Let’s Talk Hoya

The end of the year is here, and the LTH crew is taking a short break until the New Year! But before we go, we’re kicking off a special 3-part series: Our Stories. In this episode, get to know your host Lydia a little better as she shares memories from her past, how her love for plants began, and a peek into her life beyond the podcast.Subscribe to our Patreon HERE!Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends!Watch our episodes on YouTube HERE! Find our Show Notes HERE!Grow & connect with us on Instagram! https://instagram.com/lets.talkhoyaHave questions? Email us at lets.talkhoya@gmail.com, photos are a plus! Get to know your hosts better!Lydia - https://instagram.com/thegreenplant.azJessi - https://instagram.com/perritos_y_plantsAdam - https://instagram.com/knotdudeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This episode comes straight from you, our listeners—thank you for always sending in such great ideas! In this chat, your hosts Jessi, Adam, and Lydia share their tried-and-true methods for re-rooting, propagating, and rehabbing Hoyas in their collections. Whether you’re looking for tips or just love hearing plant stories, join us as we dig into this aspect of Hoya care!Subscribe to our Patreon HERE!Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends!Watch our episodes on YouTube HERE! Find our Show Notes HERE!Grow & connect with us on Instagram! https://instagram.com/lets.talkhoyaHave questions? Email us at lets.talkhoya@gmail.com, photos are a plus! Get to know your hosts better!Lydia - https://instagram.com/thegreenplant.azJessi - https://instagram.com/perritos_y_plantsAdam - https://instagram.com/knotdudeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Big thanks to our lovely listener who suggested this week’s topic: moving with plants! With Lydia’s recent move (and all of us having been there before), we’re sharing our (not-so-pro) tips for keeping your plants happy during the transition. And of course… as Jessi would say, “Zon’t Zoooo Ittttt!” Subscribe to our Patreon HERE! Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends! Watch our episodes on YouTube HERE! Find our Show Notes HERE! Grow & connect with us on Instagram! Instagram (@lets.talkhoya) Have questions? Email us at lets.talkhoya@gmail.com, photos are a plus! Get to know your hosts better!Lydia - Instagram (@thegreenplant.az)Jessi - Instagram (@perritos_y_plants)Adam - Instagram (@knotdude)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we’re celebrating 3 years of the Let’s Talk Hoya Podcast! We can hardly believe it’s been three years since this little idea bloomed into the wild, fulfilling, and fun adventure it’s become. In this special episode, we look back on the journey so far, share our favorite memories, and dream a bit about what’s ahead.A huge THANK YOU to all of our listeners—our Peduncle Pals, friends of the pod, and every amazing person we’ve met along the way. This podcast wouldn’t be what it is without you, and we’re so incredibly grateful for your support!Subscribe to our Patreon HERE!Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends!Watch our episodes on YouTube HERE! Find our Show Notes HERE!Grow & connect with us on Instagram! https://instagram.com/lets.talkhoyaHave questions? Email us at lets.talkhoya@gmail.com, photos are a plus! Get to know your hosts better!Lydia - https://instagram.com/thegreenplant.azJessi - https://instagram.com/perritos_y_plantsAdam - https://instagram.com/knotdudeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It’s been a while since we’ve caught up on Hoya news—and wow, there’s been a lot happening! In this episode, we dive into the latest publications, updates from the field, and fresh Hoya species info. If you love geeking out over plant discoveries and Hoya happenings, this one’s for you! Subscribe to our Patreon HERE! Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends! Watch our episodes on YouTube HERE! Find our Show Notes HERE! Grow & connect with us on Instagram! Instagram (@lets.talkhoya) Have questions? Email us at lets.talkhoya@gmail.com, photos are a plus! Get to know your hosts better!Lydia - Instagram (@thegreenplant.az)Jessi - Instagram (@perritos_y_plants)Adam - Instagram (@knotdude)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This one’s for you, our amazing listeners! Big thanks to everyone who sent in questions through our Instagram stories—we’re answering them all in this episode! Plus, we’re excited to launch a new feature: listener Q&A! Got something you’re curious about? Send your questions to lets.talkhoya@gmail.com and you might hear them answered in a future episode! Subscribe to our Patreon HERE! Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends! Watch our episodes on YouTube HERE! Find our Show Notes HERE! Grow & connect with us on Instagram! Instagram (@lets.talkhoya) Have questions? Email us at lets.talkhoya@gmail.com, photos are a plus! Get to know your hosts better!Lydia - Instagram (@thegreenplant.az)Jessi - Instagram (@perritos_y_plants)Adam - Instagram (@knotdude)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We've talked about it plenty, and now it's finally getting its own spotlight — Hoya versteegii! In this episode, we dive deep into this stunning Hoya known for its ruffled, pubescent leaves. We cover publication details, share our personal experiences, and celebrate Adam’s much-anticipated first blooms with this beautiful plant!Subscribe to our Patreon HERE!Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends!Watch our episodes on YouTube HERE!Find our Show Notes HERE!Grow & connect with us on Instagram! Instagram (@lets.talkhoya)Get to know your hosts better!Lydia - Instagram (@thegreenplant.az)Jessi - Instagram (@perritos_y_plants)Adam - Instagram (@knotdude)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

