense of accomplishment, calm, and joy from nurturing a living plant and styling your space. |
| Visual Impact | Adds no visual enhancement to your physical space. | Transforms your home into a vibrant, stylish sanctuary with minimal effort. |
| Mindfulness Benefits | Increases screen time, often leading to fatigue. | Caring for plants reduces stress, improves focus, and creates moments of mindfulness. |
| Eco-Friendliness | Streaming contributes to significant carbon emissions globally. | Plants improve air quality, produce oxygen, and align with sustainability efforts. |
| Giftability | Easy to gift but lacks personal or lasting impact. | A thoughtful, long-lasting gift that continues to grow and bring joy month after month. |
| Cost Per Month |
Average Household: $42.38 for 2.9 services Netflix: $15.49 Disney+: $15.99 HBO Max: $19.99. |
Succulent Box: $21.00 Mystery Plant Box: $21.50 Pre-Potted Box: $63.00. |
How I aim to give you more value
- Living Value Over Temporary Entertainment: A plant doesn’t end when the credits roll. It keeps growing, thriving, and enhancing your life.
- Aesthetic and Emotional Benefits: While streaming adds more screen time, plants create a sanctuary in your home, improving your mental and physical well-being.
- Perfect for Gifting: A plant subscription is a unique, personal gift that continues to delight the recipient every month.
While streaming services entertain you for a moment, Lunar Sunshine Creatures’ subscriptions transform your space and elevate your life for years to come. Why settle for pixels when you can bring home real, lasting beauty?