The podcast for plant addicts. Life is all about trying - new things, old things in a different way or being accepting of the limited control we have over things. For anyone who loves plants and taking care of them.
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Ever wanted to get into houseplants, but didn’t know where to start? Whether you have the greeenest of thumbs or have never touched a plant, my goal is to teach you something new without being too overwhelming. Enroll in plant school by listening along as Rachel (BS in Plant Science) teaches about the world of indoor plants!
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Running an Orchid Business w/ Toine Overgaag | Ep. 166
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33:40In today's episode, I talk with Toine Overgaag and his experience in the orchid industry. Check out Westerlay Orchids here - https://www.westerlay.com/ Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spring.com/ Leave a review on App…
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In today's episode, I go over the most expensive houseplants and other times this has occurred in history. Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spring.com/ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or answer the question on Spotify…
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The Importance of Gardening Now! w/ Marjory Wildcraft | Ep. 164
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43:55In today's episode, I talk with Marjory Wildcraft and why she feels gardening & food production is more important than ever and how you can be empowered to do so yourself. Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spring.com/ L…
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In today's episode I cover some of the coolest new items in the plant tech world! Here's links to the products discussed; Leaflet Smart Pet Planter LeafyPod Tertill Yarbo Farm Bot Check out Market Botany and use code "plantschoolpodcast" for a discount on your next order! Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link belo…
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In today's episode, I go over everything there is to know concerning houseplants and flowers. I ask questions including; What is a flower? What is the purpose of a flower? Do all houseplants flower? How to make a houseplant flower? Are all houseplants flowers desirable? Check out marketbotany.com and use code "plantschoolpodcast" for 10% off your o…
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Becoming a Clinical Herbalist w/ Emily Johnson | Ep. 161
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32:26In today's episode we learn from Emily Johnson and her journey of becoming a clinical herbalist. Follow her @emmiejoyherbal And don't forget to check out our sponsor, Market Botany, and use code 'plantschoolpodcast' for a discount! Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plan…
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In today's episode, I go over everything there is to know aboutEpipremnum aureum or the Pothos plant. I answer questions including; What is a pothos plant? What do they symbolize? Where does the pothos originate? What is the history of the pothos plant? How to water a pothos? What lighting does a pothos need? How to prune, fertilize, and repot a po…
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Botanica: Tarot About the Language of Flowers | Ep. 159
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45:00Check out Kevin Jay Stanton and his work here; Botanica Full Bloom Kickstarter @kevinjaystanton kevinjaystanton.com Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spring.com/ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or answer the question o…
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Everything You Need to Know About Variegation | Ep. 158
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31:37In today's episode I cover all there is to know about variegation in plants. I answer questions including; What is variegation? How is variegation created in plants? What are the different types of variegation? What are the consequences of leaves being variegated? Are variegated houseplants rare? Can you create variegation in plants at home? Thanks…
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In today's episode I cover everything there is to know about Hoya's from their symbolism, history, and their care! I answer questions including; What is a hoya? Where do hoyas originate? What do hoyas symbolize? What is the history of the hoya? How to water a hoya? What are the lighting needs of the hoya? How to repot one? etc. Thanks for listening…
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Today's episode goes over the intriguing history of the Christmas tree and how it came to be what it is today. Use code 'plantschoolpodcast' for 10% off your order at MarketBotany.com! Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-…
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A Guide to Online Plant Shopping | Ep. 155
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26:11Use this link to get $15 off on the Whatnot App! And don't forget to check out the Whatnot Wonderland event Dec. 12th-14th! In today's episode, I go over the online houseplant industry and how you can buy a houseplant with confidence! I answer questions including; What is online plant shopping? How does a plant go from a grower to your home? What r…
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Check out marketbotany.com and use code 'plantschoolpodcast' for 10% off your order! In today's episode I dive into a topic that I love, medicinal plants. I answer the following questions; What does "medicinal" mean? What makes a plant medicinal? How long have plants been used for medicine? How many plants are medicinal? How do you prep medicinal p…
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In today's episode, I research and go over the best plant-related games I could find and recommend the best ones! Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spring.com/ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or comment on Spotify and …
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In today's episode, I go over the symbolism, history, and the intricacies of caring for a bonsai. Check out Market Botany here and use code 'plantschoolpodcast' for 10% your order! Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spri…
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RERUN - Top 10 Spooky Black Houseplants | Ep. 151
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19:35In today's episode I go over what determines a plant's leaf color and cover my top 10 black-leafed houseplants. Check out Market Botany and use code "plantschoolpodcast" for 10% off your order. Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants…
