JMHeatherly

01/14/2026

Aloe vera is one of humanity’s oldest plant allies, valued across continents for its ability to soothe, heal, and hydrate. Native to Africa and the arid regions of the Middle East, aloe’s story stretches back thousands of years—woven through ancient medicine, global trade routes, and modern science.

Aloe vera has been cultivated and traded for millennia across ancient Egypt (Kemet), Arabia, India, Greece, and later Rome through imperial trade networks. While its precise wild origin is debated, many researchers trace early cultivation to northeast Africa and the Cape Verde (Cabo Verde) Islands off Africa’s west coast. From there, aloe spread with human migration, pilgrimage, and commerce—thriving wherever warm, dry climates allowed…

https://medium.com/the-daily-cuppa-grande/aloe-vera-soothes-heals-skin-since-antiquity-a5ff42d09da6

01/03/2026

"See if your local public library or extension has seeds or starts to check out. Maybe a friend would offer cuttings to get you going. Sunlight from behind a window costs nothing, or LED light bulbs may be found for a few dollars."

Read “Clever Homemakers Make Their Homes with Plants“ by JM Heatherly on Medium: https://jmheatherly.medium.com/clever-homemakers-make-their-homes-with-plants-804dd1ea0699

10/27/2025

ZZ Plant Variegated | Rooted 4” Pot | Easy Indoor Houseplant | Live Tropical Plant from Eastern Africa | Low Light Tolerant | Beginner Frien

https://plantsbyjmh.etsy.com/listing/4387423682

🌱 Welcome to Plants By JMH! 🌱
Hey there! I'm JM Heatherly, and I'm passionate about growing food, sustainability, and sharing the joy of plants with others. I've cultivated a love for our sun-soaked companions with over a decade of experience in community gardening and expertise in propagation, hydroponics, soil science, and more.
Thanks to a friend who opened my eyes to the beauty of houseplants, I now run this Etsy shop where I ship thriving plants to happy customers all across the United States. Whether you're a seasoned planty person or just starting your jungle, we have something for everyone.
Choose this shop for gorgeous, darling plants that brighten your day, or a loved one's. Thank you! 🌿✨
https://linktr.ee/jonmheatherly

10/23/2025

Philodendron Burle Marx Variegated | Rooted 4” Pot | Easy Indoor Houseplant | Live Tropical Plant from Brazil | Beginner | USPS Shipping | local pickup $35 + t/s/h

https://plantsbyjmh.etsy.com/listing/1848566633

Philodendron Burle Marx Variegated is perfect for both beginners and seasoned plant lovers. Named after famous Brazilian landscape architect Roberto Burle Marx, this easy-care houseplant features glossy, heart-shaped leaves and is known for its crawling growth habit. This variegated cultivar displays aurea, lime, and dark green.

💖Care Instructions:
🌞Light - Bright to medium, indirect light
💩Soil - Mildly acidic, well-draining
💧Water - Once per week or when the soil is dry
🌿Fertilizer - During the warm growing season
🪴Container - Repot when the plant's size doubles
☠️Caution - Toxic to humans

10/22/2025

Want to start a small business or take yours to the next level? I now welcome commissions to build your social media marketing campaign.

With 19 years of experience since 2006, presence on 20+ networks, and a Coursera certificate, I'm uniquely qualified to help jump start your brand awareness online.

Certificate: https://www.coursera.org/account/accomplishments/verify/AX7ZXZU7S8W4

With my experience, I can guide you to the best networks for your goods and services. If desired, I know graphic designers who may also accept commissions for logos and beyond.

Email or direct message me for more info:

[email protected]

10/20/2025

Pilea Peperomioides | Friendship Plant | Rooted 4” Pot | Easy Indoor Houseplant | Live Plant from China | Beginner-Friendly | USPS Shipping $9.99

https://plantsbyjmh.etsy.com/listing/1834781346

Eastern Prickly Pear Cactus | Opuntia humifusa | Rooted Paddle 4” Pot | Live Tennessee Native Plant | Beginner-Friendly | USPS Shipping $9.99

https://plantsbyjmh.etsy.com/listing/1842179500

Philodendron Billietiae | Rooted 4” Pot | Easy Indoor Houseplant | Live Tropical Plant from Brazil | Beginner-Friendly | USPS Shipping $19.99

https://plantsbyjmh.etsy.com/listing/1845945678

Philodendron Joepii | Rooted 4” Pot | Easy Indoor Houseplant | Live Tropical Plant from French Guiana | Collector's Favorite | USPS Shipping $19.99

