In the horticulture world, there is no topic I love more than perennials. Why? The insane variation, the brilliant colors, and the truly endless possibilities make this category of plants that I will never be done learning about! In this episode, we talk about the 10 best blooming perennials and I provide a long list of blooming perennial options to inspire you. If you’ve never checked the blog post this is a GREAT episode to do so! Remember there is always a corresponding blog post for each epi...
Jun 24, 2025•37 min•Ep. 118
Gardenias are one of the sweetest smelling houseplants you could grow. It can be a challenging houseplant, particularly in the Midwest, but if you're willing to take it on, you'll be rewarded with glossy green leaves and lovely fragrant flowers. Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! ---------------------------------- Don't forget to follow Houseplant Homebody on Instagram , Facebook , TikTok and Pint...
Jun 10, 2025•29 min•Ep. 117
Viburnums are among the top hedge shrubs that change with the seasons and offer a wide range of varieties and cultivars. They not only feature beautiful, sometimes fragrant flowers but also showcase stunning fall colors and decorative berries, adding even more appeal! Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! ---------------------------------- Don't forget to follow Houseplant Homebody on Instagram , Fac...
May 27, 2025•25 min•Ep. 116
Air Plants are fascinating, wild, and beautiful plants with unique care needs, capable of adding joy to different areas of your home! Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! ---------------------------------- Don't forget to follow Houseplant Homebody on Instagram , Facebook , TikTok and Pinterest . Please rate or review this podcast and share Houseplant Homebody with your friends! Odds are, if you lik...
May 10, 2025•44 min•Ep. 115
Bougainvillea are impressive with their vibrant colors, spanning growth, and versatility! Most of the time you see them vining along buildings or entry ways creating a beautiful focal point. Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! ---------------------------------- Don't forget to follow Houseplant Homebody on Instagram , Facebook , TikTok and Pinterest . Please rate or review this podcast and share Ho...
Apr 15, 2025•33 min•Ep. 114
Ornamental Crabapples have the most vibrant spring colors ranging from shades of pink, red, purple, and white with showy red or yellow fruit. It may not be the first blooming tree of the season but it is a sure sign spring is here with summer right around the corner! Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! ---------------------------------- Don't forget to follow Houseplant Homebody on Instagram , Face...
Apr 01, 2025•44 min•Ep. 113
Talk about a CLASSIC succulent that has been a staple in every beginner plant lover's collection and a tried-and-true reliable plant for the hardcore plant lover! Low maintenance, easy to propagate, always looks great, who couldn't love it?! Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! ---------------------------------- Don't forget to follow Houseplant Homebody on Instagram , Facebook , TikTok and Pinteres...
Mar 18, 2025•29 min•Ep. 112
This episode and blog explores the history of plants, where their names come from, and some overarching categories plant names are separated into. I know the naming and categories are ever changing but let's learn the basics together!! Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! ---------------------------------- Don't forget to follow Houseplant Homebody on Instagram , Facebook , TikTok and Pinterest . Pl...
Nov 16, 2024•33 min•Ep. 111
Crown of Thorns combines beautiful flowers and foliage with unique, almost scary-looking stems. In my experience, this plant is very resilient, low maintenance, and can easily rebloom. Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! ---------------------------------- Don't forget to follow Houseplant Homebody on Instagram , Facebook , TikTok and Pinterest . Please rate or review this podcast and share Housepla...
Oct 29, 2024•28 min•Ep. 110
Asters are known for being a staple for beautiful fall blooms in the Midwest. Most commonly, you will find them in shades of purple or pink but there are some varieties that white, blue, yellow, or orange as well. Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! ---------------------------------- Don't forget to follow Houseplant Homebody on Instagram , Facebook , TikTok and Pinterest . Please rate or review th...
Oct 15, 2024•29 min•Ep. 109
The Sensitive Plant is perfectly named since the slightest touch can make the leaves fold up along the stem. This is assumed to be a defensive mechanism. With fern-looking leaves, this plant will grow into a small mound as a houseplant. If you provide the perfect conditions you may see their whimsical flowers form! Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! ---------------------------------- Don't forget ...
Oct 01, 2024•24 min•Ep. 108
We are going to dig into what fertilizer is made of, why it's important, some different brands to check out, and other key factors to your fertilizer success! Fertilizer can be underrated and, if used properly, could really help your plants grow to their fullest potential. Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! ---------------------------------- Don't forget to follow Houseplant Homebody on Instagram ...
Sep 17, 2024•44 min•Ep. 107
Perennial Grasses can fit into any landscape whether you need an upright plant that doesn't spread too much or a tiny mounded accent plant. The range of size and shape is spectacular but the range in color and all year interest is its best quality! Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! ---------------------------------- Don't forget to follow Houseplant Homebody on Instagram , Facebook , TikTok and P...
Sep 03, 2024•57 min•Ep. 106
Even though Jasmine could be considered a high maintenance houseplant, the flowers are beautiful and the fragrance is well worth the try! Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! ---------------------------------- Don't forget to follow Houseplant Homebody on Instagram , Facebook , TikTok and Pinterest . Please rate or review this podcast and share Houseplant Homebody with your friends! Odds are, if you...
Aug 21, 2024•29 min•Ep. 105
It's always good to regroup and remember the houseplant basics sometimes! In this episode, we are going to review the thought process of buying houseplants, caring for houseplants, and we are going to explore some questions that we both still have about houseplants! Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! ---------------------------------- Don't forget to follow Houseplant Homebody on Instagram , Faceb...
Aug 06, 2024•55 min•Ep. 104
Hydrangeas are one of the more impressive shrubs that can be fit into any landscape with their variety diversity. This can be a feature in your garden, a hedge, or filler shrub depending on what you need. Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! ---------------------------------- Don't forget to follow Houseplant Homebody on Instagram , Facebook , TikTok and Pinterest . Please rate or review this podcas...
