Houseplant Hookups: All the Dirt You Need to Find the Perfect Match

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Taking its cues from the wonderful world of online dating, Houseplant Hookups explores the pros and cons of cohabitating with different houseplants. “Isabel, who hails from three g enerations of plant-loving family members, shares her expertise and knowledge of houseplants in this amusing, informative book, best for neophyte horticulturists who might not yet have a green thumb.”―Library Journal, Starred Review Cohabitation is a big step in any relationship, so to make sure you don’t get stuck with a deadleaf, Houseplant Hookups digs up all the dirt on 35 prospective houseplant partners. By first setting the foundation for a successful relationship with information on purchasing, propagating, and basic plant care, it’ll be easy to know when you’ve found the One. Does your apartment have a scenic view of a brick wall? The Snake Plant thrives in low light. Tend to forget you’re even in a relationship? The Golden Pothos is anything but codependent and won’t hold neglect against you. Far more helpful than your average Tinder profile, Houseplant Hookups will help you decide if a relationship with a Fiddle Leaf Fig is more likely to be a fling or a forever kind of love. Not sure where to start? Take the Cosmo-inspired quiz to narrow down your matches. The perfect gift for any plant or gardening enthusiast, these illustrated dating profiles are as hilarious as they are informative. More Accolades: “The playful profiles provide a helpful overview of common houseplants, and Degnan’s colorful illustrations accentuate the distinguishing characteristics of each….Readers curious about what houseplant is right for them will want to consult this.”―Publishers Weekly “The book is absolutely fantastic. Witty, clever, tasteful, beautiful… unique. One of a kind. I also love how the book feels in your hands. The quality of the printing and colors are magnificent.”―Alina Fassakhova, New York Based artist and plant enthusiast “Houseplant Hookups is a fun book, with a creative approach to an otherwise fairly mundane topic. It engages readers with indoor horticulture and reminds us that no matter how big (or small) the garden, there is a perfect plant out there for all of us.”―Alice Bennett on Reedsy “Agatha Isabel's Houseplant Hookups is the perfect book for people whose brown thumbs have let many a plant die. Clear explanations, a friendly tone, and lots of humor ease plant-shy readers into trying for plant love again.”―Shelf Awareness Dimensions: 6.4 x 0.9 x 8.6 inches Show more