Poinsettias are the number one potted plant sold in the US with over $250 million made annually. 80% of the people who purchase them are women and I would wager to guess that 99% of those poinsettias are tossed in the trash come February (that statistic is 100% made up based on my own personal experience…...of throwing them away every year!) Becaus…

A little bit about plants, a lot about life and marriage. We fully expect all your marriages to be perfect after hearing this episode. LINKS MENTIONED: Velodrome Coffee: http://www.velodromecoffeecompany.com Velodrome Coffee Subscription (there is a gift option!): https://www.velodromecoffeecompany.com/collections/subscriptions >>>> Show notes: htt…

Healing from trauma and pain isn't all that different from growing. The two go hand in hand. Even when we feel as though we are taking three steps backward as we are forced to slow down while we grieve, God is preparing the soil of our hearts for something incredible.Today one of my Get Planty students, Hannah Underwood, joins me for such a heartfe…

Darryl Cheng founder of Houseplant Journal is a wealth of houseplant knowledge. Today we chat orchid basics, a whole lot about light, and all about his new book called The New Plant Parent.This conversation was candid, informative, and reminded me why I love the world of plants so much! I know you'll feel inspired and encouraged no matter where you…

Choosing the right planter for your houseplant is one of the most important steps. This is an area of houseplant care I get SO many questions about! More often than not I see people overcomplicate this decision so today I want to simplify this process for you an help you begin to think critically about HOW your houseplant grows. Show notes: http://…

Pothos are my top recommendation for an easy-care houseplant AND for low-light houseplants. They are classy, forgiving, communicative, and so stunning. In this episode, I explain how to keep your pothos alive and happy! Show notes and even more info on how to grow a pothos: http://dustyhegge.com/podcast/pothos…

As we approach the cold of winter it feels like the perfect time to reflect back on the growing season and glean all we can from our experiences in the garden. Whether you are a vegetable gardener or not this episode is PACKED with wisdom from my guest, Sarah Cate. She shares what God taught her as she approached a brand new hobby (spoiler alert: i…

This is the second PlantyISH segement...episode? I still don't know what to call it. Anyways, it's a fun one!Johannah and I talk: Why houseplants have weaker stems than outdoors plants Coffee facts (including dancing goats, cat poop, and tamping) Sh*t our kids have done How we are trying to growing well How Johannah's is learning more about her Nat…

What houseplants are non-toxic? Is my houseplant safe to be around my kids and pets? Which houseplants are toxic? I answer all of these questions in today's episode! Plus I share some of my favorite ways to involve your kids in houseplant care. ENROLL IN GET PLANTY: http://getplantycourse.com Cart closes at midnight on October 10th, 2018. If you ar…

This episode is directly from Get Planty Course in the Growth Mindset module.Here is an excerpt: "When we come into contact with great art, we don’t say, “Look at what this piece of art made!” That would be ridiculous. Even saying that sentence out loud, it doesn’t make sense.Instead, we say, “Who made this incredible painting? I bet she worked so …

How to grow a Chinese money plant in your home and all about their history. This conversation with Mackenna Rowely from Piep Co. is PACKED with planty goodness! We talk about: How to grow a Chinese money plant (Pilea peperomioides) in your home The history of this quirky plant How to get rid of "plant shame" What it's like owning a plant shop with …

Ready to learn how to keep your houseplants alive? The answer is much more simple than you think: CURIOSITY.When you start asking questions and then actively looking for answers you can form meaningful relationships, draw nearer to our Maker, and grow as a person.Curiosity is how we enjoy the little things in life to the FULLEST.The answer to keepi…

Interior styling and houseplant styling can feel overwhelming! There is great value in designing a space that reflects your personality and makes you feel cozy and surrounds you with beauty. Today I am joined by Meegan Bushor from Mia Interiors and she gives us some really actionable ways we can style our homes well. We talk about: How we met How M…

A brand new, ultra hilarious, kinda planty and kinda not monthly episode with my dear friend Johannah Hafner.We talk about:- plants (of course)- trends we are loving and trends that we don't love- crazy stuff our kids do- how we are pursuing growing wellJoin the Stop Killing Your Houseplants (FREE!) Challenge: http://www.houseplantacademy.com…

Bringing your houseplants indoors when the weather gets colder is really important and there are a few steps you should be doing to ensure that your beloved houseplants stay healthy.I’ll cover: How to prepare your home How to prevent and fight houseplant pests How to acclimate your houseplants indoors What behavior to expect from your houseplantBef…

Today’s episode is a deep one that I urge you not to skip over. Sexual exploitation is an issue so prevalent today. This horrific crisis feels too big and too awful and far too misunderstood to even begin to make a difference. (All show notes: dustyhegge.com/podcast/034) There is hope. HER Campaign’s mission is drenched in this hope. HER Campaign i…

We chat depression and anxiety and Brittany's system to filter out lies and cling to God's truth. Show notes: http://dustyhegge.com/podcast/033

Food? Houseplants? Cocktails? What's not to love!? Fun conversation topics aside Sarah Hauser and I get real deep real fast. Sarah is a wife, mother, and food blogger and she has so much to teach us. She shares her heart for feeding the poor and how she has wrestled through her abundance of food while so much of the world has little to none. She ch…

Does your houseplant have yellowing leaves? Brown tips? Is it dropping leaves? Or do you see those annoying little black flies EVERYWHERE? Today I am give you three simple steps to identify and diagnose houseplant problems. Houseplant care is such a rewarding hobby but it takes patience, trial and error, and I know God has so much to teach us throu…

Today's episode is one I have been SO excited to share with you! I have Phylicia Masonheimer on and I am not gonna lie, I felt a little star struck getting to interview her! She is a an author, blogger and speaker teaching women how to discern what is true, discuss the deep stuff, and live out God’s purpose for their lives. She is most well known f…

