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Dr. James | Pistils & Pollen
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Urban gardener & houseplant educator | Founder, Pistils & Pollen 🌱 | Helping new plant parents grow confidence—from Chicago, growing indoors, on rooftops, parkways, and community gardens. Join our growing community! https://www.pistilsandpollen.com
Reset = realign.
Not more. Just better fit. 🌿
#PlantReset #PlantCare
February 5, 2026 at 1:13 PM
My Ficus umbellata reminding me that some plants are just easier to live with 🌿
So much less fussy than a fiddle leaf, with the same big-leaf drama.
#Houseplants #FicusUmbellata
February 4, 2026 at 6:01 PM
Hard ≠ failure.
Hard = signal.
Listen closely. 🌱
#PlantCare #Houseplants
February 3, 2026 at 1:13 PM
Clean leaves = better winter light 🌿
A quick spray down for my Philodendron goeldii and giganteum helps them use what little sun we get right now.
Do you clean leaves in winter?
#Houseplants #PlantCare
February 2, 2026 at 1:12 PM
Growth hides in small choices we forget to celebrate.
Name your wins—they’re your foundation. 🌿
#PlantWins #PlantCare
January 30, 2026 at 1:13 PM
A new frond on my Platycerium elephantotis—slow, steady, and worth the wait. Growth doesn’t rush, and neither do the best lessons. 🌿
What’s your slowest grower right now?
#Houseplants #PlantCare
January 29, 2026 at 1:12 PM
Most plant struggles aren’t about knowledge—they’re about unnoticed patterns. Clarity changes everything. 🌱 Watch the full reset on my YouTube channel + download the free guide.
#PlantCare #PlantReset
January 28, 2026 at 1:13 PM
I used to think my plant mistakes were mine alone to solve. But I’ve learned that every leaf is a lesson better shared. For 2026, I’m changing my approach. Here is how we’re going to grow in community this year...and you're invited.
January 13, 2026 at 1:17 PM
This year, I'm thinking of leaning in and growing my collection of cacti and succulents. What about you? #euphorbia
January 12, 2026 at 1:16 PM
Ever feel like your space needs a fresh start? Plants are more than just decor—they’re powerful symbols of the intentions we set. Let’s talk about the lucky plants for 2026.
#LuckyPlants #Houseplants2026
January 8, 2026 at 1:17 PM
Sun-kissed leaves on this majestic Alocasia macrorrhizos. Isn't it marvelous?
January 5, 2026 at 1:16 PM
What are you hoping for in the year ahead?
January 1, 2026 at 1:13 PM
Happy New Year! May your dreams and goals for the year ahead be at least as large and magnificent as this Elephant Ear Alocasia.
December 31, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Final call 🌿 Founder’s rate closes soon.
Real help, real savings, real community — for $19.99/year. 💚
December 30, 2025 at 1:13 PM
This Pachypodium lamerei has slowly become one of my favorite plants—spiky, patient, and full of character. Some plants earn your love over time. 🌱 What plant surprised you?
#PachypodiumLamerei #FavoritePlants
December 29, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Longform, intentional storytelling. Full video live on YouTube.
December 23, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Hoping your holidays are filled with love and joy and lots of warm and cozy vibes. And plants. Lot's of plants.
December 22, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Small wins > overwhelm. PlantPals gives you quick answers and kind support so plants (and you) can breathe. Founder’s rate ends this month—join us. #houseplants #plantcommunity
December 18, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Close-up holiday coziness: vintage ornaments, jewel tones, layered greenery, and lots of glow. I’m always team live tree—even if faux garland helps in a few spots.
What’s your Christmas decorating style?
#ClassicChristmas #CozyDecor
December 15, 2025 at 1:12 PM
My kind of Christmas tree—deep reds, velvets, brass, soft glow lighting, and plenty of nostalgia. More is definitely more this time of year. What colors are defining your holiday season?
#HolidayDecor #JewelToneChristmas
December 11, 2025 at 1:13 PM
A tiny desk behind the sofa has become my favorite sunny nook—plants glowing, room soft, instant calm. Do you have a favorite plant spot at home?
#IndoorJungle #Houseplants
December 10, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Yellow leaf, racing heart? PlantPals helps you ditch the panic and get clear next steps. Founder’s rate ends this month—come join us. #houseplants #planthelp
December 9, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Winter in Chicago, but this Alocasia insists it’s a tropical holiday season. Big leaves, warm vibes, and just a hint of festive décor in the background. What plant is brightening your home right now?
#indoorjungle
December 8, 2025 at 1:12 PM
PlantPals exists so you don’t have to troubleshoot alone. Founder’s rate is live now—join before prices rise in January and grow with confidence. What plant needs help on your shelf? #houseplants #plantcommunity
December 5, 2025 at 1:13 PM
A favorite combo: delicate Nephrolepis fronds cascading over a quirky vintage plant stand. Functional lift for light + a little personality boost for the room. What vintage piece do your plants live on? #VintageDecor
December 3, 2025 at 1:12 PM