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Tiny Plants: Discover the Joys of Growing and Collecting Itty-Bitty Houseplants
Longing to nurture your houseplant addiction without cramping your space or style? If you can't squeeze another giant leafy friend onto your plant shelf, author Leslie Halleck is here to inform you that tiny is the new BIG! In Tiny Plants, you’ll discover a fascinating array of perfectly petite houseplants you can collect and grow—in a minimal amount of space.
Yes, tiny plants are the ideal solution for plant keepers who don’t have much space, but even if you’ve got all the room in the world, their adorableness is reason alone to grow these mini wonders. These are the eternal puppies, kittens, and babies of the plant world—they never grow out of their cuteness because their genetics keep them itty bitty for their entire lives.
Beyond a few small succulents, most houseplant parents aren’t aware of the extensive array of tiny plants they can collect and display on windowsills, on tables and desks, and in terrariums.
Prepare for cuteness overload with:
Profiles of dozens of miniature houseplants, including aquatic, carnivorous, flowering, succulent, and tropical varieties
Detailed growing information and tips for success
A fascinating look at the botany of miniature houseplant varieties
Advice on how to stylishly display your tiny plant collection
How-to lessons on the basics of propagating mini houseplants to share with friends
Details on the best tiny houseplants for terrarium growing
From the sweet blooms of micro orchids and the soft, smooth texture of lithops, to the frog foot–shaped foliage of the creeping oak fig and the tiny orbs of the string-of-pearls, you'll fall in love with these little curiosities before you can say #plantnerd.
Yes, tiny plants are the ideal solution for plant keepers who don’t have much space, but even if you’ve got all the room in the world, their adorableness is reason alone to grow these mini wonders. These are the eternal puppies, kittens, and babies of the plant world—they never grow out of their cuteness because their genetics keep them itty bitty for their entire lives.
Beyond a few small succulents, most houseplant parents aren’t aware of the extensive array of tiny plants they can collect and display on windowsills, on tables and desks, and in terrariums.
Prepare for cuteness overload with:
Profiles of dozens of miniature houseplants, including aquatic, carnivorous, flowering, succulent, and tropical varieties
Detailed growing information and tips for success
A fascinating look at the botany of miniature houseplant varieties
Advice on how to stylishly display your tiny plant collection
How-to lessons on the basics of propagating mini houseplants to share with friends
Details on the best tiny houseplants for terrarium growing
From the sweet blooms of micro orchids and the soft, smooth texture of lithops, to the frog foot–shaped foliage of the creeping oak fig and the tiny orbs of the string-of-pearls, you'll fall in love with these little curiosities before you can say #plantnerd.
176 pages, Paperback
First published June 1, 2021
About the author
Leslie F. Halleck
6 books40 followersLeslie F. Halleck is a certified professional horticulturist (ASHS), and avid lifetime gardener, who has spent her 25+ year career hybridizing horticulture science with home gardening consumer needs. Halleck earned a B.S. in Biology/Botany from The University of North Texas and an M.S. in Horticulture from Michigan State University. Halleck's professional experience is well-rounded, with time spent in field research, public gardens, landscaping, garden center retail, and horticulture consulting and communications. Halleck currently runs Halleck Horticultural, LLC, through which she provides horticultural consulting, business, and marketing strategy, product development and branding, and content creation for green industry companies.
Halleck is an author, award-winning writer for industry and consumer publications, and columnist for GIE Media. Her previous positions include General Manager for independent garden center North Haven Gardens in Dallas, TX and Director of Horticulture Research at The Dallas Arboretum.
Her new book "Gardening Under Lights: The Complete Guide for Indoor Growers" can be pre-ordered now on Amazon, IndieBound, Books-a-Million, and Barnes & Noble, with release/shipping June 2018. She's currently working on a new book "Plant Parenting: Easy Ways to Make More Houseplants, Vegetables, and Flowers" for spring of 2019.
Halleck is an author, award-winning writer for industry and consumer publications, and columnist for GIE Media. Her previous positions include General Manager for independent garden center North Haven Gardens in Dallas, TX and Director of Horticulture Research at The Dallas Arboretum.
Her new book "Gardening Under Lights: The Complete Guide for Indoor Growers" can be pre-ordered now on Amazon, IndieBound, Books-a-Million, and Barnes & Noble, with release/shipping June 2018. She's currently working on a new book "Plant Parenting: Easy Ways to Make More Houseplants, Vegetables, and Flowers" for spring of 2019.