Jul 23, 2024•58 min•Ep. 103
Roses have to be one of the oldest, classic landscape plants in existence. With their plentiful colors, shapes, sizes, and purposes, you can always find a place in your garden for a Rose! These days, growers are striving for lower maintenance and longest lasting blooms but you can't beat the impact of some of the classic varieties. Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! -------------------------------...
Jul 09, 2024•51 min•Ep. 102
Bromeliads are a highly diverse houseplant that looks wild and exotic. That being said, you can find them almost anywhere! They are reasonably priced at most plant shops and are ready for you to give them a try! Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! ---------------------------------- Don't forget to follow Houseplant Homebody on Instagram , Facebook , TikTok and Pinterest . Please rate or review this...
Jun 25, 2024•31 min•Ep. 101
Anthuriums are the most expansive genus in the Araceae family spanning from huge, thick, leathery foliage, to delicate, thick, finger-like leaves! Something for everyone! At home, I have a Variegated Hookeri and an Anthurium superbum! Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! ---------------------------------- Don't forget to follow Houseplant Homebody on Instagram , Facebook , TikTok and Pinterest . Ple...
Jun 11, 2024•35 min•Ep. 100
Lilacs are one of the most iconic spring blooming shrub! With their full foliage, plentiful flowers and sweet fragrance you can't go wrong adding this to your garden! Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! ---------------------------------- Don't forget to follow Houseplant Homebody on Instagram , Facebook , TikTok and Pinterest . Please rate or review this podcast and share Houseplant Homebody with y...
May 28, 2024•45 min•Ep. 99
Annuals are what bring life to any porch or patio for several months out of the year! With all the options out there, don't you want to learn a little bit more about them? Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! ---------------------------------- Don't forget to follow Houseplant Homebody on Instagram , Facebook , TikTok and Pinterest . Please rate or review this podcast and share Houseplant Homebody w...
May 14, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 98
This winter blooming houseplant has the opposite timing on care compared to most houseplants and its heart shaped unique leaves and beautiful flowers give you more winter interest you hadn't considered before! Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! ---------------------------------- Don't forget to follow Houseplant Homebody on Instagram , Facebook , TikTok and Pinterest . Please rate or review this p...
Apr 30, 2024•29 min•Ep. 97
Besides early blooming spring bulbs, Forsythia are one of the earliest indications that spring is approaching! With its golden, yellow flowers lining it's stems, you can't miss it! Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! Don't forget to follow Houseplant Homebody on Instagram , Facebook , TikTok and Pinterest . Please rate or review this podcast and share Houseplant Homebody with your friends! Odds are...
Apr 16, 2024•25 min•Ep. 96
When some people hear "Kalanchoe" they may think "beautiful blooming plant" but others may think of the extensive, colorful, and varying textures of the herbaceous succulent! This Crassulaceae family succulent has hundreds of varieties but more than likely the flowering version will be Kalanchoe blossfeldiana. Some more popular herbaceous varieties are Mother of Thousands (K. laetivirens), Mother of Millions (K. delagoensis), Panda Plant, Chocolate Solider, Teddy Bear (all K. tomentosa), and Pad...
Apr 02, 2024•34 min•Ep. 95
There is nothing like seeing some green pop out of the ground in February when Wisconsin is in its 4th winter! That is why we LOVE spring bulbs! Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! Don't forget to follow Houseplant Homebody on Instagram , Facebook , TikTok and Pinterest . Please rate or review this podcast and share Houseplant Homebody with your friends! Odds are, if you like this podcast others wi...
Mar 19, 2024•41 min•Ep. 94
Since it is my birthday, I thought it would be fun to talk about what's been going on with my own collection, what I am loving, what I am hating, and what I've suck with over the last couple years, etc! Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! Don't forget to follow Houseplant Homebody on Instagram , Facebook , TikTok and Pinterest . Please rate or review this podcast and share Houseplant Homebody with ...
Mar 05, 2024•46 min•Ep. 93
Propagation is always an exciting adventure for any houseplant parent. Who doesn't love to multiply their plants?! Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! Don't forget to follow Houseplant Homebody on Instagram , Facebook , TikTok and Pinterest . Please rate or review this podcast and share Houseplant Homebody with your friends! Odds are, if you like this podcast others will too! If you want EVEN MORE ...
Feb 26, 2024•32 min•Ep. 92
This plant is a beautiful, fragrant lily that is forced to bloom for the Easter holiday but will actually bloom in the summertime when planted outdoors! It is used around the holiday because the white lily symbolizes purity and rebirth, which is representative in many religions. Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! Don't forget to follow Houseplant Homebody on Instagram , Facebook , TikTok and Pinte...
Feb 06, 2024•23 min•Ep. 91
Remember to check out the corresponding blog post for this episode and visit my website www.houseplant-homebody.com/ for more details! Follow Houseplant Homebody on Instagram , Facebook and Pinterest Please rate or review this podcast and share Houseplant Homebody with your friends! Odds are, if you like this podcast others will too! If you want EVEN MORE of Houseplant Homebody, become a Supporter , sign up for the bi-monthly newsletter or reach out with a question, request or just say hi! I lov...
Jan 23, 2024•43 min•Ep. 90
I'm sure when some of you saw this title to the podcast/blog and thought "wait we need to prep for fall or winter?!" The answer is that it really depends on the situation but it would be beneficial in most situations! I am going to break up into 3 parts: Bringing plants indoors after being outdoors all summer long What to do with plants that are indoors and will remain indoors Things to think about when purchasing houseplants in fall/winter Hopefully this helps you prep for fall and winter or gi...
Sep 26, 2023•25 min•Ep. 89
