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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

Auteur(s): 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 Hygiène et mode de vie sain Psychologie Psychologie et santé mentale
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  • Defying Gravity: How Air Plants Grow, Bloom, and Inspire Wonder: Best of Growing Joy Replay

    Defying Gravity: How Air Plants Grow, Bloom, and Inspire Wonder: Best of Growing Joy Replay
    Dec 18 2025
    Air plants don’t get nearly enough love in the houseplant community. They’re an incredible low-maintenance, low-light-tolerant option, and one of the most fascinating plant species out there. They completely defy gravity, hanging from trees without soil. I appreciate them on an even deeper level now that I live in Florida, where I see air plants thriving in their natural habitat every single day, clinging to trees, bark, and branches on my walks. They’re whimsical, a little alien-looking, and endlessly fascinating. I think you’re really going to enjoy nerding out about them with me.So today, in the Best of Growing Joy series, we’re bringing back my dear friend Josh, the Air Plant Man, from an episode way, way back in the feed.Josh is a landscape architect turned Tillandsia expert, and he is truly air-plant-obsessed. Not just with caring for them, but with designing sustainable, beautiful ways to showcase these plants through his creations. This episode is a fantastic beginner’s guide to air plants, and I hope you walk away knowing something new about them by the end. In this episode, we learn:Josh’s upbring and how he connected with plants initiallyWhy outdoor gardeners say they can’t keep houseplantsWhat an airplant is, genus, family, and why it is specialWhat are trichomesHow Airplants get their nutrientsTo fertilize or not to fertilize?What airplant “blushing” isHow airplants bloom and how to care for them when they doHow to propagate airplants from their seedsAirplant Care 101Debunking watering plant mythsEverything we need to know about Airplant PupsHow to separate pups from their mother plantWhat to know about the sexy and instagram friendly Xerografica AirplantJosh’s top 5 recommendations for more uncommon airplants for the planty collector Which winter houseplant tip are you excited to try first?Check out the full show notes and blog for all the winter-prep tips! Follow JoshWebsiteInstagramFacebookX 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 LeungJoin 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: @growingjoywithmariaTiktok: @growingjoywithmariaSubscribe to the Growing Joy Youtube channel! /growingjoywithmariaWebsite: www.growingjoywithmaria.comPinterest: @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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    1 h et 8 min
  • Botanical Printing: Transform Your Plants Into Stunning Fabrics for Joyful Living and Mindful Gardening

    Botanical Printing: Transform Your Plants Into Stunning Fabrics for Joyful Living and Mindful Gardening
    Dec 16 2025
    Have you ever wondered how the vibrant colors of flowers can transform your wardrobe? Join us in this episode of Growing Joy with Plants as we dive into the enchanting world of botanical printing with Ceilidh, the visionary founder of the sustainable clothing line BillyNou. Together, we explore the art of natural dyeing, where the beauty of plants meets the creativity of fashion. Ceilidh shares her journey as a designer living in the picturesque Provence, France, and her passion for harnessing the power of non-toxic flowers to create stunning botanical prints on fabric.As we unravel the secrets of botanical printing, Ceilidh introduces various dyeing techniques, including the mesmerizing methods of bundle dyeing and immersion dyeing. Discover which flowers yield the most vibrant colors and learn how to safely incorporate these natural pigments into your own fabric creations. This episode is an invitation for all plant lovers and gardening enthusiasts to connect with nature through the colors and textures of their gardens.Throughout the conversation, we touch on the therapeutic benefits of engaging with plants and the mental health advantages of home-based wellness activities like mindful gardening. Ceilidh emphasizes the importance of using non-toxic materials, making this a perfect episode for plant parents who are passionate about holistic plant care and joyful living.Join us as we embark on this colorful journey of botanical printing! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to learn from Ceilidh and explore how you can use flowers from your garden or local markets to create beautiful, sustainable pieces of art. Listen now and let your creativity blossom & grow!In this episode, we learn:[03:12] Who is Ceilidh and how did she start BillyNou?[05:07] How a Steiner/Waldorf education shaped her creativity[09:06] What is a natural dye?[12:48] Which fabrics give beginners the best results?[15:08] How to rinse and prep fibers correctly[15:30] Wind River Chimes[17:09] The Cut Flower Handbook by Lisa Ziegler[18:40] Can you dye denim?[21:38] What makes bundle dyeing the ultimate beginner technique?[22:56] What are the best flowers to use as dyes?[24:11] How to dye a denim jacket[24:37] How to lay out flowers before rolling[26:43] How to steam your bundle safely at home[29:06] How modifiers shift the colors[29:53] Why pH-neutral soap matters[31:37] Biggest mistakes with bundle dyeing[32:07] Which flowers don’t work well as dyes (and why)[33:04] Dyeing with medicinal herbs for symbolic meaning[35:05] Best food scraps for dyeing[36:25] Where to find BillyNou’s clothes, tutorials, and workshops[38:11] Inside her Creative Floral Retreat in Provence Mentioned in our conversation:Viral Bundle Dyeing VideoBundle Dyeing EbookCreative Floral RetreatLookbook Excited to get started with your botanical prints?Check out the full show notes and blog here for Ceilidh's guide! Follow Ceilidh:WebsiteShopInstagramYouTubeFacebook Thank you to our episode sponsors:Wind River ChimesVisit windriverchimes.com and use code GROWINGJOY to receive free engraving on your chosen wind chimes.Quarto: The Cut Flower Handbook by Lisa M ZieglerPick up The Cut Flower Handbook at your favorite local bookstore, 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 LeungJoin 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: @growingjoywithmariaTiktok: @growingjoywithmariaSubscribe to the Growing Joy Youtube channel! /growingjoywithmariaWebsite: www.growingjoywithmaria.comPinterest: @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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    42 min
  • How to Prep Your Houseplants for Winter: Best of Growing Joy Replay

