What is Green Blindness? With Horticulturist Heather Wheatley

Join Janey and Heather Wheatley for a conversation about Green Blindness, a little known term for not knowing the type of plants you’re seeing and more importantly not knowing the role they play in our environment. She’s on a mission to help us understand what knowing about plants can tell us from soil, water quality, history of an area and so much more! They also discuss “biophilia” which is the idea that humans have an innate tendency to connect with nature and other living beings. The term literally translates to "love of life and you’ll love this conversation! Plant lover or not, we are finding more and more that humans feel the need to be connected whether through colors in their home or natural elements in their spaces. If you’re listening to this podcast, you probably know how a connection with plants can improve your wellbeing, but we discuss why that connection is so vital to all, not just plant lovers. Heather is a horticulturist and lifelong learner and we can all learn a lot from her in this episode!Heather Wheatley on InstagramLove what you’re hearing? Make sure to check out DPWR on YouTube!StoreFacebook InstagramDig, Plant, Water, Repeat is produced in association with Caloroga Shark Media. Hear other shows from Caloroga Shark along with subscription info and Merch with free shipping here!

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Welcome to the gardening podcast, "Dig, Plant, Water, Repeat" – Join Janey Santos and her passion for gardening as she aims to help your garden grow too! From her home and vibrant garden in Northern California, gardening is not just her hobby; it's her way of life.Janey will take you into her garden, sharing personal insights and expert advice to guide you in nurturing your own slice of nature. Whether this is your first spring or you've spent a lifetime in the soil, she’s going to delve into all aspects of gardening together. Janey is here to help you select the perfect plants, prepare the best soil mixes, choose the right fertilizers, and uncover the myriad of tips and tricks for creating a stunning garden, both indoors and out.Janey will be joined by experts from every gardening discipline – from nursery owners to professional landscapers – to share their knowledge and inspire you to get your hands dirty. At "Dig, Plant, Water, Repeat," her goal is simple: to encourage everyone to embrace the joy of gardening and have a great time doing it!Janey is constantly learning and wants to share all that she discovers with you, celebrating successes and learning from failures together. So, if you're picking up a trowel for the first time or you're an experienced gardener looking to share in the love of the grow, join Janey and cultivate something beautiful together.Make sure to follow "Dig, Plant, Water, Repeat" on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you love to listen to your podcasts! Janey’s gardening adventure begins April 1st – let’s grow a greener world together, one plant at a time.