Join us as we geek out about propagation, from aroids to succulents, where we'll try to take you a level or two deeper than just *how* to do it. Why does propagation from leaf cuttings work for some plants but not others? And why didn't that heart-shaped Hoya kerrii turn into a full plant? Then Matthew tries to move some of his plants into Stephen's windows. Stephen says NO.
Matthew tries again to expand Stephen's "very particular" tastes with a sweeping introduction to the Prayer Plants and Calatheas. Will he succeed? And can he pronounce Zingiberales? Tune in to find out!
Matthew and Stephen dive *deep* (drunkenly) into a favorite classic movie, Little Shop of Horrors, with the crew from 24 Flames per Second, one of our favorite podcasts! In 2019, is this a problematic narrative? Is Seymour even a plant person?? Wait…Jar Jar? Somehow this is a Halloween episode, OK?
Want to hear what it sounds like when we thoroughly agree on a plant? Behold Brassavola nodosa, a fragrant, tough orchid that we have both kept and loved for years. We'll walk through our different approaches and histories with this outstanding windowsill orchid.
The Plant Daddies grudgingly admit the numerous merits of the pedestrian but perennially-dependable Pothos plants! Even some with rabbit proteins. Matthew admits that he is secretly propagating them. And listen, we don't get into care advice, but just give them some light and water once in a while. OK?
!!! OK, today we welcome one of our very favorites, Jane Perrone of On The Ledge podcast! She shares where her houseplant journey began, some of her current favorites, and even a few plants she would NOT grow-- and the Plant Daddies take sides! After our interview, we continue to dish on plants that we "do not prefer." Fans of variegation, shield your ears!
Everyone has seen pictures of the internet’s current favorite Begonia on social media, Begonia maculata ‘Wightii’. AKA Polka Dot Begonia, this is a beautiful cultivar loved for its graphic, colorful foliage and white flowers. The Plant Daddies have a checkered [terrible] record with Begonias, so wanted to figure out if this popular but hard-to-find specimen would be their silver bullet to Begonias fit for paradise. More importantly, is this a flowering tropical foliage plant that Stephen can get...
Is there anyone online who hasn’t seen Pilea peperomioides? For a plant that has graced Scandinavian window sills since the 1940s, but wasn’t described in science until the 1980s, it has an explosive impact on the global houseplant community in the last few years. As Matthew says, the Pilea is so easy to propagate that they should be free. The Plant Daddies have grown it for years, and have opinions to dish about the Chinese Money Plant, Pancake Plant, UFO Plant, Missionary Plant, Pass-it-Along ...
Are staghorn ferns a vegan alternative to mounted taxidermy? According to our guest, they are! Platycerium ferns are known for their coarsely branched fronds that resemble antlers more than the delicate, airy foliage of other ferns. They have certain cultural requirements for success, but these are fantastic as houseplants and one of the best ferns for indoor success. We bring a friend on the show to teach him how to mount (“with ruthless efficiency”) and care for these botanical oddities. Want ...
Not all cacti are from the desert! Some live in tropical forests, adapted for far less light and far more moisture than their desert brethren. Orchid cactus, Christmas cactus, and many others are epiphytic tropical plants, offering indoor gardeners an interesting alternative to the hot and dry-loving cacti we all know and love… And offering Matthew a chance to talk about his current favorites, the zig zag and fern leaf cactus! OK? Want to listen ad-free? Head over to Patreon! https://www.patreon...
Succulents are tremendously popular, as much for their sculptural desert beauty as their reputation for being hardy and tough. But when “succulent” is used to describe plants, what does it actually mean? The Plant Daddies attempt to clarify that, talk about how they grow their own favorite succulents, and share some advice for the plants most often being described when someone says, “I love succulents!” Want to listen ad-free? Head over to Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/plantdaddypodcast...
Matthew reveals *his* favorite indestructible house plants. And his dream bathroom. In the end, Stephen forces him to make some difficult choices. In this episode: Anthurium clarinervium (2:45) | Main Topic (8:43) | Our Recommended Plants (23:54) | Plants for Different Home Scenarios (34:10) | Plants for Different Watering "Personalities" (51:18) | Plants to Avoid (1:00:00) | Our Very Favorites! (1:07:43) Want to listen ad-free? Head over to Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/plantdaddypodcast...