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June 11, 2021
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This was a charming little book. Chocked full of information, photos, and inspiration for creating your own army of tiny plants! 🌱 The book itself is broken up into the following chapters (The Botany of Tiny Plants, Collecting and Caring for Tiny Plants, Tiny Windowsill Plants, Tiny Plants under Glass (my favorite chapter), and Displaying Tiny Plants. And there are plenty of photos that keep things visually pleasing. This would definitely make a wonderful gift for any gardener! 🙌🏻
**ARC VIA NetGalley""
This was a charming little book. Chocked full of information, photos, and inspiration for creating your own army of tiny plants! 🌱 The book itself is broken up into the following chapters (The Botany of Tiny Plants, Collecting and Caring for Tiny Plants, Tiny Windowsill Plants, Tiny Plants under Glass (my favorite chapter), and Displaying Tiny Plants. And there are plenty of photos that keep things visually pleasing. This would definitely make a wonderful gift for any gardener! 🙌🏻
**ARC VIA NetGalley""
July 15, 2021
While this may be a book on growing tiny plants the book is big on wonderful information to get your small houseplant collection started or your existing one healthier.
Many tips on just what you need to grown specific types of miniature plants including types of water for specific plants,humidity level,light sources,specific types of soil, etc.
Very interesting and informative book I recommend.
Pub Date 01 Jun 2021
I was given a complimentary copy of this book. Thank you.
All opinions expressed are my own.
Many tips on just what you need to grown specific types of miniature plants including types of water for specific plants,humidity level,light sources,specific types of soil, etc.
Very interesting and informative book I recommend.
Pub Date 01 Jun 2021
I was given a complimentary copy of this book. Thank you.
All opinions expressed are my own.
March 12, 2021
This is a darling book that's packed with information, color photos (including lots of the author's own tiny plants), and inspiration. Truly everything you need to know and more, with all kinds of sweet, interesting, pretty and intriguing little plants and containers.
I read a digital temporary ARC of this book for review.
I read a digital temporary ARC of this book for review.
August 16, 2022
New favorite plant book! Filled with amazing photos and tons of good information! I actually think I will go out and buy a physical copy of this book because I loved it so much. Thank you NetGalley for the chance to read this
April 8, 2021
As a houseplant lover I was so keen to dip into this book - for obvious reasons. It didn’t disappoint. This is a wonderful guide to small houseplants, how to care for them and display them - it’s perfect for someone with limited space or looking to create a terrarium.
This book is detailed, and extremely well illustrated - the photography is spot on. It covers a wide range of plants including tropical varieties, succulents, flowering, aquatic, tiny orchids and ferns amongst others.
As a guide it covers the most important aspects any plant grower needs to consider, namely watering, feeding, lighting, containers, potting mix, humidity and the 101 other things a plant grower needs to consider to keep their plants healthy.
There’s so much to love in this book, it’s a visual feast for the plant lover. There’s information on how to source plants and their Latin names are provided which is so handy. The appendix is particularly useful. This is a great reference book.
I’ve given this book five stars as I don’t see how it could be improved. I have numerous books on styling and caring for plants and this would make a great addition to my collection. It’s a book I’d be happy to give as a present to anyone looking to expand their plant collection, or to someone just getting started with their plant family.
Disclosure: I received an e-arc at no cost from NetGalley and Cool Springs Press in return for an honest review.
This book is detailed, and extremely well illustrated - the photography is spot on. It covers a wide range of plants including tropical varieties, succulents, flowering, aquatic, tiny orchids and ferns amongst others.
As a guide it covers the most important aspects any plant grower needs to consider, namely watering, feeding, lighting, containers, potting mix, humidity and the 101 other things a plant grower needs to consider to keep their plants healthy.
There’s so much to love in this book, it’s a visual feast for the plant lover. There’s information on how to source plants and their Latin names are provided which is so handy. The appendix is particularly useful. This is a great reference book.
I’ve given this book five stars as I don’t see how it could be improved. I have numerous books on styling and caring for plants and this would make a great addition to my collection. It’s a book I’d be happy to give as a present to anyone looking to expand their plant collection, or to someone just getting started with their plant family.
Disclosure: I received an e-arc at no cost from NetGalley and Cool Springs Press in return for an honest review.
June 6, 2021
This is a marvelous book for plant lovers! While it is suitable for a houseplant beginner, I feel like a bit of experience growing houseplants could be useful when diving into this book- some tiny plants are easy to grow, but for the fussier ones, some experience will help. First, I'd like to say how much I love what a plant nerd the author is! I suppose that comes with the territory if you're a horticulturist. Her enthusiasm is infectious; she really makes you want to grow all the tiny plants, every one of them. Tiny plants do have their own needs, and you'll be well equipped to handle anything yours may need with this book. Halleck explains things very well, and in enough detail that you won't question if you're doing it right, with lots of photos to help you out. She also gives some really fun and snazzy ideas for decorating with your plants. I can't imagine a more complete or accessible book on the subject. A must for any houseplant enthusiast, whether you're a recent convert or an old hand at it!
