The Dark Side of Houseplant Collection

Marc Hachadourian, senior curator of orchids and director of
glasshouse horticulture at the New York Botanical Garden, joins
host Rachel Feltman to explore houseplant trends from the past and
the present. Plus, they discuss how ethically sourcing your plants
can prevent fad-driven overcollection. Listen to the New York
Botanical Garden’s new podcast Plant People. E-mail us at
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