Where to Put House Plants So They Thrive

Interview with Darryl Cheng of House Plant Journal.

By Podcast Team and Darryl Cheng
Published on January 26, 2023
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Learn how to take care of a plant indoors with tips for common houseplant care, where to put house plants based on sunlight measurements, and more!

In this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, Darryl Cheng of House Plant Journal joins podcast team member Kenny Coogan to talk about the joys of house plants, how to care for them, and more. Whether you live in the country or the city – or somewhere in between – chances are, you’re able to grow house plants. So, we’re dedicating a whole episode to them!

With the soaring popularity of houseplants, more and more people are bringing these living things into their homes but are confused about exactly how to care for them. Through his Instagram @HousePlantJournal and book, The New Plant Parent, Darryl Cheng brings a fresh perspective to an old hobby. His science-based, practical approach has helped thousands understand the essentials of houseplant care to become confident plant parents.

Additional Resources

Check out Darryl’s LTH (light, temperature, humidity) Meter that you can purchase for yourself!

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Our Podcast Team

Carla Tilghman, Jessica Mitchell, John Moore, and Kenny Coogan
Music: “Travel Light” by Jason Shaw

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