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How to be the Best Plant Sitter | Ep. 150
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25:36In today's episode, I cover what plant-sitting is, what options there are to plant sitting, how much you can make taking care of plants, and how to level up your houseplant sitting game. Check out Market Botany and use code "plantschoolpodcast" for 10% your order! Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link below or che…
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Check out our sponsor Market Botany and use code 'plantschoolpodcast' at checkout for a discount! In today's episode I cover the Prayer Plant's (specifically Maranta Leuconeura) history, symbolism, and how to care for it so it can thrive for years! Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch …
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In today's episode I dive into the history of composting, why we do it, and also how to go about composting for optimal success! Check out our sponsor, Market Botany, and use code 'plantschoolpodcast' for a discount! Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch …
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Game-changers for Your Houseplants | Ep. 147
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32:12In today's episode I dive into a Reddit post where people share tips that changed their houseplant game. Use code 'plantschoolpodcast' at marketbotany.com for 10% off your order! Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spring…
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In today's episode, we go over the history, the symbolism, and all the care you need for your Peace Lily plant! Check out our sponsor, Market Botany, here and use code 'plantschoolpodcast' for 10% off! Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenne…
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RERUN - Tips for Houseplants in Summer | Ep. 145
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20:12Today's episode covers all the tips for keeping your houseplants happy and thriving in these hotter summer months. Use code 'plantschoolpodcast' at marketbotany.com/shop for 10% off your next order! Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-p…
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Beginners Guide to Mushroom Hunting w/ @fungiwoman | Ep. 144
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49:50Use code 'plantschoolpodcast' at marketbotany.com/shop for 10% off your order! Today's episode I interview Barbora Batokova @fungiwoman, author of "Hunting Mushrooms; How to Safely Identify, Forage and Cook Wild Fungi" and learn all about the world of mushrooms and how you can become a mushroom forager! Thanks for listening! You can support this po…
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Check out marketbotany.com/shop and use code 'plantschoolpodcast' for 10% your order! In today's episode I talk ferns, their history, and exactly how to care for them. I answer questions including; What is a fern? What do they symbolize? Where did ferns originate? What is the history of the fern? How to water a fern? Lighting needs of a fern? How t…
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Can Your Pets Hear Your Plants? | Ep. 142
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20:44In today's episode I dive into a 2023 study from the Cell Press Journal that found that plants just may be noisier than we thought. Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spring.com/ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or answe…
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In today's episode I go over my top 10 favorite pothos plant varieties. Check out marketbotany.com/shop and use code 'plantschoolpodcast' for 10% off your order today! Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spring.com/ Leave…
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In today's episode I go over Alocasia plants, where they came from and how to care for them! I answer questions including; What is an alocasia? What do they symbolize? Where did they originate? What is the history of the alocasia? How should you water an alocasia? Lighting & fertilizing needs? How to repot one?/soil needs? How to prune an alocasia?…
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Today I take a look at unpopular houseplant opinions shared on a Reddit post and discuss my opinion on them. Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spring.com/ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or answer the question on Spoti…
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Turning a Houseplant Hobby Into a Business | Ep. 138
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53:47In today's interview, I talk with Cameron Curry of Market Botany and discuss how he took his love of houseplants and created it into a new exciting business. Follow Cameron on Tiktok & Instagram or check out his website! Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Me…
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Check out our giveaway sponsor here! In today's episode, I discuss the fascinating symbolism, history, and also how to care for Venus Flytraps or Dionaea muscipula. I answer questions including; What is a venus flytrap? Where did they originate? What's the symbolism of the venus flytrap? What's the history of the venus flytrap? How to water a venus…
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How to be a Freelance Landscape Designer | Ep. 136
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40:32Check out our free plant giveaway sponsor here! Today's episode I discuss what it's like being a freelance landscape designer with Danelle Stetler. We discuss how she got into the industry, what processes she uses when designing, what philosophies she brings into it, how to go about it, etc. Check out Danelle and what she's up to here; Instagram - …
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Check out our free plant sponsor here! In today's episode I go over indoor grow lights. I answer questions including; What is a grow light? What is the history of grow lights? Why do we need grow lights? What kinds of grow lights are there? What do you look for when buying a grow light? How do you use a grow light properly? Thanks for listening! Yo…
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Check out our giveaway sponsor here! Today's episode covers the history and care of the fiddle leaf fig (Ficus lyrata). I answer questions including; What is a fiddle leaf fig? What does a fiddle leaf fig symbolize? Where did the fiddle leaf fig originate? What is the history of the fiddle leaf fig? How to water a fiddle leaf fig? What are the ligh…
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Using Menstrual Blood and Urine as Fertilizer? | Ep. 133