https://plantsbyjmh.etsy.com/listing/1852772187

Hoya Serpens | Rooted 4” Pot | Easy Indoor Evergreen Houseplant | Live Plant from the Himalayas | Fragrant Flowers | USPS Domestic Shipping $24.99

https://plantsbyjmh.etsy.com/listing/1852829439

Anthurium Clarinervium | Heartleaf Velvet Beauty | Rooted 4” Pot | Easy Indoor Houseplant | Live Tropical Plant from Mexico | USPS Shipping $24.99

https://plantsbyjmh.etsy.com/listing/1860137715

Microsorum Thailandicum | Indian Blue Oil Fern | Rooted 4” Pot | Iridescent Tropical Fern | Easy Indoor Houseplant | Live Plant from Southea $29.99

https://plantsbyjmh.etsy.com/listing/4387400172

Philodendron Burle Marx Variegated | Rooted 4” Pot | Easy Indoor Houseplant | Live Tropical Plant from Brazil | Beginner | USPS Shipping $34.99

https://plantsbyjmh.etsy.com/listing/1848566633

ZZ Plant Variegated | Rooted 4” Pot | Easy Indoor Houseplant | Live Tropical Plant from Eastern Africa | Low Light Tolerant | Beginner Frien

https://plantsbyjmh.etsy.com/listing/4387423682

72-Hour Uniheat Warm Pack – Add-On Only with Plant Order $3.99

https://plantsbyjmh.etsy.com/listing/1850260295

🌱 Welcome to Plants By JMH! 🌱
Hey there! I'm JM Heatherly, and I'm passionate about growing food, sustainability, and sharing the joy of plants with others. I've cultivated a love for our sun-soaked companions with over a decade of experience in community gardening and expertise in propagation, hydroponics, soil science, and more.
Thanks to a friend who opened my eyes to the beauty of houseplants, I now run this Etsy shop where I ship thriving plants to happy customers all across the United States. Whether you're a seasoned planty person or just starting your jungle, we have something for everyone.
Choose this shop for gorgeous, darling plants that brighten your day, or a loved one's. Thank you! 🌿✨
https://linktr.ee/jonmheatherly

10/03/2025

08/25/2025

New shop under development:
Darkapothecary.myshopify.com

Read stories on the list “The Dark Apothecary“ on Medium: https://medium.com//list/9bfa5544b2ff

Shopify provides a reliable Ecommerce platform so you focus on selling online! Integrated hosting, shopping cart and Ecommerce payment solution all in one!

06/27/2025

Buy this unique Crumbling Column Planter on my shop for $19.99 +s/h. It's a steal.

This Indoor Planters item is sold by PlantsByJMH. Ships from Murfreesboro, TN. Listed on Jun 2, 2025

06/14/2025

"Time seemed static as the vessel drifted aimlessly through the cosmos. Besides the star near where they wandered, speckles dotted the unfathomable distance. 'Twas akin to hovering near a candle in a humid cave — expansive yet breathtaking."

Read more from the “Hope for a New Home Series“ on : https://medium.com//list/c9d06382a3a2

06/12/2025

Childcare Collectives: a Modern Expression of Mutual Aid
https://open.substack.com/pub/jmheatherly/p/childcare-collectives-a-modern-expression?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android&r=rbcl

06/06/2025

Blessing Boxes: Mutual Aid in Our Communities Today
Find Out How These Simple Free Community Pantries Transform Neighborhoods and Promote Solidarity.

In neighborhoods across the country, small wooden or plastic cabinets known as "blessing boxes" quietly make a big impact. Blessing Box Global launched this initiative in 2018 to combat food and hygiene insecurity. Here’s their mission:

“We strive to fight food insecurity and the stigma around it through the use of Blessing Boxes. Sustained through community donations of food, and available to anyone in need, Blessing Boxes are passive and local systems through which people can get access to basic needs.”

Everyone feels inflation at the supermarket right now, not to mention housing prices and beyond. More accurately, corporations gouged prices so much that our budgets buy less than a third of what they did pre-pandemic.

So many folks have to do with less or go without these days, a symptom of how capitalism squeezes every ounce of profit from us. How do blessing boxes help people fill the gaps?

These simple structures, often resembling oversized birdhouses or little libraries, are filled with non-perishable food, toiletries, and other essentials, freely available to anyone in need. But beyond their immediate practical value, blessing boxes represent a powerful form of mutual aid, fostering solidarity and resilience in our communities.

https://jmheatherly.substack.com/p/blessing-boxes-mutual-aid-in-our