Stephania erecta, with its woody caudex and contrastingly delicate, round leaves, is gaining popularity as a social media “It Plant.” The Plant Daddies are so enamored that they wanted to highlight it in their first Plant Profile mini episode, where they will discuss culture and care of specific trending houseplants. Will this become a permanent fixture in houseplant collections? Tune in to hear their prediction! Want to listen ad-free? Head over to Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/plantdaddypod...
Mike and Kyle from the Gayish Podcast join the Plant Daddies to explore tangents upon tangents and maybe a few rabbit holes (well, a parrot hole). Seattle queer podcasts unite! A certain weed may have been involved... Want to listen ad-free? Head over to Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/plantdaddypodcast
We've all seen those top 5 best or easiest plant lists. Matthew and Stephen attempt to wade through this clickbait morass, attempting to clarify (and unloading a bit on) some of the vague buzzwords and "guidance." Tune in to see how those lists fared! Want to listen ad-free? Head over to Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/plantdaddypodcast
Our first drunk episode! One of Matthew’s friends recommends a documentary about Judi Dench and her trees. Emma joins to watch and then discuss it with the Plant Daddies, but they drink ALL of the rosé and indulge in an unvarnished critique of this work, Judi’s garden coat, and their adoration for this peerless British National Treasure. Hilarity ensues. Judi Dench, trees, and Plant Daddy Podcast, what more could you want? Want to listen ad-free? Head over to Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/pla...
Carnivorous plants are some of the most intriguing and unusual plants you can grow, and conveniently, many are very easy to grow. Stephen and Matthew talk about the basic care and cultural requirements of some of the varieties best suited for indoor or balcony growing. Want to listen ad-free? Head over to Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/plantdaddypodcast
One of the most intriguing and exotic groups of plants are those that eat meat: the carnivorous plants! Stephen got into growing plants seriously when he got his first pitcher plant, and his collection has ballooned to include most of the common ones as well as some unique ones less frequently encountered. He shares how his interest grew with this fascinating group of plants. Want to listen ad-free? Head over to Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/plantdaddypodcast...
Stephen and Matthew banter about the gay stereotype that homos are all born decorators, talk about their own apartments, how they design their living space, why design is important to them, and how they incorporate plants into their homes. Want to listen ad-free? Head over to Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/plantdaddypodcast
It’s time to talk about grow lights! Miles Jonard, owner of The Plant Store comes in to give Stephen and Matthew a primer on using artificial lighting for growing plants indoors, and their friend Chris joins for the first time! Want to listen ad-free? Head over to Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/plantdaddypodcast
It’s another episode where Matthew puts on his plant geek glasses and lectures on a couple of his favorite types of plants, the Aroid family, and the Ficus genus. Stephen talks about carnivorous plants, and those that grow a caudex. They also introduce their first guest, Miles Jonard, owner of The Plant Store. Want to listen ad-free? Head over to Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/plantdaddypodcast
Matthew researched some topics that were mentioned in Episode 2 - Seattle Pride 2019 Recap, in order to give more context to their mention of the Institute for the Science of Sexology and the rise in hate crimes in their local community. Want to listen ad-free? Head over to Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/plantdaddypodcast
Matthew goes into full lecture mode and shares his introduction to orchids, focusing on their biology and background in horticulture, and discusses some of the most common types home growers are likely to encounter, especially the ubiquitous but still special Phalaenopsis orchid of grocery store fame. Want to listen ad-free? Head over to Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/plantdaddypodcast
Stephen and Matthew discuss Seattle Pride 2019, and talk about their perspectives, experiences, and thoughts about their local gay culture and how they fit into it. Want to listen ad-free? Head over to Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/plantdaddypodcast
Stephen and Matthew introduce Plant Daddy Podcast and share their passion for cultivating plants. They are going to teach, learn, and share, with such guests as botany and horticulture experts, amateur hobbyists, and unsuspecting friends. Up to 30% non-botanical content by volume. Want to listen ad-free? Head over to Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/plantdaddypodcast
