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

Maria Failla- Happy Plant Lady and Author of Growing Joy: The Plant Lover's Guide to Cultivating Happiness
Plant Care
Gardening
Houseplants
Houseplant Care
Horticulture
Self-Care
Sustainability
Hoya
Homesteading
Watering Techniques
Humidity
Native Plants
Sustainable Practices
Anthurium
Container Gardening
Organic Gardening
Wellness
Interior Design
Composting
Philodendron

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 v... more

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Does this design decision bring me closer to nature? When I started renovating our new home a few months ago, I wasn’t going to make a single design choice without asking this question. This lens is called biophilic design, and I actually had an epis... more

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What if your houseplants are doing so much more than just looking pretty on your windowsill? What if they’re actually communicating, sensing their environment, and responding in ways we’re only beginning to understand?

In this Best of Growing Joy re... more

Do you have the guts to release beneficial insects in your home? I recently invited Jamie, the co-founder of DMV Beneficials, into my studio to do exactly that. We spent the afternoon performing a professional consultation on my green wall. We examin... more

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Paco Calvo
Professor and philosopher of science, co-author of Planta Sapiens
Minimal Intelligence Lab, University of Murcia
Episode: The Wild Truth About Plant Intelligence and Human Connection: Best of Growing Joy Replay
Natalie Lawrence
Science writer, writing partner of Paco Calvo
Minimal Intelligence Lab, co-author of Planta Sapiens
Episode: The Wild Truth About Plant Intelligence and Human Connection: Best of Growing Joy Replay
Ryan McEnaney
Spokesperson and figurehead for Endless Summer Hydrangeas
Endless Summer Hydrangeas (Bailey Nurseries)
Episode: The Hydrangea Care Secrets Behind Those Massive Summer Blooms: Best of Growing Joy Replay
Nicole from Gardenary
Founder of Gardenary and Gardenary 365 coach network
Gardenary
Episode: Grow Your Own Salad: How to Grow Lettuce from Seed to Harvest: Best of Growing Joy Replay
David Mizejewski
Naturalist, conservationist, and spokesperson for the National Wildlife Federation
National Wildlife Federation
Episode: Monarch Butterflies, Growing Milkweed, And The Power Of Plant People
Juliet of Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine
Founder of the Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine
Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine
Episode: Herbalism 101: Grow, Harvest, and Use Medicinal Herbs: Best of Growing Joy Replay
Rhonda Fleming Hayes
Author of Garden for Life; advocate for seniors who garden
Garden for Life (author)
Episode: Gardening Tips for Seniors: How to Adapt Your Garden as You Age Gracefully
Jenny Rose Carey
Author, gardener, bulb expert
Northview Garden in Pennsylvania
Episode: Spring Bulb and Summer Bulb Planting Tutorial with Jenny Rose Carey
Louis (North Spore)
Mushroom expert from North Spore
North Spore
Episode: How to Grow Functional Mushrooms in Your Garden: The Mushroom Miniseries: Best of Growing Joy Replay

Host

Maria Failla
Host of Growing Joy with Plants; focuses on wellness through plant care and mindful living; widely described as the primary host with a warm, uplifting style.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Love the pod!

    I’m relatively new to houseplants but found so much peace with summer gardening, I decided to bring it indoors. I JUST got my snake plant this week so the timing is perfect!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Meg6804
    United States25 days ago
  • Love your show !

    Thank you so much for all of the great information ! I literally had a roomful of thriving plants many years ago (when we only had dogs;). Then my husband got a cat that would eat all of my plants, so the plants had to go. So I am just now getting back to it and your tips really do help- a lot ! Thanks again ! P.S. I love the beautiful song in the intro ! You have a beautiful voice !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    justawnd
    United States4 months ago
  • Love your show !

    Thank you so much for all of the great information ! I literally had a roomful of thriving plants many years ago (when we only had dogs;). Then my husband got a cat that would eat all of my plants, so the plants had to go. So I am just now getting back to it and your tips really do help- a lot ! Thanks again ! P.S. I love the beautiful song in the into !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    justawnd
    United States4 months ago
  • 👾

    i reaaly luv plants and i have 18 plants; 9 self-grown and 9 bought. it really helped me to gorw my plants better 😌😊😁

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bUrble_slayer
    Netherlands5 months ago
  • Love the leaves 🍁 episode!

    You can also layer leaves on cardboard sheets and start a No dig garden the following spring. The leaves will have broken down and you can put compost over them and start a garden. Leaves save my wrists and back from having to till or dig. This was the best interview! Thanks.🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁💕🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🌱

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bug🍀
    United States7 months ago

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The Hydrangea Care Secrets Behind Those Massive Summer Blooms: Best of Growing Joy Replay
Q: What should beginners look for when buying hydrangeas?
Choose budded plants rather than those that are only vegetative to ensure quicker bloom; consider your sun exposure and container or ground planting options to match the cultivar's needs.
The Hydrangea Care Secrets Behind Those Massive Summer Blooms: Best of Growing Joy Replay
Q: How does pruning differ between the four types?
Smooth and Panicle bloom on current season growth, so light pruning can encourage stronger stems and more branching; Oakleaf and Big Leaf bloom on old wood, so pruning should be done after flowering or in late winter to protect next year's buds.
The Hydrangea Care Secrets Behind Those Massive Summer Blooms: Best of Growing Joy Replay
Q: What are the four main species of hydrangea you'll commonly find?
They are Smooth (Hydrangea arborescens), Panicle (Hydrangea paniculata), Oakleaf (Hydrangea quercifolia), and Big Leaf (Hydrangea macrophylla). Each has distinct bloom shapes and seasonal behavior, affecting pruning and color changes.
Monarch Butterflies, Growing Milkweed, And The Power Of Plant People
Q: What are the main factors driving monarch decline?
Habitat loss, widespread pesticide use (both in agriculture and yards), and climate change disrupt the monarchs' habitat and migratory life cycle, leading to population declines.
Grow Your Own Salad: How to Grow Lettuce from Seed to Harvest: Best of Growing Joy Replay
Q: What materials do you need to start growing lettuce?
Direct sowing works well for loose-leaf varieties, using a loose soil mix (sandy loam with compost and sand, plus optional earthworm castings) and a simple seed scatter, with moisture kept high for the first couple of weeks. Indoor-started head lettuces can be jumpstarted for longer harvest potential.

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This show blends practical plant care with science, nature, and self-care, often featuring experts who translate botanical concepts into actionable gardening tips. Episodes cover plant intelligence, pest management with beneficial insects, hydrangea care, sweet peas, edible landscaping, mushrooms, herbs, and permaculture, all framed around joyful, low-stress gardening and everyday wellness. A standout theme is its warm, encouraging host who weaves personal anecdotes with expert knowledge, sometimes including sponsor moments or brand mentions that align with DIY gardening and plant lifestyle. The mix appeals to beginners seeking approachable guidance and long-time plant lovers craving deeper context and community around cultivating joy throu... more

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2. Natalie Lawrence
3. Ryan McEnaney
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5. David Mizejewski
6. Juliet of Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine
7. Rhonda Fleming Hayes
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