Growing Joy with Plants - Wellness Rooted in Nature, Houseplants, Gardening and Plant Care Podcast Por Maria Failla- Happy Plant Lady and Author of Growing Joy: The Plant Lover's Guide to Cultivating Happiness arte de portada

Growing Joy with Plants - Wellness Rooted in Nature, Houseplants, Gardening and Plant Care

Growing Joy with Plants - Wellness Rooted in Nature, Houseplants, Gardening and Plant Care

De: Maria Failla- Happy Plant Lady and Author of Growing Joy: The Plant Lover's Guide to Cultivating Happiness
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Looking for free, natural ways to decrease stress and increase joy and calm in your life? The answer might be simpler than you think: houseplants, gardening and nature. On Growing Joy with Plants, learn alongside Happy Plant Lady, Maria Failla to care for plants, engage with nature, and use them to manage your overwhelm, anxiety and experience happiness and calm you thought was only available on vacation.Plant care is self care. Come grow some joy with us. Follow along on socials @growingjoywithmaria© 2017 Bloom and Grow, LLC Higiene y Vida Saludable Psicología Psicología y Salud Mental
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  • 2026 Garden and Houseplant Trends: My Main Takeaways from Northwest Flower and Garden Festival

    2026 Garden and Houseplant Trends: My Main Takeaways from Northwest Flower and Garden Festival
    Mar 10 2026
    This is my third year attending the Northwest Flower and Garden Show in Seattle, and I come back with all the plant tea! Every year, this festival just keeps getting better. The only way I can describe what it feels like is that I walked into a convention center and forgot I was in one. In front of me, there were 20 full garden landscapes installed on the concrete floor. The lights are dimmed, and you can hear birdsongs and smell mulch and something floral. I gave a talk on my plant parent personalities and co-hosted the House of Plants pop-up with Costa Farms. But I always leave with more than I came for because every year, the garden installs and what vendors are selling tells me something real about where gardening and houseplants are headed. So here are my main takeaways from the 2026 Northwest Flower and Garden Festival! In this episode, we learn: [02:05] What the Northwest Flower & Garden Show (Festival) is[05:15] How the display gardens work![06:11] What are the biggest 2026 garden trends?[07:50] My 3 favorite whimsical garden installs![14:09] Why you should do whimsy/storytelling in your own gardens![14:32] What are the newest houseplant trends in 2026?[16:36] Why plant parents are craving low-maintenance plants[18:14] How Espoma Organic helped bring me to the NWFG![20:41] Ripe Tomato Revolution by Frank Hyman[22:45] Krystal (Plantswithkrystal) on diverse plants, terrariums, and ponds[24:48] Justin (Costa Farms) on variegation trends and golden monstera[25:20] What’s the one thing plant parents still get wrong?[26:42] Zach (Soltech) on bold statement plants and grow lights[30:04] Kamili (Plantblerd) on evergreen favorites and the lure of “unicorn plants”[32:48] Farmer Nick on variegation overload and the limits of “rare plant” culture[37:18] Cassidy (Succulents and Sunshine) on why rigid watering schedules don’t work[41:52] Claudia (In the Garden with Claudia) on houseplant energy at a gardening show Mentioned in our conversation: Northwest Flower & Garden FestivalCosta FarmsRelish Gardens’ The Jewel Box: A Moment PreservedWest Seattle Nursery’s Where Stories Take RootHello Garden Designs’ The Garden Maker’s AtelierKrystal @plantswithkrystal: Website | InstagramJustin from Costa Farms: Website | InstagramZach from Soltech: Website | InstagramKamili Bell Hill @plantblerd: InstagramNick Cutsumpas @farmernick: Website | InstagramCassidy @succulentsandsunshine: Website | InstagramClaudia @inthegardenwithclaudia: Instagram For my favorite plant installs at the NWFGS 2026, check out the full show notes and blog here! Thank you to our episode sponsors: Espoma Organic Visit espoma.com to find your local Espoma dealer or check my Amazon storefront. Quarto: Ripe Tomato Revolution by Frank Hyman Grab Ripe Tomato Revolutionat quarto.com and wherever books are sold. Follow Maria and Growing Joy: Order my book: Growing Joy: The Plant Lover's Guide to Cultivating Happiness (and Plants)by Maria Failla, Illustrated by Samantha Leung Join the Bloom and Grow Garden Party Community Platform & App AKA the plantiest and kindest corner of the internet! Get your FREE 2-week trial here! Take the Plant Parent Personality Quiz (Get the perfect plants, projects and educational resources for YOUR Lifestyle) Support Bloom and Grow Radio by becoming a Plant Friend on Patreon! Instagram: @growingjoywithmaria Tiktok: @growingjoywithmaria Subscribe to the Growing Joy Youtube channel! /growingjoywithmaria Website: www.growingjoywithmaria.com Pinterest: @growingjoywithmaria Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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  • Natural Light for Indoor Plants: What Plant Parents Get Wrong: Best of Growing Joy Replay

