Plant Blindness vs. Tree Maximalists

Greta Johnsen talks with Caller Ben about plant blindness, the quiet magic of birch trees, and why his 9-foot houseplant basically counts as a pet. What You'll Hear: Plant Blindness, Explained: Ben breaks down why our brains are wired to notice movement over stillness, and why that leaves so many plants quietly unseen. Birch Trees and Golden Hour Light: Greta and Ben trade favorite trees, from towering Texas pecans to papery-barked birches, and talk about how light quietly shapes a whole day. The 9-Foot Dracaena: Ben introduces his towering, ornament-friendly houseplant, proof that sometimes the best pets have roots instead of paws. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Grandma's "wake" and giant succulents 01:39 Welcome, Caller Ben! 02:14 What is plant blindness? 13:00 Seeking out birch trees 17:49 Ben's Dracaena 21:26 Good nights!For the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.