Episodes
In today's episode, I go over the symbolism, history, and the intricacies of caring for a bonsai. Check out Market Botany here and use code 'plantschoolpodcast' for 10% your order! Thanks for listening!  You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spring.com/ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or comment on Spotify and you may be highlighted on my next episode to win! Follow me;  ...
Published 10/24/24
Published 10/24/24
In today's episode I go over what determines a plant's leaf color and cover my top 10 black-leafed houseplants. Check out Market Botany and use code "plantschoolpodcast" for 10% off your order. Thanks for listening!  You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spring.com/ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or comment on Spotify and you may be highlighted on my next episode to win! Follow...
Published 10/10/24
In today's episode, I cover what plant-sitting is, what options there are to plant sitting, how much you can make taking care of plants, and how to level up your houseplant sitting game. Check out Market Botany and use code "plantschoolpodcast" for 10% your order! Thanks for listening!  You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spring.com/ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or comment on...
Published 09/26/24
Check out our sponsor Market Botany and use code 'plantschoolpodcast' at checkout for a discount! In today's episode I cover the Prayer Plant's (specifically Maranta Leuconeura) history, symbolism, and how to care for it so it can thrive for years! Thanks for listening!  You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spring.com/ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or answer the question on...
Published 09/12/24
In today's episode I dive into the history of composting, why we do it, and also how to go about composting for optimal success! Check out our sponsor, Market Botany, and use code 'plantschoolpodcast' for a discount! Thanks for listening!  You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spring.com/ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or comment on Spotify and you may be highlighted on my next...
Published 08/29/24
In today's episode I dive into a Reddit post where people share tips that changed their houseplant game. Use code 'plantschoolpodcast' at marketbotany.com for 10% off your order! Thanks for listening!  You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spring.com/ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or comment on Spotify and you may be highlighted on my next episode to win our giveaway! Follow...
Published 08/15/24
In today's episode, we go over the history, the symbolism, and all the care you need for your Peace Lily plant! Check out our sponsor, Market Botany, here and use code 'plantschoolpodcast' for 10% off! Thanks for listening!  You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spring.com/ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or answer the question on Spotify and you may be highlighted on my next episode...
Published 08/01/24
Today's episode covers all the tips for keeping your houseplants happy and thriving in these hotter summer months. Use code 'plantschoolpodcast' at marketbotany.com/shop for 10% off your next order! Thanks for listening!  You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spring.com/ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or answer the question on Spotify and you may be highlighted on my next episode...
Published 07/18/24
Use code 'plantschoolpodcast' at marketbotany.com/shop for 10% off your order! Today's episode I interview Barbora Batokova @fungiwoman, author of "Hunting Mushrooms; How to Safely Identify, Forage and Cook Wild Fungi" and learn all about the world of mushrooms and how you can become a mushroom forager! Thanks for listening!  You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spring.com/ Leave a...
Published 07/04/24
Check out marketbotany.com/shop and use code 'plantschoolpodcast' for 10% your order! In today's episode I talk ferns, their history, and exactly how to care for them. I answer questions including; What is a fern? What do they symbolize? Where did ferns originate? What is the history of the fern? How to water a fern? Lighting needs of a fern? How to fertilize a fern? How to repot one?/soil needs? How to prune a fern? How to propagate ferns? Are...
Published 06/22/24
In today's episode I dive into a 2023 study from the Cell Press Journal that found that plants just may be noisier than we thought. Thanks for listening!  You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spring.com/ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or answer the question on Spotify and you may be highlighted on my next episode to win the next giveaway! Follow me;  Instagram -...
Published 06/13/24
In today's episode I go over my top 10 favorite pothos plant varieties. Check out marketbotany.com/shop and use code 'plantschoolpodcast' for 10% off your order today! Thanks for listening!  You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spring.com/ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or answer the question on Spotify and you may be highlighted on my next episode to win a care package from Market...
Published 06/07/24
In today's episode I go over Alocasia plants, where they came from and how to care for them! I answer questions including; What is an alocasia? What do they symbolize? Where did they originate? What is the history of the alocasia? How should you water an alocasia? Lighting & fertilizing needs? How to repot one?/soil needs? How to prune an alocasia? How to propagate them? And extra care tips! Thanks for listening!  You can support this podcast...