As we do every year, we’re back with our favorite care routines and tips from the past year! Join us for a cozy chat about our Hoya collections and the preventative or active care strategies we’re currently using to keep them happy and healthy.Subscribe to our Patreon HERE!Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends!Find our Show Notes HERE!Grow & connect with us on Instagram! instagram.com/lets.talkhoyaGet to know your hosts better!Lydia - Instagram.com/thegreenplant.azJessi - instagram.com/perritos_y_plantsAdam - instagram.com/knotdudeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

As we take a break for the rest of the year, we wanted to close out 2024 by reflecting on all the things we’re thankful for—both Hoya-related and beyond! This year has been unforgettable, filled with laughter, memories, and stories shared by you, our amazing listeners. We couldn’t do this without your support, engagement, and love. Thank you for being an essential part of the Let’s Talk Hoya Podcast in 2024. We’re so grateful for each and every one of you!Subscribe to our Patreon HERE!Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends!Find our Show Notes here: HERE!Grow & connect with us on Instagram! https://instagram.com/lets.talkhoyaGet to know your hosts better!Lydia - https://instagram.com/thegreenplant.azJessi - https://instagram.com/perritos_y_plantsAdam - https://instagram.com/knotdudeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We’re thrilled to have two fantastic guests on the pod today—Nicole and Caleb from Schlief Tropicals! If you’re not familiar with this dynamic pair yet, they’re incredibly passionate about Hoyas. In this episode, we chat about their journey, how plants have transformed their lives, and dive into more details about their amazing business.A huge thank you to Caleb and Nicole for taking the time to record with us! It was an absolute pleasure getting to know both of you, and we can't wait to have you back for another conversation soon!Find Schlief Tropicals HEREYou can find Caleb & Nicole on Instagram HEREFind Schlief Tropicals on PalmstreetSubscribe to our Patreon HERE!Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends!Find our Show Notes HERE!Grow & connect with us on Instagram! https://instagram.com/lets.talkhoyaGet to know your hosts better!Lydia - https://instagram.com/thegreenplant.azJessi - https://instagram.com/perritos_y_plantsAdam - https://instagram.com/knotdudeA thank you to Palmstreet for sponsoring this episode. Palmstreet is the #1 live-shopping platform for exotic plants and handicrafts, and is rapidly expanding into more categories. Their vision is to become the online main street of the world, where fun experiences and unique products are accessible anytime, anywhere.Find them on: https://palmstreet.appAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We’re excited to welcome back April Mall from Unsolicited Plant Talks to the podcast! If you missed it, she was our very first guest in Episode 9 of Let’s Talk Hoya. Today, we’re catching up with April to hear about everything she’s been up to, from her plants and business to all the latest with Unsolicited Plant Talks. Join us as we chat with one of our closest friends of the pod in this fun episode!A huge thank you to April for always being such a fun guest and amazing friend of the pod! We always apprecaite the time that you take to record with us and can’t wait to have you on again! Find April Mall and Unsolicited Plant Talks HERECheck out her YouTube Channel HEREYou can find UPT on Instagram HEREFind Unsolicited Plant Talks on PalmstreetSubscribe to our Patreon HERE!Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends!Find our Show Notes HERE!Grow & connect with us on Instagram! https://instagram.com/lets.talkhoyaGet to know your hosts better!Lydia - https://instagram.com/thegreenplant.azJessi - https://instagram.com/perritos_y_plantsAdam - https://instagram.com/knotdudeA thank you to Palmstreet for sponsoring this episode. Palmstreet is the #1 live-shopping platform for exotic plants and handicrafts, and is rapidly expanding into more categories. Their vision is to become the online main street of the world, where fun experiences and unique products are accessible anytime, anywhere.Find them on: https://palmstreet.appAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, we’re joined by Fraser Cook, a PhD student and researcher focusing on biodiversity management, botany, and plant conservation, with a particular emphasis on the sustainability of ornamental plants in Indonesia. Having recently secured significant funding, Fraser is set to embark on extensive fieldwork across various regions in Indonesia, including West Kalimantan, Lampung, and South Sulawesi, areas closely tied to the ornamental plant trade. His research aims to develop sustainable practices within these communities to protect these plants in their natural habitats.As we’ve discussed before, sustainability and conservation are deeply influenced by our actions as plant enthusiasts. Fraser shares his insights into his groundbreaking work, along with practical, mindful practices we can adopt to continue nurturing and enjoying our plants responsibly!We’re incredibly grateful to Fraser for taking the time to join us and share his passion and research. We wish him all the best in his upcoming fieldwork and future endeavors!Find Fraser Cook on Instagram @botanicalotterCheck out his YouTube Channel HERE!Subscribe to our Patreon HERE!Looking forward to the next episode? Subscribe & share with your friends!Find our Show Notes HERE!Grow & connect with us on Instagram! https://instagram.com/lets.talkhoyaGet to know your hosts better!Lydia - https://instagram.com/thegreenplant.azJessi - https://instagram.com/perritos_y_plantsAdam - https://instagram.com/knotdudeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy