March 7

Plant Power Day

A food observance on March 7 promoting plant-based diets and encouraging people to make plant foods the centerpiece of their meals for health, animal welfare, and environmental sustainability.

Yearly Date

March 7

Observed in

United States

Introduction

Celebrate the power of plants on Plant Power Day on March 7! This day is a time to recognize the amazing benefits that plants have for us, and to appreciate all they do. Plants provide food, fuel, oxygen and medicines - just some of the ways we rely on them in our everyday lives. They also give us shelter, help reduce erosion, protect against climate change and make beautiful landscapes!

Plant Power Day Timeline

1800s

Rise of Vegetarianism

The concept of vegetarianism began to gain widespread recognition and acceptance during the 1800s.

1944

The Vegan Society

The Vegan Society was founded in the UK by Donald Watson, coining the term 'vegan'.

1960s

Environmentalism Grows

Environmental activism increased in the 1960s, raising awareness of the plant-based lifestyle's benefits to our planet.

2016

Planet-Based Trends Surge

The plant-based diet trend started to surge globally as a healthy and eco-friendly alternative.

2019

Inaugural Plant Power Day

The first Plant Power Day was celebrated to recognize the benefits of plants and encourage plant-based diets.

2020

Mainstream Plant-based Products

Plant-based products became mainstream in supermarkets, fast food chains and cafes, making them more accessible to everyone.

How to Celebrate Plant Power Day

1 Grow your own plants

Start your own garden with some of your favorite plants. If you're feeling adventurous, try some new plants that you have never grown before. You can start from seed or buy small starters to get your garden going.

2 Plant a tree

Planting a tree is a great way to show your love for plant power. Make sure you research the type of tree best suited for your climate and location. Give your tree plenty of water and watch it grow!

3 Cook with plants

Take the time to experiment with different plant-based recipes. Expand your culinary horizons by trying out plant-based dishes like vegan chili, stir fry, or veggie burgers.

4 Visit a botanical garden

Check out the local botanical gardens in your area to get in touch with nature and observe the amazing variety of plants. Take a stroll through the gardens and take lots of pictures along the way.

5 Share photos on social media

Share photos on social media of yourself celebrating Plant Power Day. This is a great way to spread awareness about the importance of plants and their vital role in our lives.

Why We Love Plant Power Day

Plant-based meals are good for the planet

Eating a plant-based diet is an easy way to reduce your carbon footprint and help protect our planet. Plant-based foods require far fewer resources to produce, so you can feel good about helping the environment while still enjoying delicious meals!

Plants make healthy eating easier

Getting your recommended daily servings of vegetables, fruits, nuts and grains is much easier when you're focusing on plants! Plant-based diets are full of fiber and essential vitamins and minerals that will keep you feeling healthy and energized all day long.

Plant-powered meals are delicious

The great thing about plant-based eating is that you don't have to sacrifice taste for health benefits! There are so many creative recipes out there that use only natural, wholesome ingredients - so satisfy your cravings with nutritious plant power!