Today we are talking photosynthesis! Photosynthesis is the process by which houseplants create their own food. Which is pretty incredible, right!? Outdoors, in their native habitat, they grow in such a way that they can utilize the resources around them to actually feed themselves! Indoors WE are responsible for facilitating a plant in doing this w…

Depression feels a lot like you’re doing life underwater when everyone else is on land. It is hard to breathe down here, my mind feels so weak, and it’s far to easy to believe lies that would otherwise feel ridiculous. This is a battle I have been fighting for years and in the last few years I have come to terms with this and FINALLY took the steps…

How to get rid of fungus gnats in your houseplants. If I am honest they are more annoying more than anything, but eventually they will cause your sweet lil' houseplant harm. The adult flies actually aren't the issue - the larva are! In today's quick episode I'll cover how to eradicate fungus gnats (also called fungus flies) and make your houseplant…

Houseplant pests suck. But guess what! You CAN get ride of (most) of them if you are willing, determined, and have the right information. Today I want to give you 6 simple steps to begin that buggy-fight no matter the houseplant pest! These rules are good to implement and understand BEFORE you get a problem so you can come to the pest battle READY …

Bringing a new houseplant home is exciting! But then what? It was just pulled from near PERFECT growing conditions and is now in your home. Where the conditions aren’t always very ideal - but don’t worry! In today’s episode, my goal is to leave you with 3 actionable steps to help you transition your houseplant to your home well. This isn’t an episo…

This episode is raw, deep, and so very vulnerable. We talk about hard stuff and you don't want to miss this one! Instagram and writing coach Christina Lynn (and my dear friend!) unpacks the power found within sharing even the vulnerable and intimate parts of our stories and how to do it safely. She outlines practical ways to build community online …

A quick tip on how to get a more even growth and a much more beautiful houseplants!Get the course: http://dustyhegge.com/get-planty

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How do I start houseplant care? I get this question ALL of the time - and for good reason! Houseplant care can feel like an overwhelming topic! My goal is to help you enjoy the growth process, add beauty to your home, and help you to feel confident in your ability to keep your plants alive. Today's episode covers everything you need to know to cura…

Coffee? Plants? This episodes is full of both and it's basically my DREAM episode! Brice Sturmer, founder and co-owner of Velodrome Coffee Company, shares his expertise on the coffee industry and how he is approaching ethically made coffee. Plus, we chat fungus gnats, what happens to coffee from seed to your morning brew, and we even cover how to g…

Gina Bendetto, owner and founder of Veyali - a luxurious, botanical fragrance brand with high-quality perfumes, room and linen sprays. She owns her own design company of 14 years, is a powerhouse businesswoman, and has extensive training in the art or composing botanical. In this episode, she shares with us why synthetic fragrances are dangerous, h…

Are you ready to become a crazy plant person - or at least keep your houseplants alive!? Well, guess what, It's not as hard as you think IF you keep this in mind: I have found there to be three main qualities in a person who seems to have a “natural” green thumb. And guess what, they are qualities that a) you can adapt TODAY and b) are why I consid…

This episode is a part two of sorts in response to my failure episode 017. Today I am sharing the ways I am changing in response to a year filled with failure. Some mindset stuff but mostly very tangible and practical boundaries I am placing on all of 2019 to prevent failure, to steward my mental health well, and to better serve my own family and t…

Words carry such weight and power. Jillian McClenahan plant lady, owner, designer, and photographer from Anastasia Co shares her passion for beautiful design and planting seeds of faith and hope using your words to pursue growing well. All show notes: dustyhegge.com/podcast/16

(Alternate title: Stop letting failure OWN you!) // Saying there is no such thing as failure is like saying there is no such thing as a stupid question. We ALL know there really are stupid questions and we ALL know failure is real - and that it’s something we will face in our lives time and time again. Today I am laying out my biggest failures AND …

How do I water succulents? What is a succulent botanically speaking? How much sunlight do succulents need? This episode answers ALL those questions and so much more! Cait Kholsa is founder of Botany Box a succulent subscription box with a love for succulents and a down-to-earth personality. We chat about succulent care 101, what she has learned thr…

Adventuring, getting outdoors, and traveling doesn’t have to be complicated. Just getting outside for a short walk each day can do wonders for our health and remind us of the beauty found within growing well. Deanna Jensen sheds some light on how we can get outdoors more (why it even matters) and how she is pursuing personal growth even when work s…

How do I keep my airplants alive? Do tillandsia need to be watered? How do I water my airplants? How much light do airplants even need? All of these questions (and so many more!) are answered by Josh Rosen founder of Airplant Man on the Get Planty Podcast! INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/growwellpodcast SHOW NOTES: http://dustyhegge.com/podcast HOU…

How do I reach my goals? How can I plan for a successful year? How do I live a life I love? We all ask ourselves these questions and we all certainly want to live a life we are proud of! But without a plan, even the best intentions fail. Allison Rhea from pace and Pattern has developed a method and a STUNNING planner to help you dream, plan, take a…

Branding coach and designer, Lilah Higgins, shares about how her business has grown from a small (unsuccessful) Esty print shop to a fully staffed branding agency! She gets real about how she couldn’t slow down to enjoy her most financially successful year yet, how she has grown her business, and what she learned from the process. Show Notes: http:…

What do I do if my fiddle leaf fig has brown spots? How much sunlight should my fiddle leaf fig get? Should I fertilize my fiddle leaf fig? How do I keep my fiddle leaf fig alive!? Claire Akin from Fiddle Leaf Fig Plant Resource answers each one of these questions (and even some more!) in today's show. She is the fiddle leaf fig expert and after im…