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Can your living-room jungle pull double duty as a cash-generating rental business?
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Episode 3177
Décor trends cycle, but plants never really go out of style—and lately they’ve gone mainstream. From boho weddings to TikTok kitchen makeovers, statement greenery is everywhere. Big cities already have full-scale “plant staging” companies for hotels and office lobbies. But what about a smaller, boutique approach—renting a handful of rare plants to stylists, photographers, or event planners? Sofia’s collection is already drawing requests. Let’s find out if she—and anyone with a thriving plant shelf—can turn that interest into a steady side income."I never thought my hobby would turn into a business idea, but here we are. Over the years I’ve built up a personal jungle of rare and eye-catching plants—giant fiddle leaf figs, wild succulents, you name it. Recently, people have been asking if they can rent them for weddings, photo shoots, or influencer projects. That got me thinking: is there actually a market for renting out rare or decorative plants, or is this just a niche curiosity? And what would it take to turn it into a real, profitable side hustle?"Listen to today's episode to learn more...
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