Welcome to our festive year-end episode! 2023 is bidding us adieu already! We'll be taking a short break, but don't worry, we had to leave you all with one more episode for the year. Join us for a chat as we wrap up the year, reminiscing about our favorite moments and memories that made 2023 so special. But wait! What's a year-end celebration without a sprinkle of holiday cheer? We're diving into some seasonal fun as we ponder an intriguing question: If we believed in Santa what planty wishlist ...
Dec 13, 2023•35 min•Ep. 37
Can you believe it? The year is drawing to a close, and as we reflect on 2023, one thing's for certain – our collection of Hoyas has grown, yet our wishlist keeps expanding! Join us in this chatty episode as we discuss the latest additions we've stumbled upon in the market and sharing what's topping our ever-growing wishlist! Subscribe to our Patreon HERE! Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends! Find our Show Notes HERE! Grow & connect with us on Instagr...
Nov 29, 2023•47 min•Ep. 36
Despite two centuries passing since its initial publication, Hoya multiflora remains a favorite among plant enthusiasts, consistently surprising the market with new and alluring varieties. This species within the Hoya genus continues to captivate collectors with its stunning foliage and unique flowers. Tune in and join Lydia, Jessi, and Adam as they shine a spotlight on this Hoya from essential care tips, insights and knowledge. Whether you’re a seasoned Hoya collector or just starting your plan...
Nov 15, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 28
Oh how our collections have grown! Whether you've been nurturing your Hoya babies for years or are new to the hobby, you've probably noticed how your collection has gone from zero to wild - it probably looks nothing like it did when you began! Are you wondering how we have kept up with our ever-expanding collection? Join us as we chat about our tips and tricks to keep your Hoya happy and thriving, and how our collections have evolved over time! Subscribe to our Patreon HERE! Looking forward to t...
Nov 01, 2023•47 min•Ep. 34
You asked and we delivered - it’s time for another locality deep dive! Did you know that Papua New Guinea holds the title of the world’s largest tropical island? With all those different biogeographical zones, this island has an incredible variety of Hoya species and there are more being discovered! Join your favorite trio of hosts, Lydia Adam and Jessi as we chat about the incredible Hoya endemic to PNG and the exciting research that is currently happening on this island! Subscribe to our Patre...
Oct 18, 2023•50 min•Ep. 33
Oh all the misconceptions! As a houseplant hobbyist we have heard and read advice that we know now may not be true. We also have been guilty of sharing advice that we once adhered to, but no longer do! Growing plants, especially a genus that has newly come back to popularity, is full of learning and experiencing. Join your hosts Adam, Jessi and Lydia as we talk about past experiences, current misconceptions and other fun chats! Subscribe to our Patreon HERE! Looking forward to the next episode? ...
Oct 04, 2023•51 min•Ep. 32
Isn’t it wild to think our plants have specifically adapted to survive? Not only in nature, but they continue to adapt to live in and thrive in our homes. Join us in this episode as we chat all about how Hoya have developed various adaptations to survive. From leaf shape, metabolic processes and symbiotic relationships, these plants are truly alive! Subscribe to our Patreon HERE! Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends! Find our Show Notes here: https://www.t...
Sep 20, 2023•53 min•Ep. 31
Research, research, research! Whether it is to deep dive about a species or just to see how to keep the dang plant alive, we have all been there! Doing research on our beloved plants is often necessary, but at times a daunting task. Especially with a species that is often changing and updating, such as Hoya. Where do you even start? Join us in this episode as we talk about our go-to spots when researching about Hoya. From tid-bits shared by other collectors to scientific research done by botanis...
Sep 06, 2023•55 min•Ep. 30
It’s a patreon-esque episode! We’ve had such a busy summer organizing many projects for the podcast and thought a chatty episode would be fun! If you’ve been in the plant hobby for any number of years (or months), you soon notice plant items taking over your home... and the plants! From pots, clips, trellises and fertilizers, there are so many things that come with the hobby! Join your hosts, Adam, Jessi and Lydia in this episode as we talk about all the plant items and plants we continue to hoa...
Aug 23, 2023•51 min•Ep. 29
It’s another guest and this time we had the pleasure of talking with Ves Hackney! We know many of you have reached out to us asking about the confusion and controversial topic surrounding Hoya lacunosa and Hoya krohniana. What makes a Hoya a lacunosa or krohniana, anyway? Is there really a huge difference? What do we think is going to happen to krohniana in the future? If you’ve wondered about any of these questions, this episode is for you! Hear Ves impart information on this topic as we chat a...
