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

Written by: 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
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Episodes
  • Houseplant Confidence: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything

    Houseplant Confidence: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything
    Feb 11 2025
    Lately, I’ve been hearing so many people talk about Mel Robbins’ Let Them Theory—this idea of letting go of control, shifting your mindset, and ultimately finding peace. And you know what? I realized that I went through a similar shift when it came to my plant care journey, and I want to share it with you in this episode. I'll talk about how we think about our plants, our plant care, and how that shift in mind can bring so much joy, not just to our plant parenthood but also to our lives.In this episode, we learn:[00:00] Concept of 'Let Them Theory'[01:27] My most popular episode![02:54] I just launched my Growing Joy with Plants Masterclass![04:29] What’s the root cause of your doubt?[07:35] Overwhelm and misinformation[08:58] How to reframe your “plant killer” identity mindset[09:50] How does social media affect your plant care mindset?[12:28] How to celebrate plant care[15:30] Add moments of serenity throughout your day with Wind River Wind Chimes![18:12] Pick a positive thought about [19:01] Treat every plant misstep as a learning experience[20:18] Take on a growth mindset[22:21] Evolving plant parent personalities[25:00] How to be a confident plant parent[27:09] Develop a relationship with your plants[31:43] Celebrate plant wins!Mentioned in our conversation: Growing Joy with Plants MasterclassGrowing Joy Episode 43: Your Brain on PlantsGrowing Joy Episode 200: Common Houseplant Pest Identification and How to Get Rid of Fungus Gnats, Spidermites, Scale, White Flies and MealybugsWhat's Your Plant Parent Personality?Understanding Natural LightTropical Plant International Expo (TPIE)For mindset shifts and practices to help build your houseplant confidence,check out the full show notes and blog here!Thank you to our episode sponsor:Wind River ChimesBring the gift of peace, serenity, and magic with chimes! Wind River is a Virginia-based company creating premium handcrafted and hand-tuned wind chimes for over 35 years. If you are looking for an amazing gift that can help you or your loved ones grow joy and find a moment of peace, a Wind River chime is the perfect option. Plus, you can engrave the wind sail on the wind chime with meaningful dates, names, or phrases!Visit windriverchimes.com and use code GROWINGJOY to receive free engraving on your chosen wind chimes.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: @growingjoywithmariaOur Sponsors:* Check out Armoire and use my code BLOOM for a great deal: https://www.armoire.style* Check out Graza: https://graza.co/MARIA* Check out HelloFresh: https://hellofresh.com/bloom10fm* Check out Magic Mind: https://www.magicmind.com/growingjoyjan* Check out Manukora: https://manukora.com/BLOOM* Check out Ollie: https://ollie.com/MARIAAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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    37 mins
  • Water Saving Techniques for Your Garden