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33:08Check out our giveaway sponsor's plant shop here! In today's episode, I discuss the efficacy of using menstrual blood and urine as a fertilizer for plants. I answer questions including; How long have people been using blood for plants? Is it worth it to use menstrual blood for fertilizer? How to use menstrual blood as a fertilizer? How long have pe…
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Welcome to the plant.addict.podcast! In our third episode we talk about limiting our addiction. Buying more and more… New additions, time and watering. HVAC reeks havoc on the moisture in the air and the seasonal increase in watering. Outdoor garden success with garden grazing and snacking on the fresh produce. Abundance of outdoor plants and the s…
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Welcome to the plant.addict.podcast! In our first episode an introduction to our world of junkies, addicts and whores. Philodendron Monstera ‘Bertha’ and the joy of spreading plant addiction with cuttings. Baby ‘Bertha’s’ are all over the West Coast and there is a great hope to take over the world with the cuttings. Of the almost 100 potted / capti…
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Welcome to the plant.addict.podcast! Follow me on - www.instagram.com/plant.addict.podcastBy plant.addict
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Money Tree History & Care Guide | Ep. 132
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27:22Check out our giveaway sponsor here! In today's episode, I discuss everything about Money Trees, or Pachira aquatica. I answer questions including; What is a money tree? What do they symbolize? Where did money trees originate? What is the history of the money tree? How to water a money tree? What is a money tree's lighting needs? How to fertilize a…
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Why I Started Plant School Podcast | Ep. 131
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22:51Today's episode is a bit different and I take some time to tell you more about me and why I started this podcast! Check out our giveaway sponsor here! Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spring.com/ Leave a review on Appl…
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History of Christmas Trees RERUN | Ep. 130
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28:18Today I go over the fun topic of the history of the Christmas tree! I discuss the following questions; When did we decide to bring trees into our homes? What do evergreens mean to ancient civilizations? How did Christmas trees spread to America? How has the Christmas tree developed in the modern day? Are Christmas trees sustainable? What tree is be…
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What It Takes to Run a Greenhouse w/ Ryan McCoard | Ep. 129
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36:44Email Ryan at [email protected] and check out https://gardencenter.store/ In today's episode we talk to Ryan McCoard and discuss the following questions; How did Sunshine Greenhouses start? What does a day look like in a greenhouse? What do you need for a successful greenhouse business? What are the pros & cons of running a greenhouse? How…
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Check out onlinegardencenter.store and all their houseplants! In today's episode I go over how to care for houseplants in the winter time. I answer questions including; Why should we alter care for houseplants in the winter time? What plants handle cold better? What plants don't handle cold well? What to do to help your houseplants in winter? Thank…
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The Worst Plant Advice That You've Heard | Ep. 127
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30:14In today's episode, I go through some of the worst plant advice people have heard via a facebook post. Check out our giveaway plant supplier here! Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spring.com/ Leave a review on Apple Po…
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In today's episode, I interview Jarema Osofsky, @dirtqueennyc, and discuss the following questions; What is a moon garden? Why should someone create one? How do you create your own moon garden? What houseplants are good for moon gardens? How can you include others in your moon garden? Check out our free plant giveaway sponsor here!Thanks for listen…
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Mandrake Care Guide - Most Historically Rich Plant Ever? | Ep. 125
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29:51Check out onlinegardencenter.store and support their small business! In today's episode I discuss the Mandrake (Mandragora officinarum) and it's rich yet dark history and how to care for one too. I answer questions including; What is a Mandrake? What does a Mandrake symbolize? Where did Mandrakes originate? What is the history of the Mandrake? How …
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Top 10 Spooky Black Houseplants | Ep. 124
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19:55In today's episode I go over what determines a plant's leaf color and cover my top 10 black-leafed houseplants.Don't forget to check out onlinegardencenter.store and show them some love!Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator…
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Top 10 Longest Living Houseplants RERUN | Ep. 123
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20:31Rerun of Ep. 82 where I cover the longest living houseplants that have ever been recorded, my recommendations for long-living houseplants and how to care for a plant to help it live a full and lasting life. Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://…
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In today's episode, I go over the incredible life and contributions of Ynes Mexia, a well-known Mexican American botanist. Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spring.com/ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts and you may be hi…
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In todays episodes I discuss how to spot a rare houseplant. I answer the following questions; What is a rare houseplant? Has anyone accidentally found a rare houseplant? What do you look for to find a rare houseplant? Where can you find rare houseplants? How NOT to obtain a rare houseplant? Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with th…
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In today's episode, I discuss the history and how to care for an English Ivy plant. I answer questions including, What is English Ivy? What does English Ivy symbolize? Where did English Ivy originate? What is the history of English Ivy? How to water English Ivy? Lighting needs for English Ivy? How to fertilize English Ivy? How to repot one?/soil ne…
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