Plant School Podcast

By Tenney PlantsLeisure Home & Garden

Plant School Podcast episodes

March 11, 2021Using Leca For Your Indoor Plants | Ep. 28
Today, Sam and I discuss leca, a growing medium for indoor plants that's been recently growing in popularity.
We answer questions including;
What the heck is leca?

Why are we talking about it in a plant podcast?

What is its history?

Pros of leca?

Cons of leca?

Why is it popular?

What plants do well in leca?

How to switch to leca?
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26 min
March 06, 2021All About Root Rot | Ep. 27
In today’s episode we dive into root rot, a common plant disease that can plague any indoor plant!
We answer the following questions;
What is root rot?

Where does it come from?

Why is it such a common problem?

What does it do to a plant?

Can it spread to other nearby plants?

How do you treat it?

How can you avoid root rot?
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23 min
February 25, 2021Wandering Dude Care Guide | Ep. 26
In today’s episode we go over how to care for your Tradescantia or Wandering Dude plant.
We answer questions including;
What is the history of Wandering Dude?

Easy or hard to care for?

Lighting needs?

Watering needs?

Does it flower?

What soil is best for it?

How to propagate it?

How to fertilize it?

What pests is it prone to?

When do you repot it?

Should you prune it?

Common problem troubleshooting
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29 min
February 18, 2021How to Clean Indoor Plants | Ep. 25
In today’s episode Sam and Rachel go over the how’s and why’s of cleaning your indoor plants.
We answer questions including;
Why do I need to clean my plants?

What are the benefits?

How often do I clean them?

Are there any wrong ways to clean your indoor plants?

What’s the different ways to clean your indoor plants?

What are other ways to keep your plants clean?

Is leaf shine worth it?
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25 min
February 11, 2021Artificial Lighting for Indoor Plants | Ep. 24
In today's episode we go over all the different aspects of artificial lighting and how to use them for your indoor plants.
We answer questions including;
Why do plants need light?

What wavelengths of light do plants use?

What is artificial lighting?

Types of artificial lighting?

Which type of artificial light is most popular for indoor plants?

Why would you want to use artificial lights?

How do you use them?

How do you make the most of your artificial light?

How do I know how much light my plant is getting?

Do artificial lights really make a difference?

How much do they cost and where can you buy them?
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31 min
February 04, 2021Alocasia Care Guide | Ep. 23
In today's episode we go over all the basics for successfully caring for alocasias.
We answer the following questions;
What are alocasias?

Lighting needs?

Watering needs?

How do you fertilize it?

How to manage it's soil?

What pests are they prone to and how to get rid of them?

How to propagate an alocasia?

Extra care tips!
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31 min
January 28, 2021Variegation in Indoor Plants Explained | Ep. 22
In today’s podcast we go over variegation in indoor plants.
We answer questions including;
What is variegation?

Where do variegated houseplants come from?

Are there any consequences to a plant having variegation?

What are the types of variegation and what causes them?

Can variegated plants be rare?

Can you create variegation at home?
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27 min
January 21, 2021Interview w/ Katie Vaz, Author of “My Life In Plants” | Ep. 21
In today’s episode Rachel interviews author of “My Life in Plants”, Katie Vaz.
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Instagram - @katiemarievaz

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30 min
January 15, 2021Hoya Care Guide | Ep. 20
Join us as we discuss all the aspects for caring for Hoyas or Wax Plants.
We answer questions including;
What are Hoyas and where do they come from?

Are they low or high maintenance?

Where to place them/lighting needs?

What are their watering needs?

Soil needs?

When to fertilize them?

How to propagate them?

What pests are they prone to?

Extra care tips?
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25 min
January 07, 2021Why Are Houseplants So Popular? | Ep. 19
In today's episode we discuss just how popular houseplants are today, the causes behind it, and if houseplant crazes have ever happened in the past.
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Ever wanted to get into houseplants, but didn’t know where to start? Whether you have the greenest of thumbs or have never touched a plant, my goal is to teach you something new without being too…