Episode 18 w/ @leafydiva Dana Washington

In this episode of the Plants by Wade Lee podcast, Wade Lee interviews Dana Washington, also known as Leafy Diva. They discuss Dana's journey as a plant collector and her projects, including a living plant wall and growing Thai constellation. They also talk about the importance of acclimating plants when bringing them home and the benefits of self-watering containers. Dana shares her favorite plants in her collection and the challenges of transitioning mature plants to semi-hydroponics. Dana emphasizes the importance of being a student and continuously learning about plants. She advises beginners to start slow and not be overwhelmed by mistakes. She also cautions against buying big established plants from nurseries as they are more likely to come with pests. Dana shares her love for plants and how they bring her joy and a sense of self-reflection. She mentions her favorite plant products, including the Rousseau moss pole and the Naked Roots planter. Dana discusses the fluctuating prices of rare plants and her experience at plant shows.