Good Earth Plant Company

Spring Cleaning for Indoor Plants: Essential Care Tips

| March 17, 2025 | Categories: Blog, Good Earth Plant Company Tips, Indoor Plants, Newsletters, Plantscaping
House plant with wrinkled leaves.
Spring is a great time to give your indoor plants the refresh they need. Photo: Adobe Stock Spring is the season of renewal, making it the perfect time to refresh your indoor plants. Whether you have greenery in an office, hotel, lobby, or home, giving your plants a little extra care this season will help them thrive. Here’s how to give your indoor plants a fresh start with a simple spring-cleaning routine.  1. Dust and Clean Leaves Over time, dust can accumulate on plant leaves, blocking sunlight and reducing their ability to photosynthesize. Gently wipe leaves with a damp cloth or give them a quick spray down with water.… Read More

Biophilic Design: Lessons in Plantscaping from Southeast Asia

| February 25, 2025 | Categories: Architecture and Design, Biophilia, Biophilic Design, Blog, Living Walls, Nature and Wellbeing, Plantscaping
Jewel Changi Airport in Singapore. Photo: Mitch Miller A City Where Nature Takes the Lead Imagine a city where nature isn’t just a backdrop, but an integral part of the architecture—a place where living walls tower above bustling streets, serene indoor waterfalls enrich public spaces, and innovative designs inspire at every corner. Our Sales & Design team member, Mitch, got to experience just that on his trip through South Korea, Indonesia, and Singapore. He didn’t just return with photos—he came back with inspiration. His journey was a glimpse into the future of urban design. So, what can we learn from these cities, and how can we apply those lessons to our work at Good Earth Plant Company?… Read More

Living Art: An Alternative to Traditional Flowers

| February 12, 2025 | Categories: Biophilia, Biophilic Design, Blog, Good Earth Plant Company, Nature and Wellbeing, Office Design, Plantscaping
Valentine’s Day comes and goes, and so do those beautiful bouquets—one minute they’re bright and fragrant, the next they’re a sad, wilted reminder that love (or at least florals) is fleeting. But what if you could bring something into your space that lasts beyond a week? Something that continues to grow and change with time? That’s where living plant arrangements come in. They’re not just an alternative to cut flowers—they’re a lasting investment in beauty, nature, and well-being. The Problem with Cut Flowers Yes, roses are romantic. Lilies are lovely. But most cut flowers have a very short shelf life—typically 7 to 10 days—before they start turning into a science experiment in your vase.… Read More

Celebrating Growth: Our First Certified Plantscape Technician

| January 21, 2025 | Categories: Awards & Achievements, Biophilic Design, Blog, Good Earth Plant Company, Plantscaping
At Good Earth Plant Company, growth is something we celebrate, not just in our plants, but in the people who make our success possible. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce that our Service Supervisor, Cody Shough, has become our company’s first Certified Plantscape Technician through I-Plants Magazine. This milestone showcases Cody’s dedication to mastering the art and science of interior plantscaping, from plant care and installation to safety protocols and client interaction.  Good Earth Plants’ History of Expertise and Certification  At Good Earth Plants, certifications hold a special place. Since 1977, we’ve provided award-winning plantscaping service, setting the standard for excellence in the industry.… Read More

What Nature Teaches Us About Gratitude

| November 25, 2024 | Categories: Biophilic Design, Blog, Good Earth Plant Company, Newsletters
As Thanksgiving approaches, we reflect on the people, opportunities, and experiences that fill our lives with gratitude. At Good Earth Plant Company, working with plants every day reminds us that nature has so much to teach us about thankfulness and balance. 1. The Gift of Patience Nature operates on its own timeline, and it teaches us to slow down and trust the process. A tiny seed doesn’t become a tree overnight; growth takes time, care, and consistency. Plants remind us that good things are worth the wait and that small, steady efforts often lead to the most rewarding outcomes. In our fast-paced world, it’s easy to overlook the value of patience.… Read More