    Natural Light for Indoor Plants: What Plant Parents Get Wrong: Best of Growing Joy Replay
    Mar 5 2026
    Natural light for indoor plants is one of the most misunderstood parts of plant care. Most plant parents think their homes are bright enough for houseplants… but the truth is, we often overestimate how much light our plants are actually getting. So we all know that the concept of bright indirect light is kind of a disaster. It’s one of the most confusing things in indoor plant care, and most plant parents wildly overestimate how much light they have in their homes. That’s exactly why I’m so excited to bring back this two-part series on natural light for indoor plants from the Best of Growing Joy collection. In this episode, I’m joined by my dear friend, horticulturist and lighting expert Leslie Halleck, author of Gardening Under Lights, one of the best resources for understanding grow lights and indoor plant lighting. But before we even talk about grow lights, we need to understand something even more fundamental: how light actually works for plants. In this conversation, Leslie and I get into the nitty-gritty of what light really means for houseplants, why the phrase “bright indirect light” causes so much confusion for plant parents, and how to actually measure light for your plants at home. There’s also a free download in the show notes that walks you through three days of measuring the natural light in your home, so you can finally understand what your plants are really getting. In this episode, we learn: How Leslie came to be the lighting expert she is nowMeasuring and understanding NATURAL light 101The difference between the volume of light vs the brightness of lightWhat PAR is and why it is important for understand our natural light in our apartmentsThe most brilliant metaphor for light that will make even the science inept person understand light, photons and photosynthesisHow the direction your window faces affects the amount of light in your apartment, and a good rule of thumb to live byWhat the heck “bright indirect light’ actually is!Practical steps to understanding “bright indirect light” for your specific surroundingHow many feet away from your windowsill does “bright light” turn to “medium light” and then turn to “low light”Why we overwater our plants (spoiler alert… it’s often because of your lighting conditions)If sunbeams that move throughout your apartments make a different for your plantsWhy experimenting with plant placement and light is crucial Mentioned in our conversation: Soltech (Use code bloom15 for 15% off!)Gardening Under Lights; The Complete Guide for Indoor Growers Are you sure your plants are actually getting enough light? Check out the full show notes and blog to learn how to measure the natural light in your home! Follow Leslie Website Instagram Twitter Pinterest Facebook Follow Maria and Growing Joy: Order my book: Growing Joy: The Plant Lover's Guide to Cultivating Happiness (and Plants)by Maria Failla, Illustrated by Samantha Leung Join the Bloom and Grow Garden Party Community Platform & App AKA the plantiest and kindest corner of the internet! Get your FREE 2-week trial here! Take the Plant Parent Personality Quiz (Get the perfect plants, projects and educational resources for YOUR Lifestyle) Support Bloom and Grow Radio by becoming a Plant Friend on Patreon! Instagram: @growingjoywithmaria Tiktok: @growingjoywithmaria Subscribe to the Growing Joy Youtube channel! /growingjoywithmaria Website: www.growingjoywithmaria.com Pinterest: @growingjoywithmaria Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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  • Low Maintenance Gardening with Continuous Vegetable Gardening

    Low Maintenance Gardening with Continuous Vegetable Gardening
    Mar 3 2026
    Are you tired of the boom-and-bust cycle of traditional gardening? Imagine a world where your garden is a source of joy and sustenance all year round! Join me, in this enlightening episode of Growing Joy with Plants, where I chat with the incredibly knowledgeable gardening expert, Charlie Nardozzi. Together, we dive deep into the realm of low maintenance gardening and explore innovative techniques that not only simplify your gardening experience but also promote sustainable practices. Charlie takes us on a journey through his childhood, sharing his cherished memories of gardening with his Italian grandparents. His passion for plants blossomed into a successful career as a horticulturist and author, and today, he’s here to help us shift our gardening mindset. Forget the traditional methods that often lead to plants dying or battling plant pests; it's time to embrace low maintenance gardening strategies that yield continuous harvests! In this episode, we discuss the concept of a continuous vegetable garden that allows you to enjoy fresh produce throughout the growing season. Charlie introduces us to the wonders of perennial vegetables and self-sowing plants, which can transform your garden into a thriving ecosystem with minimal effort. We also touch on the ecological benefits of diverse planting, ensuring that your garden not only flourishes but also contributes positively to the environment. Throughout our conversation, Charlie shares invaluable tips on mindful gardening, including how to effectively manage scale insects, rid of gnats, and tackle common plant diseases. Whether you're a seasoned plant parent or just starting your journey into home-based wellness, this episode is packed with practical advice on watering tips, humidity for plants, and propagation tips that will elevate your gardening game. So, if you're ready to cultivate a joyful living space filled with abundant blooms and delicious harvests, tune in to this episode of Growing Joy with Plants! Let’s dig into the world of low maintenance gardening together! In this episode, we learn:low [01:27] How Charlie Nardozzi became a continuous vegetable garden expert[04:56] What “continuous gardening” really solves[05:50] What are self-sowing vegetables?[07:51] How I used basil for succession planting![08:28] Manually scattering seeds vs true self-sowing[09:40] What perennial edibles are most gardeners overlooking?[13:00] Growing wine cap mushrooms as a perennial![14:08] What mulch and organic matter do wine caps need to fruit?[14:49] Manukora[16:32] Other ways to grow mushrooms at home![17:02] How your hardiness zone changes what counts as a perennial[18:28] What are some of the best self-sowing edibles to start with?[19:34] When to let volunteer tomatoes grow and when to pull them[20:26] Where seed saving and self-sowing overlap[22:10] What Charlie’s garden actually looks like now[23:19] No-dig raised beds and mimicking nature for less work[24:08] What are Charlie’s favorite plant combinations for a bed?[26:14] Can you grow a mostly perennial food garden?[27:22] Why Jerusalem artichokes (sunchokes) are an underrated perennial staple[29:05] Making garlic and potatoes “perennial” through selective saving[30:36] Practical tips for saving seeds, curing garlic, and overwintering tubers[32:16] Why labeling matters and how to use mystery seeds[32:39] Creating a polyculture bed[33:43] Where to find Charlie, his book, and what he's got coming up! Mentioned in our conversation: Charlie’s gardening books mentioned: The Continuous Vegetable GardenThe Complete Guide to No-Dig Gardening For Charlie's low-maintenance gardening guide, check out the full show notes and blog here! Follow Charlie: WebsiteInstagramYouTubeFacebookPinterestOther booksWebinars Thank you to our episode sponsor: Manukora Go to manukora.com/bloom to get up to 31% off the starter kit that includes their 850+ Manukora honey jar, 5 honey travel sticks, a wooden spoon, and a guidebook, PLUS $25 worth of free gifts! Follow Maria and Growing Joy: Order my book: Growing Joy: The Plant Lover's Guide to Cultivating Happiness (and Plants)by Maria Failla, Illustrated by Samantha Leung Join the Bloom and Grow Garden Party Community Platform & App AKA the plantiest and kindest corner of the internet! Get your FREE 2-week trial here! Take the Plant Parent Personality Quiz (Get the perfect plants, projects and educational resources for YOUR Lifestyle) Support Bloom and Grow Radio by becoming a Plant Friend on Patreon! Instagram: @growingjoywithmaria Tiktok: @growingjoywithmaria Subscribe to the Growing Joy Youtube channel! /growingjoywithmaria Website: www.growingjoywithmaria.com Pinterest: @growingjoywithmaria Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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I love this! I started listening this podcast also as a new plant mom, used to kill cactus like begginer. I've learned a lot and had fun listening to Maria. Also the plant community is amazing!! Grateful

Best plant podcast ever!!!!!

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