About Us
At TheGrowingLeaf, we believe every plant has a story, and every gardener deserves the right guidance to nurture it. Whether you’re an experienced grower or just starting your journey with houseplants, we provide clear, science-backed, and expert-reviewed gardening advice to help your plants thrive.
Our content is written and reviewed by horticultural experts with years of experience in plant science, care, and cultivation.
We cut through misinformation and provide practical, research-driven solutions to common plant problems—so you can confidently grow a lush, thriving indoor and outdoor garden.
Our mission is to help you grow healthier, greener plants.
We don’t just offer general plant care tips—we go deep into the science of plant growth, environmental adaptation, and troubleshooting. From selecting the perfect potting mix to diagnosing pests and diseases, our goal is to equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to succeed
Our Promise:
- Reliable & Practical: We provide fact-checked, experience-based plant care advice.
- Science-Driven: Our articles are grounded in horticultural research and best practices.
- Accessible & Engaging: Whether you’re a beginner or a plant enthusiast, we break down complex topics into actionable steps.
- Continuously Updated: As plant care knowledge evolves, so do we. Our content is routinely reviewed and improved to stay accurate and relevant.
Thank you for being here.
The GrowingLeaf Team
TheGrowingLeaf is an independent gardening website, founded by Dr. Moritz Picot in 2022. Our site is independently operated, ensuring we remain unbiased and committed to providing reliable, research-based plant care advice.
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TheGrowingLeaf is a community environment for all to grow and flourish, and we welcome you to join the fun! Read our articles, leave a comment, ask questions, and connect with other gardening enthusiasts in the community.
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If you have any questions or want to get in touch, feel free to reach out to us. You can email Moritz at [email protected] or contact our customer care team.
About Our Team
At TheGrowingLeaf, we have a growing team of gardening enthusiasts who share a passion for helping others turn their outdoor spaces into beautiful gardens and turn their indoor spaces into green wonderlands.
Dr. Moritz Alexander Picot
FOUNDER & CONTENT CREATOR
Dr. Moritz Alexander Picot discovered his love for gardening 25+ years ago. Inspired by his mother’s passion for tending to the garden, Moritz spent countless days in the family garden pulling weeds, transplanting young seedlings, pruning dead leaves, and more!
In 2022, Moritz decided to share his passion for horticulture with the world through TheGrowingLeaf. He has since written over 1,000 articles covering a wide range of horticulture topics.
Madison Moulton
GARDENING EXPERT, PROFESSIONAL EDITOR & WRITER
Madison is a professional editor and garden writer covering outdoors and lifestyle. She writes for digital and print publications and focuses on trends and developments in the garden industry.