<ul><li>Shannon joined Garden Supply Company during COVID and takes care of houseplants and tropical plants.</li><li>The houseplant industry exploded during COVID; interest in rare plants has tapered off, but basics and standards remain popular.</li><li>Snake plants, also known as mother-in-law's tongue, are Shannon's favorite due to their hardiness and variety.</li><li>Ideal time to repot houseplants is at the beginning or end of the growing season, not during dormancy in winter.</li><li>Using a nursery pot inside a decorative pot has multiple benefits, including reduced weight and easier monitoring of the plant's health.</li><li>Customers need to learn about their plants' specific needs, as factors like humidity, sunlight, and proximity to air vents affect their growth.</li><li>When repotting, increase pot size by no more than two inches to ensure the roots can colonize the space and prevent stagnant water.</li><li>Overwatering is a common reason for houseplant failure; establish a consistent watering schedule and check moisture levels.</li><li>Use warm water and consider adding soap to help with water absorption and break surface tension.</li><li>For exterior plants, soapy water can help with dry spots in the lawn or soil under hedges.</li><li>Maintain consistent watering and monitor plant needs for healthier houseplants.</li><li>The podcast hosts recommend feeling plants and checking for moisture, not just watering on a schedule.</li><li>Repotting during the growing season is ideal to avoid disrupting growth.</li><li>Experiment with different soil types to accommodate various watering habits and preferences.</li></ul>

Shannon joined Garden Supply Company during COVID and takes care of houseplants and tropical plants.The houseplant industry exploded during COVID; interest in rare plants has tapered off, but basics and standards remain popular.Snake plants, also known as mother-in-law's tongue, are Shannon's favorite due to their hardiness and variety.Ideal time to repot houseplants is at the beginning or end of the growing season, not during dormancy in winter.Using a nursery pot inside a decorative pot has multiple benefits, including reduced weight and easier monitoring of the plant's health.Customers need to learn about their plants' specific needs, as factors like humidity, sunlight, and proximity to air vents affect their growth.When repotting, increase pot size by no more than two inches to ensure the roots can colonize the space and prevent stagnant water.Overwatering is a common reason for houseplant failure; establish a consistent watering schedule and check moisture levels.Use warm water and consider adding soap to help with water absorption and break surface tension.For exterior plants, soapy water can help with dry spots in the lawn or soil under hedges.Maintain consistent watering and monitor plant needs for healthier houseplants.The podcast hosts recommend feeling plants and checking for moisture, not just watering on a schedule.Repotting during the growing season is ideal to avoid disrupting growth.Experiment with different soil types to accommodate various watering habits and preferences.

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A discussion about the importance of bees and ways to attract and feed them along with hummingbirds, butterflies and more by planting pollinator plants.

A discussion about the importance of bees and ways to attract and feed them along with hummingbirds, butterflies and more by planting pollinator plants.

Pollinators & Bees

How to attain a professional looking pansy bed.

How to attain a professional looking pansy bed.

Pansies

In this episode, Keith talks about preparing the soil to plant or over-seeding a fescue lawn, the planting process, and maintaining it.

In this episode, Keith talks about preparing the soil to plant or over-seeding a fescue lawn, the planting process, and maintaining it.

Fescue Lawns

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