Plant Parenting for Busy People

‘Whether you’re a minimalist or a rescuer, this is a useful, charming guide to helping indoor plants thrive.’ * The Sydney Morning Herald *‘Nora shares practical, friendly advice to help you enjoy your thriving indoor greenery without stress.’ * Organic Gardener *’…full of sound advice on plant care.’ – Helen Young * The Weekend Australian *‘Plant Parenting for Busy People cuts through the noise of caring for plants, offering practical, easy-to-follow advice. The chapter on LECA is especially thoughtful, guiding you through the transition step-by-step, making it simple even for first-timers. A must-have for busy plant lovers wanting thriving greenery without the stress.’ – Tammy Huyhn Horticulturist, Presenter Gardening Australia, Author of The Plant Book‘This book is packed full of practical plant advice that covers all the key points for houseplant care. Obviously semi-hydroponics is covered, given Nora’s reputation as the Leca Queen - but many other key topics are also tackled in an way that offers clear pointers for anyone who’s been befuddled by searching the web for an answer to their plant woes, including plant supports, growlights and really practical advice for dealing with common houseplant pests. I really enjoyed Plant Parenting for Busy People: it’s a valuable addition to any houseplant lover’s reference library.’ – Jane Perrone Journalist, Head of Inspiration, Scribehound Gardening, Author

Dr. Nora Mutalima is a dedicated plant parent who has lived and worked in Zambia, the UK, and Australia. She trained and practiced as a doctor before turning to medical research. Passionate about indoor plants, Nora specializes in growing them without soil and shares easy, stress-free plant care tips through videos and social media posts. Combining her scientific skills with creative content production, she inspires others to enjoy indoor gardening. Nora is also a mum of three who loves spending time with her children. In her downtime, she enjoys music, theatre, and a good true crime series. Her work unites scientific precision with creative inspiration.