Rachel Ellis·
Does PlantDoc ship internationally? The answer may surprise you!
PlantDoc does ship internationally... but not in the way you'd expect! We've been so honored with the huge positive feedback for our plant watering guide, PlantDoc! Wohoo! However, many of you happen to be outside the United States, and we're still looking into the incredibly convoluted logistics of it. What to do? And then we realized... We already have a solution! We actually have TWO brand partners who do shipping outside the USA! Uncommon Goods and Love That Leaf! Let's learn more about them: Uncommon Goods highlights unique gifts created by independent makers. They're the perfect place to look for thoughtful,...
Rachel Ellis·
How to juggle being a small business owner AND a mom?
Here's how Daphne does it! In short Q&A style, we asked Daphne, owner of Daphne's Botanicals, how she balances being a full-time mom and running several small businesses in Portland, Oregon! How do you juggle motherhood and being a business owner? To be honest, it's stressful especially since we are trying to grow two businesses. I have a young child so there's not much mental space or availability to work after school lets out in the afternoons. But on the bright side, in some ways it pushes me to have boundaries that I probably otherwise would not give myself. I...
Rachel Ellis·
Florals for track stars! Daphne’s Botanicals x Nike
Exciting news! Daphne’s Botanicals is collaborating with Nike (again!). This time, we’re providing plants for the Nike athlete recovery room at the 2024 Track and Field Olympic Trials. But you probably won’t see our work unless you’re an athlete, medic, or race official… …or somehow sneak back behind the scenes 👀(which we do not recommend doing! If you’re interred in floral design, you can schedule a free plant design consultation with us here!). FYI, from June 21 - 30, Hayward Field at the University of Oregon will be home to one of the biggest track and field competitions in...
Rachel Ellis·
Houseplant Appreciation Day 2024
Every day is a great day to appreciate houseplants Did you know that January 10 is Houseplant Appreciation Day? I think this is one of the best dates to celebrate the joy that beautiful plants bring to our homes. In many places around the country, January is quite gloomy, and after the festivities of the recent holidays, it is nourishing to remind ourselves of the things that can cheer us up in the stark absence of all the commercial fanfare. What do you appreciate about house plants? There’s so much to love! For many people, including myself, houseplants provide a way...
Rachel Ellis·
The Best 15 Gift Ideas for Plant People
Rachel Ellis·
The Best White Elephant Gift Guide for Plant People
Looking for the perfect gift for a white elephant gift exchange and want it to be plant-themed? You’re in the right place! Pursue this expert-curated list of best white elephant gifts, and you’ll find the best plant gifts for this exorbitant celebration. From moisture meters that literally screams when your plant needs to be watered, to a life-size replica of your favorite carnivorous plant, there’s sure to be a wacky plant gift that grabs your attention. Looking for serious gifts? Check out our list of Best 15 Gifts for Plant Parents! Of course, this list is meant as COMEDY and...