    Water Saving Techniques for Your Garden
    Feb 4 2025
    How can we conserve water while maintaining healthy, attractive gardens, no matter what climate you're in? Record-breaking heat waves, devastating droughts, wildfires scorching millions of acres, floods turning streets into rivers—we've seen it all this year. As climate extremes test our resilience, our gardens are feeling the impact too. How do we ensure our gardens not only survive but also grow in these unpredictable conditions? Let’s talk about water-saving techniques and strategies to keep your garden lush and sustainable with Noelle Johnson, aka the “Arizona plant lady.” She’s a horticulturist, landscape consultant, and the author of the new book, ‘The Water-Smart Garden.’In this episode, we learn:[02:53] How Noelle became a plant expert[04:36] Why water conservation is important[07:27] What does water conservation look like?[08:27] Identifying drought conditions[09:56] Water-saving tips for renters[10:49] What are the plants great for different plant zones?[13:43] Drought-tolerant plants[15:28] Espoma Organics’ premium gardening products[16:58] AHS Essential Guide to Perennial Gardening[18:52] Why you should go to a local nursery[20:34] Making soil more efficient at water retention[23:32] How mulch and ground cover help with water retention[26:36] What are ollas for water saving?[30:46] What are different ways of saving rainwater? (rain barrel, swale, creek beds, etc)[36:32] What is xeriscaping?[40:33] How can you reduce the water your lawn needs?[44:14] Smart irrigation controllers[45:30] Beginner tips for water conservation[47:20] Advanced water conservation strategies[49:14] ’The Water Smart Garden’Mentioned in our conversation:Gardening Books by Noelle JohnsonDrought.govGrowing Joy 253: 5 Tips for Growing in Hot ClimatesTruDrop self-watering planters - Crescent GardenFor Noelle's complete list of water-saving tips,check out the full show notes and blog here!Follow Noelle:WebsiteInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokThank you to our episode sponsors:Wind River ChimesVisit windriverchimes.com and use code GROWINGJOY to receive free engraving on your chosen wind chimes.Quarto: American Horticultural Society Essential Guide to Perennial GardeningGrab a copy of Essential Guide to Perennial Gardening at your favorite local bookstore, bookshop.org, Barnes & Noble, Quarto.com, or Amazon.com.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: @growingjoywithmariaOur Sponsors:* Check out Armoire and use my code BLOOM for a great deal: https://www.armoire.style* Check out Graza: https://graza.co/MARIA* Check out HelloFresh: https://hellofresh.com/bloom10fm* Check out Magic Mind: https://www.magicmind.com/growingjoyjan* Check out Manukora: https://manukora.com/BLOOM* Check out Manukora: https://manukora.com/BLOOM* Check out Ollie: https://ollie.com/MARIAAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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    53 mins
  • Plant Inspired Vacations

    Plant Inspired Vacations
    Jan 28 2025
    Did you know you can use your plant passion as inspiration for how and where you go on vacation? I'm sure many of us have already done this on a small scale. Maybe you've been on a trip and kept taking pictures of plants that look just like the ones you have at home. Or perhaps you've insisted on visiting a local plant shop or botanical garden while on vacation (guilty as charged!). But plant friends, that can be just the beginning of how you travel and botanize for your plant passion.And we're going to dive into everything you need to know about it today with my horticulturist bestie Leslie Halleck, who has been on the show many times, and Marcia Castro Rosenberg, listener-turned-plant-shop owner and also a dear friend of mine.Leslie and Marcia have actually teamed up to create a once-in-a-lifetime trip called Botany & Betterment in The Amazon! It's a seven-day riverboat and jungle adventure on the Rio Negro River in Brazil this August 2025.In this episode, we learn:[03:40] Get to know Marcia[07:51] Leslie’s botanizing trips[11:32] What is botanizing?[15:17] Support sustainable gardening with Espoma Organic’s premium gardening products![16:52] Bring nature back to your garden with Kelly Norris's Your Natural Garden[18:55] What are their most memorable botanizing experiences?[25:37] What are the botanizing basics?[30:14] Where can you find plant keys & field guides[34:57] On creating the ultimate Amazon trip: ‘Botany & Betterment’[39:23] Hiring local guides for your trip[43:50] Building community and personal growth[49:45] Where can you find more info about Leslie and MarciaMentioned in our conversation:AllTrailsBotany & Betterment in The Amazon!Tiny Plants, by Leslie HalleckRooting For You StoreTo know more about Leslie and Marcia's botanizing adventures,check out the full show notes and blog here!Follow Leslie:WebsiteShopFacebookXPinterestYouTubeInstagramFollow Marcia:WebsiteInstagramFacebookLinkedInThank you to our episode sponsors:Espoma OrganicVisit espoma.com to find your local Espoma dealer or check my Amazon storefront.Quarto: Your Natural Garden by Kelly D. NorrisGrab a copy of Your Natural Garden by Kelly Norris at your favorite local bookstore, bookshop.org, Barnes & Noble, quarto.com or amazon.com to get inspired and take action on your garden.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: @growingjoywithmariaOur Sponsors:* Check out Armoire and use my code BLOOM for a great deal: https://www.armoire.style* Check out Graza: https://graza.co/MARIA* Check out HelloFresh: https://hellofresh.com/bloom10fm* Check out Magic Mind: https://www.magicmind.com/growingjoyjan* Check out Manukora: https://manukora.com/BLOOM* Check out Manukora: https://manukora.com/BLOOM* Check out Ollie: https://ollie.com/MARIAAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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    56 mins

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