100K+ Followers
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Trusted by over 400K+ followers across Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube with 15M+ video views and a fast-growing app-based plant care community.
Want to fill your home with thriving plants—but overwhelmed by where to begin?
Houseplant Essentials is your step-by-step guide to confident, joyful plant care. Taught by James Mastaler, PhD—educator, author, and founder of Pistils & Pollen—this course breaks down the essentials so your houseplants don’t just survive, they thrive.
🎥 Watch the trailer to preview the course and meet your instructor.
GROW YOUR KNOWLEDGE
Inside Houseplant Essentials,
you’ll learn how to:
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- Choose the right plants for your home based on light, humidity, and lifestyle
- Water confidently and avoid common mistakes like root rot
- Understand light requirements and set up your space for optimal growth
- Repot, feed, and care for your plant’s roots, soil, and long-term health
- Troubleshoot pests, yellowing leaves, and other common issues
- Style your indoor jungle and build a home that reflects your plant care journey
By the end of this course, you’ll feel confident caring for your plants—and inspired to create a thriving, joy-filled space rooted in growth.
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Enroll Now and Start Your Journey
Start Growing Today
MEET YOURÂ INSTRUCTOR
James S. Mastaler, PhDÂ
I’m James—educator, community builder, and founder of Pistils & Pollen.
My journey with plants began as a way to reconnect with nature and grew into a platform that supports thousands of plant lovers. With years of experience growing houseplants, I bring a holistic, down-to-earth approach to plant care.
In this course, I’ll walk you through every step of creating a lush, thriving indoor garden—and a more joyful relationship with the living world.