Aug 09, 2023•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 24
HAPPY ONE YEAR TO LTH PODCAST!! We cannot believe it has been a year since our first episode was released! What a joy this journey has been. Meeting so many new plant friends, learning more about the genus and growing with this beautiful Hoya community. It feels unreal that we have received such an outpour of love from all of you and we can not thank you enough! It felt appropriate to hear of your Hoya stories and share ours for this special occasion! THANK YOU again, to our wonderful listeners ...
Jul 26, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 27
It’s another deep dive, this time on Hoya latifolia! You may have been or are still confused on which Hoya are actually considered latifolia. With more collectors learning about synonymizations of Hoya, this species is one that continues to cause confusion. But was this Hoya truly synonymized or reclassified? Or has it been a major mixup perpetuating for centuries? Wait until you hear what we found out! Join your hosts Lydia, Jessi and Adam as we talk all things latifolia! Subscribe to our Patre...
Jul 12, 2023•53 min•Ep. 26
We are ecstatic to bring you an episode with Rachel Colette Conroy! If you have heard any of our episodes before, you know, we have talked about Rachel, her love for Hoya and extensive knowledge many times! This is an episode for all you Hoya nerds who want to learn more deeply about the Hoya species, cultivar, nomenclature and other fascinating tid-bits about the genus! Confused on how to write Hoya names? What is a species, anyway? Find out through this episode! Find Rachel at https://www.inst...
Jun 28, 2023•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 25
This episode is a chatty one! We’re halfway through the year, and there have been some care and Hoya updates to our collections! Join as your hosts, Adam, Jessi and Lydia just chat about what’s been going on in our collections, changes in our care and the new Hoya we’ve acquired so far in 2023! Subscribe to our Patreon HERE! Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends! Find our Show Notes here: https://www.thegreenplantaz.com/blogs/lets-talk-hoya-show-notes Grow ...
Jun 14, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 24
You may have heard of sp. Sarawak, sp. Kalimantan, sp. Sabah and so many other Hoya named after the locality they were discovered. Did you know, these locations are all on the island of Borneo, the third largest island in the world? Known to have the most diverse flora, this vast island is home to 76 varying Hoya species that have been published since 2022... and more to be discovered! How does our knowledge of Borneo affect the way we grow our Hoya? What are other conservation notes we should t...
May 31, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 23
Every Hoya grower does things their own way and we all learn from each others experiences. Ever wonder about some of our other Hoya we think deviate from our expectations? What are some Hoya that we grow differently? Are there ones we’re hoping to experiment with? Join us in this chatty episode where we talk all about it! Subscribe to our Patreon HERE! Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends! Find our Show Notes here: https://www.thegreenplantaz.com/blogs/let...
May 17, 2023•50 min•Ep. 22
The mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell… but all jokes aside, did you know variegation and splash on plants are considered a mutation?! With these unique characteristics being sought out by many Hoya collectors (guilty as charged, us included), many of us wonder what causes these mutations? Join your co-hosts, Lydia, Adam and Jessi to deep-dive into this topic! What causes splash? Is variegation stable? Does it come from nature, or is it created? This is an episode for all you s...
May 03, 2023•45 min•Ep. 21
Remember those superlatives from your high school yearbook? Most likely to succeed, cutest couple, most unique, etc.? Well, if your Hoya were to be in your yearbook, who would be voted? Join your hosts, Lydia, Jessi and Adam in this chatty episode as we talk about Hoya in our collection! Who’s the most dramatic and which Hoya would we save in a fire?! Subscribe to our Patreon HERE! Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends! Find our Show Notes here: https://www...
Apr 19, 2023•42 min•Ep. 20
Did you know, botanists in the Hoya world are hard at work and published numerous new species in 2022? With how quickly the plant market moves, you may already have seen some of these Hoya in market! Join us as we chat through some publications and various Hoya that caught our eye! Who know's, you may learn something new or add another Hoya to that wishlist. There's a Hoya out there for everyone! Subscribe to our Patreon HERE! Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your ...
Apr 05, 2023•56 min•Ep. 19
Every year there seems to be a Hoya that catches the eye of a mass majority in the hobby. From silver to splash, and even dreaded pests! Join your hosts Lydia, Adam and Jessi as they talk through the trends from previous years and guess what Hoya we may see more of in 2023! Subscribe to our Patreon HERE! Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends! Find our Show Notes here: https://www.thegreenplantaz.com/blogs/lets-talk-hoya-show-notes Grow & connect with us...
