Hi, I’m the one with soil under my nails.

My story

From one sad cactus to a tiny indoor jungle.

I started with one cactus and no idea what I was doing. Years of trial, error and repotting later, I care for a flat full of houseplants and a balcony of vegetables.

I test gear the way I use it: every week, in a real home with real north windows and real forgetful weeks. If a pot leaks or a light looks awful in a living room, I say so.

plantpal keeps it simple: nine guides with seven picks each, checked against live Amazon US listings, with a clear note on who each product suits.