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March 3, 2021
As a houseplant beginner, I very much appreciated the detail in which the author explained all the different aspects of what it can take to keep houseplants alive. Soil types, watering, propagating, and different types of living environments. It's an all-in-one reference guide to keeping not just tiny plants, but houseplants of all different sizes. It's packed full of useful information and pretty pictures too. I'd definitely keep this one on my shelf for reference whenever I get a new indoor plant.
April 4, 2021
Originally posted on my blog: Nonstop Reader.
Tiny Plants is a fun gardening guide with emphasis on the smallest houseplants and ways to display them written and presented by Leslie Halleck. Due out 27th April 2021 from Quarto on their Cool Springs Press imprint, it's 176 pages and will be available in paperback and ebook formats (ebook available now).
This is a well illustrated, specific, detailed, and appealing guide to culturing and succeeding with the tiniest plants. I was impressed by the broad range of plants the author has included. There are exotic and advanced plants (micro-sundews and lots of tiny tiny orchids) alongside the more expected succulents, teacup gesneriads (not just African violets, either), and ferns. The author gives specific information about light, feeding, potting mix, containers, siting, humidity, and all the other 1001 things which plants need to thrive.
In addition to the very good, very specific culture information, the book is absolutely full of eye-candy for home hobbyists. The photography and planting photos are clear and easy to follow. Plant information is provided with botanical (Latin) names as well as common names to make them as easy to source as possible. The author has included some useful appendices with links to supplies and plants as well as a cross-referenced index.
Four stars. I really enjoyed this one and recommend it unhesitatingly to indoor gardeners, garden groups, public or classroom library acquisition, or gifting to a plant lover.
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.
Tiny Plants is a fun gardening guide with emphasis on the smallest houseplants and ways to display them written and presented by Leslie Halleck. Due out 27th April 2021 from Quarto on their Cool Springs Press imprint, it's 176 pages and will be available in paperback and ebook formats (ebook available now).
This is a well illustrated, specific, detailed, and appealing guide to culturing and succeeding with the tiniest plants. I was impressed by the broad range of plants the author has included. There are exotic and advanced plants (micro-sundews and lots of tiny tiny orchids) alongside the more expected succulents, teacup gesneriads (not just African violets, either), and ferns. The author gives specific information about light, feeding, potting mix, containers, siting, humidity, and all the other 1001 things which plants need to thrive.
In addition to the very good, very specific culture information, the book is absolutely full of eye-candy for home hobbyists. The photography and planting photos are clear and easy to follow. Plant information is provided with botanical (Latin) names as well as common names to make them as easy to source as possible. The author has included some useful appendices with links to supplies and plants as well as a cross-referenced index.
Four stars. I really enjoyed this one and recommend it unhesitatingly to indoor gardeners, garden groups, public or classroom library acquisition, or gifting to a plant lover.
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.
April 8, 2021
Tiny Plants is probably the third book I have read by Leslie F. Halleck. She is truly an expert on house plants. This time she has turned our attention to the smallest of house plants. Some of these I knew, having grown some and tried to grow others. Still others were completely new to me.
As always there is much background given within the pages along with close up photographs. Through out the book individual plants are highlighted with a guide care. While all the information is needed I especially liked the skill level ability given as well as the listing of other tiny plants that grow the same way. That would easily make the pairing or grouping of these plants. I also liked the suppliers listed with their web sites. I appreciated the displaying of the plants chapter even though I was thinking of plants to use in a fairy garden.
While this book does not read like a reference book as such, it is interesting and helpful. A novice or skilled house plant grower would benefit from this book, especially since it turns your attention to lovely smaller plants.
The publisher through Net Galley provided a digital ARC. I have voluntarily decided to read and review, giving my personal opinions and thoughts.
As always there is much background given within the pages along with close up photographs. Through out the book individual plants are highlighted with a guide care. While all the information is needed I especially liked the skill level ability given as well as the listing of other tiny plants that grow the same way. That would easily make the pairing or grouping of these plants. I also liked the suppliers listed with their web sites. I appreciated the displaying of the plants chapter even though I was thinking of plants to use in a fairy garden.
While this book does not read like a reference book as such, it is interesting and helpful. A novice or skilled house plant grower would benefit from this book, especially since it turns your attention to lovely smaller plants.
