Episode description

If you love styling your indoor plants and have an eye for design, becoming a professional plant stylist may be the perfect side hustle or full-time career for you, plant friends! Plant styling has exploded in popularity recently, as more people discover the therapeutic benefits of surrounding themselves with plants. In this episode, we'll share insights from Maryah Greene, a successful New York-based plant stylist and influencer, on how she built her brand Greene Piece. You'll learn Maryah’s tips for starting a plant styling company, calculating rates, and her new children's book, ‘Good Things.’ We'll also cover her top plant styling techniques to create cohesive, harmonious plant designs tailored to you and your space.

• [03:26] Maryah on balancing plant collections and responsibilities
• [05:48] Why Maryah created Greene Piece and the inspiration behind it
• [08:09] How did Maryah's Japan experience shape her passion for plant teaching?
• [14:20] How did Maryah manage her first year offering plant-related services as a side hustle?
• [17:43] How did Maryah determine her pricing strategy for her plant business?
• [20:43] Navigating initial business paperwork and finances
• [24:02] Embracing entrepreneurship and appearing on Good Morning America!
• [28:55] What was the impact of Maryah's decision on her work and career prospects?
• [31:21] How does Maryah maintain balance and fulfillment in her business?
• [36:34] What’s the difference between plant styling and being a plant doctor?
• [38:14] Maryah’s journey as a content creator and influencer in the plant community
• [41:01] Maryah on evolving brand partnerships
• [44:59] Top three plant styling tips!
• [49:13] What is the story behind Maryah's book "Good Things"?
• [53:53] How did the Black Lives Matter movement influence Maryah’s decision to write the book?
• [56:36] Emotional impact of the book on both children and adults
• [56:36] Working together on illustrations with Alleanna Harris
• [01:00:08] How does the book help parents and teachers discuss emotions and loss with children?
• [01:02:37] Where can you find Maryah and her book on social media?

• Maryah Greene's book Good Things
• Growing Joy Ep 185 The Power Of Therapeutic Horticulture
• Plant Swaps by Summer Rayne Oakes
• Maryah on Good Morning America
• Razorbill
• Alleanna Harris

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