Published 05/09/24
Today I take a look at unpopular houseplant opinions shared on a Reddit post and discuss my opinion on them. Thanks for listening!  You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spring.com/ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or answer the question on Spotify and you may be highlighted on my next episode to win a free plant! Follow me;  Instagram - @plantschoolpodcast YouTube - Tenney...
Published 04/25/24
In today's interview, I talk with Cameron Curry of Market Botany and discuss how he took his love of houseplants and created it into a new exciting business. Follow Cameron on Tiktok & Instagram or check out his website! Thanks for listening! You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or answer the question on Spotify and you may be highlighted on my next episode to win a free...
Published 04/11/24
Check out our giveaway sponsor here! In today's episode, I discuss the fascinating symbolism, history, and also how to care for Venus Flytraps or Dionaea muscipula. I answer questions including; What is a venus flytrap? Where did they originate? What's the symbolism of the venus flytrap? What's the history of the venus flytrap? How to water a venus flytrap? How much sun do they need? How to propagate one? What soil is best for venus flytraps? etc. Thanks for...
Published 03/28/24
Check out our free plant giveaway sponsor here! Today's episode I discuss what it's like being a freelance landscape designer with Danelle Stetler. We discuss how she got into the industry, what processes she uses when designing, what philosophies she brings into it, how to go about it, etc. Check out Danelle and what she's up to here; Instagram - @plan_a_patch Website - plan-a-patch.com Thanks for listening!  You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my...
Published 03/14/24
Check out our free plant sponsor here! In today's episode I go over indoor grow lights. I answer questions including; What is a grow light? What is the history of grow lights? Why do we need grow lights? What kinds of grow lights are there? What do you look for when buying a grow light? How do you use a grow light properly? Thanks for listening!  You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch -...
Published 02/29/24
Check out our giveaway sponsor here! Today's episode covers the history and care of the fiddle leaf fig (Ficus lyrata). I answer questions including; What is a fiddle leaf fig? What does a fiddle leaf fig symbolize? Where did the fiddle leaf fig originate? What is the history of the fiddle leaf fig? How to water a fiddle leaf fig? What are the lighting needs of a fiddle leaf fig? How to fertilize a fiddle leaf fig? How to repot one?/soil needs? How to prune...
Published 02/15/24
Check out our giveaway sponsor's plant shop here! In today's episode, I discuss the efficacy of using menstrual blood and urine as a fertilizer for plants. I answer questions including; How long have people been using blood for plants? Is it worth it to use menstrual blood for fertilizer? How to use menstrual blood as a fertilizer? How long have people been using urine for plants? Is it worth it to use urine for fertilizer? How to use urine as a fertilizer? Thanks for...
Published 02/01/24
Check out our giveaway sponsor here! In today's episode, I discuss everything about Money Trees, or Pachira aquatica. I answer questions including; What is a money tree? What do they symbolize? Where did money trees originate? What is the history of the money tree? How to water a money tree? What is a money tree's lighting needs? How to fertilize a money tree? How to repot one and its soil needs? How to prune a money tree? How to propagate a money...
Published 01/18/24
Today's episode is a bit different and I take some time to tell you more about me and why I started this podcast! Check out our giveaway sponsor here! Thanks for listening!  You can support this podcast with the support link below or check out my merch store here - Plant School Merch - https://tenney-plants.creator-spring.com/ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or answer the question on Spotify and you may be highlighted on my next episode to win a free plant! Follow me;  Instagram...
Published 01/04/24
Today I go over the fun topic of the history of the Christmas tree!  I discuss the following questions; When did we decide to bring trees into our homes? What do evergreens mean to ancient civilizations? How did Christmas trees spread to America? How has the Christmas tree developed in the modern day? Are Christmas trees sustainable? What tree is best for our homes? Christmas tree stats of today? Thanks for listening!  You can support this podcast with the support link below...
Published 12/21/23