Plantfluencer Chats

Darryl Chang is the creator of the incredibly popular blog and Instagram account, House Plant Journal. Darryl’s commitment to excellence, passion for plants and thirst for knowledge have turned him into one of the most trusted resources of the internet houseplant world. What was initially a hobby Tumblr page has turned into an Instagram account with over 500,000 followers, a foundational houseplant care book entitled ‘The New Plant Parent’ and plant time-lapse videos that have gone viral around the world.

Plant Care Consultant and Podcaster Alika Turner, also known as Jade, is more than a plant woman; she has a real appreciation for nature and the significant role it plays in our lives. In her business, Jade takes comfort in knowing that her influence not only helps in saving plants but also saving humans. She is an advocate for plant and garden therapy; you can learn more about her story on her popular podcast The Black Plant Chick Pod. Alika aspires to teach people the benefits of connecting with plants and the healing power they hold. From hosting workshops to creating plant guide videos for magazines like House Beautiful, you can find Alika sharing a wealth of knowledge across platforms of all sizes. Her motto is "love, peace, and propagate."