The publisher through Net Galley provided a digital ARC. I have voluntarily decided to read and review, giving my personal opinions and thoughts.
April 11, 2021
Tiny Plants: Discover the joys of growing and collecting itty-bitty houseplants by Leslie F. Halleck
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group – Cool Springs Press
Genre: Home & Garden
Release Date: April 27, 2021
Tiny Plants by Leslie F. Halleck is a great resource for learngin more about tiny plants.
The photos are beautiful and the information is great! The book is broken up into 5 chapters: 1. The Botany of Tiny Plants; 2. Collecting and Caring For Tiny Plants; 3. Tiny Windowsill Plants; 4. Tiny Plants Under Glass; 5. Displaying Tiny Plants. There are also additional resources at the end of the book.
I'm so grateful to Leslie F. Halleck, Quarto Publishing Group – Cool Springs Press, and NetGalley for providing me with a free copy of this ARC ebook in exchange for my honest review.
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group – Cool Springs Press
Genre: Home & Garden
Release Date: April 27, 2021
Tiny Plants by Leslie F. Halleck is a great resource for learngin more about tiny plants.
The photos are beautiful and the information is great! The book is broken up into 5 chapters: 1. The Botany of Tiny Plants; 2. Collecting and Caring For Tiny Plants; 3. Tiny Windowsill Plants; 4. Tiny Plants Under Glass; 5. Displaying Tiny Plants. There are also additional resources at the end of the book.
I'm so grateful to Leslie F. Halleck, Quarto Publishing Group – Cool Springs Press, and NetGalley for providing me with a free copy of this ARC ebook in exchange for my honest review.
March 31, 2021
I was privileged to read this book before it was published (I was on the publication team). Leslie's book holds a unique place in the realm of houseplant books. This is the only one I've discovered that focuses on the world of miniature plants, and it thoroughly covers the origins and care of each. Ever since reading it, I've been on the lookout for tiny plants to add to my jungle. This is an friendly, informative book, and I highly recommend it to anyone interested in keeping houseplants, especially those who might not have the space for such plants as giant monsteras and philodendrons. I learned a lot about what species tend to be smaller and which specific cultivars to seek.
July 11, 2021
I received a copy of this book through the Amazon Vine program in exchange for an honest review.
This is a cool book!
Halleck walks us through various tiny plants and how to care for them and display them. She also highlights specific plants and how to take care of them indoors. There are beautiful pictures in the book of some very tiny plants! The book covers some unique house plants as well as carnivorous plants and others you can raise.
The book also includes information in the back on where to find some of these tiny plants. Overall an interesting look into the tiny plant world and how to care for them.
This is a cool book!
Halleck walks us through various tiny plants and how to care for them and display them. She also highlights specific plants and how to take care of them indoors. There are beautiful pictures in the book of some very tiny plants! The book covers some unique house plants as well as carnivorous plants and others you can raise.
The book also includes information in the back on where to find some of these tiny plants. Overall an interesting look into the tiny plant world and how to care for them.
July 6, 2021
Thanks to NetGalley and Cool Springs Press for an advanced readers copy in exchange for an honest review.
Great resource with lots of fun ideas to add more plants to your home. Highly recommend the book.
Great resource with lots of fun ideas to add more plants to your home. Highly recommend the book.
August 4, 2021
These plants are ridiculously adorable, and the book gives just the right amount of information on each. Includes tips for growing, difficulty of growing each plant, and general information on growing houseplants (particularly small ones).
April 24, 2021
Really nice for those wanting an introduction of a few plants and care of them in one book. Nice for those who do not want to take care of larger plants or work their way up. Nice jump off base.
November 16, 2021
Neat book with great information and inspiration.
January 26, 2026
If you love plants you will love this book it is adorable!!
Happy Reading 😉
Happy Reading 😉
April 2, 2021
What a lovely little book!
I chose TP because I’m a plant parent too, a hobby I picked up from my mom: her place is chock full of them, bought and rescued both – don’t ask – and every once in a while she knocks on my door with a grin and a new leafy baby.
Her thumb is greener than mine though, and I also have a cat. A young, bad-mannered cat whose motto is ‘I’ll feast on your bones the moment you look away’.
See where this is going?
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I chose TP because I’m a plant parent too, a hobby I picked up from my mom: her place is chock full of them, bought and rescued both – don’t ask – and every once in a while she knocks on my door with a grin and a new leafy baby.
Her thumb is greener than mine though, and I also have a cat. A young, bad-mannered cat whose motto is ‘I’ll feast on your bones the moment you look away’.
See where this is going?
[Keep reading @ Bookshelves & Teacups
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