Bloom And Grow Radio

Have you ever seen one of those viral plant hack videos where someone sprinkles banana peels in their soil or ices their orchid? If you’re wondering if they work, I hate to be the bearer of bad news because the answer is no. Sorry, plant friends.In this episode, I will be separating fact from fiction with my dear friend, Derek Haynes aka The Chocolate Botanist. Derek is a plant biologist who’s not afraid to call out the myths, explain the real science behind plant care, and help us simplify things.Let’s bust 5 of the biggest houseplant myths floating around online. In this episode, we learn:[01:03] Meet Derek, the Chocolate Botanist[08:03] Fighting misinformation online[10:37] Does banana water work?[15:15] Simplify your plant care with Espoma Organic’s high quality products![18:05] Which fertilizer is perfect for you?[20:53] Do coffee grounds work?[25:09] Do eggshells work?[28:36] Is it effective to water plants with ice cubes?Mentioned in our conversation:Growing Joy Ep. 283: From Wishlist to Whoops: 2025 H