Mar 22, 2023•39 min•Ep. 18
Hoya acute. parasitica. pottsii. Did you know that all these Hoya (plus many more) now share the same name? They’re in our collection, but are all under the Hoya verticillata complex! Confused or want to learn more about it? Join your hosts Jessi, Adam and Lydia as we talk through this synonymization and what that means for us as hobbyists! Subscribe to our Patreon HERE! Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends! Find our Show Notes here: https://www.thegreenpl...
Mar 08, 2023•41 min•Ep. 17
Hoya wishlists, we all have them! Is bigger always better? Have you caught the thin-leaved Hoya fever? Or is it all about those unique Hoya babes? Get ready to add a few Hoya to your list as we chat all about what we are itching to add to our collection for 2023! Subscribe to our Patreon HERE! Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends! Find our Show Notes here: https://www.thegreenplantaz.com/blogs/lets-talk-hoya-show-notes Grow & connect with us on Instagr...
Feb 22, 2023•36 min•Ep. 16
This episode is a tribute to Torill Nyhuus who has and will continue to have a profound impact on the Hoya community. Thank you to our fellow friends of the Swedish Hoya Society for allowing us to share your stories of your dear friend, Torill, from the Hoya Telegraph 4 of 2022. Subscribe to our Patreon HERE! Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends! Find our Show Notes here: https://www.thegreenplantaz.com/blogs/lets-talk-hoya-show-notes Grow & connect wi...
Feb 08, 2023•38 min•Ep. 15
Lots of jest in this episode, our craziest chat yet! Join us as your hosts, Lydia, Jessi and Adam talk all things Hoya flowers! From the nitty gritty of the anatomy, to our experiences, we hope this is also a blooming Hoya year for you! Subscribe to our Patreon HERE! Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends! Find our Show Notes here: https://www.thegreenplantaz.com/blogs/lets-talk-hoya-show-notes Grow & connect with us on Instagram! https://instagram.com/l...
Jan 25, 2023•55 min•Ep. 14
A new year is upon us! What better way than to start off 2023 with some of our manifestations! Did you hear Adam has joined as co-owner of The Green Plant? What should Jessi’s theme song be for 2023? Do you think Lydia’s Hoya will put out a random mutation? Kick off the new year with us as we chat about our hopes for this year! Subscribe to our Patreon HERE! Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends! Find our Show Notes here: https://www.thegreenplantaz.com/blo...
Jan 11, 2023•37 min•Ep. 13
Hoya bella is a classic species in the Hoya world. Join your hosts Jessi, Lydia and Adam as we chat all things Hoya bella! From different cultivar, tips and laughs, we hope this episode sparks a love in your heart for this beauty! Bella! Where have you been loca? Subscribe to our Patreon HERE! Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends! Find our Show Notes here: https://www.thegreenplantaz.com/blogs/lets-talk-hoya-show-notes Grow & connect with us on Instagr...
Dec 14, 2022•50 min•Ep. 12
Happy Holiday’s! It’s finally December! Who else is as excited as Adam & Lydia for all of the festivities?! Or are you just beginning to get your “Ho Ho Ho” on like Jessi? Either way, join us in this Holiday Gift Guide as we share some of our tried and true favorites items in our Hoya collection! Give a great gift to that Hoya lover in your life this year and don’t forget to shop small and local business! Subscribe to our Patreon HERE! Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & sha...
Dec 02, 2022•33 min•Ep. 11
As promised, the very last part to our Hoya Care series, question from you, our listeners! Have some lingering questions after listening to our last few episodes? We hope this answers some of them! Is it cold humid or warm humid? Do you give bright light or little light? Maybe it’s a bit of both! Subscribe to our Patreon HERE! Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends! Find our Show Notes here: https://www.thegreenplantaz.com/blogs/lets-talk-hoya-show-notes Gro...
Nov 30, 2022•45 min•Ep. 10
Who else would be more fitting to be the first ever guest on our Hoya podcast than the Hoya Queen herself, April Mall from Unsolicited Plant Talks! We are beyond giddy and excited to introduce you all to this absolute gem of a person in the plant community. Join your hosts Lydia, Jessi and Adam as we laugh through this episode & get to know April more! What's her favorite Hoya? Which blooms stink the most and would she save a Hoya or Aroid if her greenhouse was on fire? Stay tuned until the ...
Nov 16, 2022•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 10
Just like that it’s a wrap! Our 3 part Hoya care series comes to end with this episode. Listen as Lydia, Jessi and Adam talk about the odds and ends of issues that can arise with Hoya care! From trellising to fungal issues, hear all about it, along with some laughs and giggles in this kooky episode! Subscribe to our Patreon HERE! Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends! Grow & connect with us on Instagram! https://instagram.com/lets.talkhoya Get to know y...
Nov 02, 2022•57 min•Ep. 8
