Plants at Home: Uplift Your Spirit and Your Space Course from Skillshare

The “Discover the Positive Power of Plants, No Green Thumb Required!” course on Skillshare, taught by Christopher Griffin (also known as Plant Kween on Instagram), offers a vibrant and accessible introduction to the world of indoor plants. Christopher brings a unique blend of expertise, humor, and warmth, inviting students into their Brooklyn apartment—a lush urban sanctuary filled with over 160 plants.
Course Overview:

  • Instructor: Christopher Griffin, a passionate plant enthusiast and social media influencer known as Plant Kween.
  • Audience: Beginners to experienced plant lovers looking to deepen their connection with plants and learn practical care tips.
  • Duration: The course is divided into concise, engaging video lessons that are easy to follow at your own pace.

Skills you will gain

By completing the “Discover the Positive Power of Plants, No Green Thumb Required!” course, you’ll gain the following skills:

  1. Plant Selection:
    • Ability to choose the right plant for your living environment and lifestyle, considering factors like light, space, and care requirements.
  2. Plant Care:
    • Proficiency in basic plant care techniques, including watering, repotting, and managing soil conditions.
    • Understanding how to maintain plant health by recognizing and addressing common issues like root rot and yellowing leaves.
  3. Environmental Assessment:
    • Skill in assessing your home’s conditions, such as lighting and humidity, to create an ideal environment for your plants.
  4. Problem-Solving:
    • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve plant health issues, interpreting signals from leaves, roots, and soil to take corrective actions.
  5. Self-Care Integration:
    • Knowledge of how to incorporate plant care into your self-care routine, using it as a tool for stress relief and mindfulness.
  6. Interior Styling with Plants:
    • Insight into arranging and styling plants within your home to enhance aesthetics and create a welcoming atmosphere.
  7. Budget-Friendly Plant Care:
    • Skills in managing plant care on a budget, finding affordable solutions, and making the most of your resources.
  8. Community Building:
    • Ability to connect with other plant enthusiasts, sharing experiences and learning from a broader community.
  9. Creative Expression:
    • Cultivate creativity through hands-on plant care activities, and find joy in the process of nurturing and decorating with plants.

These skills will not only help you care for plants more effectively but also enhance your living space and personal well-being.

What you will learn

In the “Discover the Positive Power of Plants, No Green Thumb Required!” course, you will learn the following:

  1. Choosing the Right Plant:
    • Assess your living environment and daily habits to find a plant that suits your space, light conditions, and lifestyle.
    • Learn how to select plants that fit your budget, with tips on affordable plant care.
  2. Creating a Plant-Friendly Environment:
    • Understand how to set up an environment that helps your plants thrive, including proper lighting, watering, and humidity considerations.
    • Discover how to arrange and care for both new and existing plants in your home.
  3. Interpreting Plant Health:
    • Learn to “read” your plants by understanding the signals their leaves, roots, and soil provide.
    • Troubleshoot common plant problems such as root rot, yellowing leaves, and wilting, and know how to respond to keep your plants healthy.
  4. Integrating Plant Care into Self-Care:
    • Explore the therapeutic benefits of plant care and how to incorporate it into your daily routine to reduce stress and enhance mindfulness.
    • Learn how caring for plants can foster a sense of accomplishment and emotional well-being.
  5. Practical Plant Care Tips:
    • Gain hands-on experience with practical plant care activities, such as repotting, propagating, and maintaining plant health.
    • Understand the basics of plant maintenance, including watering schedules, soil types, and dealing with pests.
  6. Personal Growth and Community Building:
    • Hear Christopher Griffin’s personal journey with plants, including lessons learned from successes and failures.
    • Discover the community aspect of plant care and how it can help you connect with other plant enthusiasts.
  7. Making Plant Care Fun:
    • Engage in enjoyable and creative activities, such as dance parties with your plants, making the learning process fun and memorable.
    • Develop a joyful approach to plant care that combines education with entertainment.

This course will equip you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to care for plants, whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand your existing collection.