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

Maria Failla- Happy Plant Lady and Author of Growing Joy: The Plant Lover's Guide to Cultivating Happiness

Episodes 418
Avg. Duration 51m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.8 (880)
Since Nov 2017
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Every Few Days
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About This Podcast

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

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How to Repot Plants: The Ultimate Repotting Tutorial: Best of Growing Joy Replay

Jun 11, 2026 34m Bonus

If you are just starting out as a plant parent, there comes a moment when you realize your plant has outgrown its pot and you need to figure out how to repot it. And in learning how to repot plants,…

Feeling hopeless? Try growing flowers. Here's how.

Jun 09, 2026 1h 1m

Aren't flowers just the perfect little pockets of joy? I have been following Claudia from In the Garden with Claudia on Instagram for over a year now, and I live for her cut flower garden stories!…

9 Garden Design Tips from an Interior Designer: Best of Growing Joy Replay

Jun 04, 2026 55m Bonus

If you're looking for your garden to be a little more curated, calm, and cohesive (put together in a way that just feels right) what if you've been looking for advice in the wrong places? What if you…

What is Hügelkultur and How to Install a Hügelkultur Garden Bed

Jun 02, 2026 48m

Have you ever heard of the hügelkultur gardening method? I first heard the word ‘hügelkultur’ a couple of years ago while visiting The Lodge at Woodloch's organic farm. They had this beautiful setup…

How to Keep Calatheas Alive Without Losing Your Mind: Best of Growing Joy Replay

May 29, 2026 42m Bonus

Calathea is one of the most gorgeous and often most disappointing houseplants a new plant parent can bring home. If you've ever taken a beginner plant shopping, you already know: they walk straight…

Biophilic Design Explained: Boost Mental Health With Nature At Home

May 26, 2026 1h 1m

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…

The Wild Truth About Plant Intelligence and Human Connection: Best of Growing Joy Replay

May 21, 2026 48m Bonus

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…

Beneficial Insect Consult on My Greenwall with DMV Beneficials

May 19, 2026 55m

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…

The Hydrangea Care Secrets Behind Those Massive Summer Blooms: Best of Growing Joy Replay

May 14, 2026 43m Bonus

To me, a hedge of hydrangea is one of the most iconic things you can do for your garden. They're epic, gorgeous, and yes, they have a reputation for being a little high maintenance. But once you set…

How to Grow Sweet Peas, The World's Most Nostalgic Flower

May 12, 2026 53m

Don't sweet peas have the most amazing floral scent? I remember them as a scent before I ever knew them as a flower, like the Bath & Body Works body spray that no other brands can seem to…

Grow Your Own Salad: How to Grow Lettuce from Seed to Harvest: Best of Growing Joy Replay

May 07, 2026 49m Bonus

If you knew where most grocery store lettuce comes from and what it goes through before it lands in that plastic box, you’d never look at bagged salad the same way again. In this Best of Growing Joy…

Monarch Butterflies, Growing Milkweed, And The Power Of Plant People

May 05, 2026 1h 8m

Why are monarch butterflies so special? If you follow me on Instagram, you already know my answer. The monarch butterfly has completely taken over my heart. I literally dressed up as one for…

Herbalism 101: Grow, Harvest, and Use Medicinal Herbs: Best of Growing Joy Replay

Apr 30, 2026 56m Bonus

Did you know your “regular” herb garden can double as a medicinal herb garden, and that the mint you grab for mojitos can actually calm your nerves and your digestion? I used to think herbalism meant…

Gardening Tips for Seniors: How to Adapt Your Garden as You Age Gracefully

Apr 28, 2026 40m

I’ve always wanted to make gardening a lifelong hobby because I plan to have dirt under my nails well into my 80s or 90s, but I never really thought through HOW to make that happen. Because as much…

Mushroom Cultivation 101: The Mushroom Miniseries: Best of Growing Joy Replay

Apr 23, 2026 56m Bonus

Did you know mushrooms aren’t actually plants, but a completely different kingdom that plays a huge role in soil health, plant health, and the success of your indoor and outdoor garden? This is the…

Spring Bulb and Summer Bulb Planting Tutorial with Jenny Rose Carey

Apr 21, 2026 54m

Did you know that your bulb garden doesn't have to be high-maintenance? One of my earliest memories is my mom planting what felt like endless tulip bulbs—500 of them, in fact. She was a young mom…

How to Grow Functional Mushrooms in Your Garden: The Mushroom Miniseries: Best of Growing Joy Replay

Apr 16, 2026 1h 2m Bonus

Did you know that you can actually grow edible gourmet mushrooms in your garden right alongside your tomatoes, lettuce, peppers, herbs, and veggies? You can! And by doing that, you can improve your…

Permaculture for Plant Parents: The Simple Gardening Method That Gives Back

Apr 14, 2026 47m

My goal this year is to find more ease and joy in my garden! I love my plants, but I don’t want my yard to feel like another job. And when I realized that was a theme that was gonna keep coming up, I…

How to Grow Mushrooms Indoors: The Mushroom Miniseries: Best of Growing Joy Replay

Apr 09, 2026 51m Bonus

What if your next houseplant could double in size overnight and end up on your dinner plate? Today we’re talking about how to grow mushrooms indoors and why it might be one of the most fun,…

Why Social Media Is Killing Your Indoor Plants with @tannertheplanter

Apr 07, 2026 58m

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the sea of information about indoor plants, wondering which tips to trust? You're not alone! Join me on this enlightening episode of "Growing Joy with Plants," where…

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How many episodes does Growing Joy with Plants - Wellness Rooted in Nature, Houseplants, Gardening and Plant Care have?

Growing Joy with Plants - Wellness Rooted in Nature, Houseplants, Gardening and Plant Care has published 418 episodes since November 2017, covering topics in Education, Health & Fitness.

Is Growing Joy with Plants - Wellness Rooted in Nature, Houseplants, Gardening and Plant Care still active?

Growing Joy with Plants - Wellness Rooted in Nature, Houseplants, Gardening and Plant Care is currently highly active with new episodes every few days. Average episode length is 51m.

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