Embracing Fauxliage: The Benefits of Artificial Plants

| October 2, 2024 | Categories: Biophilic Design, Blog, Good Earth Plant Company, Moss Walls, Plantscaping
Good Earth Plant Company has once again caught the spotlight, earning recognition in an article by The San Diego Union Tribune titled “Decorating with Fauxliage”. The article explores the low-maintenance, hassle-free benefits of artificial plants, highlighting our commitment to enriching lives through the beauty of greenery.  Our president and owner, Jim Mumford, first connected with the article’s author, Caren Golden, years ago when we were first creating edible living walls for restaurants across the nation. While designing and maintaining living walls remains a vital part of our business, we’ve increasingly embraced projects that utilize replica plants and preserved moss.  As technology evolves, so does the quality of replica plants.… Read More

Drought-Resistant Plants: Green Solutions for Busy Lives

| September 10, 2024 | Categories: Biophilic Design, Blog, Good Earth Plant Company Tips, Plantscaping
Woman watering houseplant at home, closeup By Pixel-Shot
In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining lush, thriving plants can be a challenge, especially when it comes to keeping up with watering schedules. If you’re looking for a way to add greenery to your space without the stress of frequent watering, drought-resistant plants are the perfect solution. These hardy plants not only look great but also thrive with minimal care, making them ideal for busy lifestyles.   Why Choose Drought-Resistant Plants?  Drought-resistant plants are designed to withstand dry conditions, which means they can survive and thrive with less water compared to other plants. These resilient plants are perfect for those who may not have a green thumb or for anyone who’s simply looking to reduce the time spent on care.… Read More

Overcome June Gloom: Refresh With Green

| June 3, 2024 | Categories: Blog, Good Earth Plant Company, Green Roofs, Indoor Plants, Living Walls, Moss Walls, Plantscaping, Uncategorized
May Gray in full effect, pictured at the Japanese Friendship Garden
It’s that time again. The time when sunny San Diego braces for its annual retreat from the sun. When dark clouds bank the coastal landscape, tans fade, and moods go sour. It’s the time of the year when June Gloom has arrived.   While it might feel dreary outside, it’s the perfect time to bring bright vibes inside. Yes, we’re talking about plants and flowers (do we talk about anything else?). At Good Earth Plants, we specialize in “plantscaping”, offering a range of services that not only enrich lives, but also elevate your mood and improve your overall wellbeing.  The Power of Plants Plants may as well be superheroes.… Read More

Green TV Time: Jim Mumford on KLCS-TV Los Angeles

| December 1, 2021 | Categories: Architecture and Design, Biophilic Design, Indoor Plants, Living Walls, Media Coverage, Nature and Wellbeing
Looking over the KLCS camera crew's shoulder at the shot. Photo: Good Earth Plant Company
We’ve been sitting on this news for months. Just like kids at Christmas, the November 10 air date finally arrived for Good Earth Plant Company’s feature stories, and interviews on KLCS-TV show “Everybody with Angela Williamson.” KLCS -TV is a multiple Emmy Award-winning noncommercial PBS affiliate station, broadcasting to more than 15 million viewers in Los Angeles and Southern California. Eight million households per month, and one out of every 10 TV viewers in Southern California, watch KLCS. So you can imagine the excitement level about spreading the message about Good Earth’s mission to enrich peoples’ lives with plants. When KLCS host and producer Dr.… Read More

Take A Virtual Tour of the Good Earth Plant Company’s New Biophilic Warehouse

| November 3, 2021 | Categories: Biophilia, Biophilic Design, Good Earth Plant Company
Take a virtual tour of our brand new biophilic warehouse at Good Earth Plant Company.
After more than four decades, Good Earth Plant Company has a brand new 2,000 square foot working warehouse and workshop facility. It’s been on our wish list since we moved to our Kearny Mesa property in 1994. When I bought the property 18 years ago, there was a large, three-sided mechanic’s shed. It was torn down in 2007. Since that time, we used the old concrete floor as a large patio and created a “living lab” with examples of living walls. This is where the new warehouse sits.  We relocated our living walls and they continue to thrive. We’ll give you a tour in a future blog post.… Read More