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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
Self-Care
Horticulture
Sustainability
Hoya
Homesteading
Watering Techniques
Humidity
Native Plants
Sustainable Practices
Anthurium
Container Gardening
Organic Gardening
Wellness
Composting
Philodendron
Biodiversity

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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Recent Guests

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
Brandy Hall
Permaculture designer and owner of Shades of Green Permaculture
Shades of Green Permaculture
Episode: Permaculture for Plant Parents: The Simple Gardening Method That Gives Back
Louis Giller
Founder/representative of North Spore Mushrooms
North Spore Mushrooms
Episode: How to Grow Mushrooms Indoors: The Mushroom Miniseries: Best of Growing Joy Replay
Tanner the Planter
Plant content creator and author
Tanner the Planter / Famous in Oregon
Episode: Why Social Media Is Killing Your Indoor Plants with @tannertheplanter
Amos Clifford
Founder of the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy (ANFT)
Association of Nature and Forest Therapy
Episode: What is Forest Bathing: Exploring Forest Therapy with ANFT
Nadine Mazzola
Forest Therapy Guide and Trainer
ANFT
Episode: What is Forest Bathing: Exploring Forest Therapy with ANFT

Host

Maria Failla
Host and creator focused on making plant care accessible and uplifting, promoting the connection between plants and personal well-being. A former 'plant killer' turned expert in nurturing plants, Maria also emphasizes the therapeutic benefits of engaging with nature. She is an author and has a strong presence in the gardening community.

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 States4 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 States3 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 States3 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
    Netherlands4 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 States6 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the practical plant care tips and tutorials that are accessible and easy to understand.
Many feel that the podcast is a valuable resource for discovering new plants, gardening techniques, and self-care practices.
The community aspect of the show is praised, as many find comfort in shared experiences and the supportive atmosphere created by the host.
There is a mixture of feedback regarding the frequency of advertisements; some listeners feel it detracts from the experience while others are glad for the support.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#22
United States/Leisure/Home & Garden
Apple Podcasts
#147
United States/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#22
Canada/Leisure/Home & Garden
Apple Podcasts
#30
United Kingdom/Leisure/Home & Garden
Apple Podcasts
#175
Canada/Leisure
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#222
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Mushroom Cultivation 101: The Mushroom Miniseries: Best of Growing Joy Replay
Q: Should I rely on mycelium extracts or fruiting bodies for health benefits?
Both have research backing, but North Spore emphasizes fruiting bodies for purity; extracts can have higher concentrations for certain compounds, yet the overall best approach may depend on the use case and medical guidance.
Mushroom Cultivation 101: The Mushroom Miniseries: Best of Growing Joy Replay
Q: What is the wood-wide web and why is it important?
The wood-wide web is an underground network of mycelium connecting trees, facilitating nutrient exchange and communication among plants, effectively supporting forest health and resilience.
Mushroom Cultivation 101: The Mushroom Miniseries: Best of Growing Joy Replay
Q: What are mushrooms, at a high level?
Mushrooms are the fruiting bodies of fungal organisms; the bulk of the organism is underground or within substrates, and mushrooms appear when conditions are right to release spores.
Why Social Media Is Killing Your Indoor Plants with @tannertheplanter
Q: What was your approach to writing the book with Simon & Schuster, and what was your core objective for readers who are plant beginners?
Aim to be technical enough for accuracy but not so technical that beginners feel overwhelmed. The book emphasizes mastering a few core principles, realistic expectations, and practical techniques that can be applied by almost anyone to enjoy plants and build confidence.
Why Social Media Is Killing Your Indoor Plants with @tannertheplanter
Q: Walk me through how you built this epic brand, Tanner, and how you became the largest social media presence for plants in the country.
The brand grew through consistent, authentic content created with my wife Erica, a brick-and-mortar and online business, and a focus on providing real, science-backed plant care information. Growth came after we translated complex horticultural science into accessible tips and built a community around practical care rather than hype.

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1. Juliet of Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine
2. Rhonda Fleming Hayes
3. Jenny Rose Carey
4. Louis (North Spore)
5. Brandy Hall
6. Louis Giller
7. Tanner the Planter
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