Plant Parenting 101

It' really is possible to turn you thumb green. Here’s how…

Maybe you’ve been itching to join the houseplant craze, or perhaps you are up for a new challenge. Or, maybe you’re like me, and you simply want to create peace in your home with the presence of plants. Regardless of the reason, you’ve come to this space to bring that idea to life.

Sounds like you’re ready to become a plant parent. First, let me say, ‘welcome’… I’m honored you’re here. Thanks! And second, I’m here to help.

Let’s jump in…

Every hobbyist starts at the beginning, and for gardening, it’s understanding the relationship between lighting, watering, and soil. In our Plant Parenting 101 class, we touch base on each these areas, giving you a necessary overview of each, and how they are intricately woven together.

If you’ve ever tinkered with a DSLR camera, you understand this relationship. Photography enthusiasts inherently understand that the shutter speed, the aperture, and the ISO (nicknamed the ‘photography triangle’) will forever-be woven together, to create the perfect shot.

It’s the very same thing with plants. Any adjustment to one affects the others. Here are a few examples:

Decreasing a plant’s lighting intensity means you’ll need to water less.

Adding more moisture retention in the soil allows you to place your plant in a brighter space.

If you tend to overwater, you’ll need to ensure proper drainage.

The Plant Triangle, if nicknamed, is a trio of plant essentials that every gardener needs to intimately understand.

Take your next step toward growing that green thumb and join our next Plant Parenting 101 class, held both in person and online.

Soon enough, you’ll be confident bringing that new plant baby home.