    How to Prep Your Houseplants for Winter: Best of Growing Joy Replay
    Dec 11 2025
    As we move into the winter season and you notice the days are getting shorter, you might also notice that your plants start looking a little sleepy. Maybe they start growing a little slower. Maybe they have some leaves die back, and this episode is created to help you not panic and learn that the plants are moving into a cozy season just like we are.So this is an old episode that we're bringing back in the Best of Growing Joy series, a solo episode where I give you the ins and outs of why our plants kind of experience this quiescence this cozy season and give you some of my tried and true tips to make sure that your houseplants are happy all winter long, from adjusting your light and humidity to finding peace in your own personal dormancy.I hope this episode gives you all of the cozy vibes and sets you up for success as we enter the dormant season for our plants and hopefully ourselves. In this episode, we learn:[05:28] The effect of light on the growth of plants[06:52] How winter impacts your plants[07:34] Why leaf drop isn’t necessarily bad[07:55] Do some people experience more light in winter?[09:15] What is quiescence and how does it affect plants?[10:09] Are all plants dormant during the winter season?[10:50] Is preemptive pruning really necessary?[11:30] Supplementing high-light plants with grow lights during the winter[13:14] How should you water your plants during winter?[14:29] Which is better? Watering routine or plant care routine?[15:47] Beware of the one-size fits all suggestions on plant care[16:41] Why you shouldn’t assume your plant is dead[18:19] Things to keep in mind with plant shopping during winter[21:30] Where to get seeds for your spring garden[22:52] The best gardening products that are safe for you, for your pets, and for thea planet[24:21] How important humidity for plants is in the winter[26:03] Using a humidifier in your household[29:03] How to protect your plants from drafty windows during winter[30:40] How to clean your humidifiers[31:46] When can you stop watering your plants?[32:42] How to deal with pest outbreaks during winter[34:21] How can you apply this concept of quiescence to yourself?[37:08] The rule of 10% less in adapting acquiesce in your life Mentioned in our conversation:YouTube video My Home Grow light Tour!YouTube video Moisture Meter and Hygrometer ReviewGrow LightsHygrometersRadiatorsHumidifiers Which winter houseplant tip are you excited to try first?Check out the full show notes and blog for all the winter-prep tips! 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 LeungJoin 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: @growingjoywithmariaTiktok: @growingjoywithmariaSubscribe to the Growing Joy Youtube channel! /growingjoywithmariaWebsite: www.growingjoywithmaria.comPinterest: @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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    35 min
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