Episodes

  • Episode 286 - Making houseplants ‘civilized’

    Episode 286 - Making houseplants ‘civilized’
    Aug 3 2025
    Are your plants taking over your home, or looking super scraggly? Here’s an episode about propagating all those crazy beasts :)
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    36 mins
  • Episode 285 - Why your spider mites keep “coming back“

    Episode 285 - Why your spider mites keep “coming back“
    Jul 31 2025
    Here’s the thing: they never left. But this is a trick that folks don’t tell you - another piece of the treatment process that will ACTUALLY lead to complete eradication.
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    35 mins
  • Episode 284 - Tips for soil ordering :)

    Episode 284 - Tips for soil ordering :)
    Jul 31 2025
    How much soil do you need? How do you figure that out when you’ve completely forgotten high school math class? And what’s a better deal, using the OHP 30% off sale on 5 ‘generous quarts’ or buying a 2-gallon bag? (Hint: it’s the 2-gallon bag if you’re getting one type of soil!) Answer all those questions and more with this episode :)
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    43 mins
  • Episode 283 - Rejecting propriety and embracing “dirt” :D

    Episode 283 - Rejecting propriety and embracing “dirt” :D
    Jul 25 2025
    This episode is about how education works better when people are relaxed about it, how gatekeeping is a capitalist ploy to keep us separate, and how communication is my goal - not “proper” language. Trigger warning: mention of an unpleasant bodily function - skip from 7:20ish to 8min.
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    56 mins
  • Episode 282 - The importance of nitrogen :)

    Episode 282 - The importance of nitrogen :)
    Jul 22 2025
    Trigger warning for vegans - we’re talking outdoor gardening and blood meal. But this is all relevant to indoor plants! Today it’s a discussion of the importance of feeding your plants so they can bust out some awesomeness for you :)
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    40 mins
  • Episode 281 - How to Get Your Plant to Branch

    Episode 281 - How to Get Your Plant to Branch
    Jul 13 2025
    Want a bushier houseplant? Here are some scientifically proven tips for branching, plus info about light, holding off on repotting a plant, and more!

    For soil and other incredible houseplant supplies, check out ohhappyplants.shop!
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    29 mins
  • Episode 280 - Midsummer Plant Dreams…

    Episode 280 - Midsummer Plant Dreams…
    Jul 9 2025
    What are your plants dreaming about right now? Is it a new moss pole, repot, or pruning job? Maybe they’d just like you to notice the spider mite issue that has suddenly become a real problem due to higher temps? Here’s a discussion of plant behavior, summertime considerations, and more!
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    1 hr and 23 mins
  • Episode 279 - Consistency in plant care (when neurodivergent)

    Episode 279 - Consistency in plant care (when neurodivergent)
    Jun 27 2025
    The ONE thing that made the biggest difference to my plants across nearly 30 years of houseplant tending is consistency - and when you have late-diagnosed AuDHD, it’s extra apparent. Listen in for practical tips to get you more consistent, plus extras: discussion of subirrigation, spider mite treatment, soil nutrients and nitrogen-induced tip burn, self-forgiveness when caring for plants in early widowhood, and more.

    Also, for the next two weeks, get a FREE quart of V’s Mix for every $50 spent at https://ohhappyplants.shop - this soil is absolutely MAGICAL and I’d love for you to have some!
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    1 hr and 29 mins