Plant Parenting After Dark: An Evening with the Bearded Plantaholic Arboretum Home & Garden Heaven

Plant Parenting After Dark: An Evening with the Bearded Plantaholic

Join Arboretum, Home & Garden Heaven, Leighlinbridge for an inspiring evening with Jonathan Paul Balchandani, better known as The Bearded Plantaholic. Dive into the fascinating world of rare and unusual houseplants, blending expert care tips with the humour and creativity that Jonny is known for.
He’ll share his insights on caring for rare plants, give a hands-on compost tutorial, and lead a floor walk showcasing some of his favourite indoor plants. The evening finishes with a relaxed Q&A and meet & greet — the perfect chance to chat, learn, and connect.
Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just starting out, this event promises to be both educational and entertaining — a must for anyone passionate about growing their own indoor jungle.

Where: Arboretum, Home  Garden Heaven Leighlinbridge, Co. Carlow
When: Friday, 28th November 2025
Itinery: Guests arrive from 6:30pm | Talk 7–8pm | Q&A & Meet & Greet until 9pm.

Cost: €30

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About Jonathan Paul Balchandani (The Bearded Plantaholic):

Jonathan Paul Balchandani, better known as The Bearded Plantaholic is one of the UK’s most recognisable and refreshingly unconventional voices in the world of indoor plants. A creative powerhouse with a background in international business, marketing, and media, Jonny has built a brand that fuses humour, education, and philosophy through the lens of houseplant obsession. He’s been featured multiple times on BBC Gardener’s World, BBC One’s Morning Live, and Channel 4’s One Question, as well as in LadBible, The Sun, The Mirror, and online publications including Outrageous Homes. His jungle-like home and dry, self-aware wit have earned him a devoted following under The Bearded Plantaholic, where plant science meets storytelling, sarcasm, and unapologetic honesty. Jonny regularly hosts sold-out workshops and guest talks across the UK, including events for the RHS, inspiring audiences to embrace the chaos and creativity of indoor jungles. He recently won a Silver Medal for his innovative indoor garden design at an RHS show and continues to push creative boundaries in the modern plant world. He’s also completed his debut book, set for publication in February 2026; a witty, level-based guide designed to help readers “level up” their plant care and become true jungle bosses. Jonny is also the creator of Plantstock, a plant sale turned mini-festival celebrating community, creativity, and chlorophyll, and has recently launched a sustainable collaboration with Ecotribo, limited edition recycled plant pots made from discarded UK fishing nets. His signature sign-off, “One love, tiny phone people,” perfectly captures his philosophy: stay grounded, laugh at yourself, and grow something green along the way.