Meredith Washburn Photo

09/09/2026

In my defense, I did look *first* 😚.
Has your wagon ever been overflowing with plants like this? It’s a vibe.

Plant Shopping | Houseplants | Greenhouse | Columbia Missouri

08/26/2026

Next up in our little googly-eyed houseplant series 👀: Rubber Plant Tineke!!!

This is one of my favorites - she loves lots of bright, indirect light, so think a bright window inside or a shaded outdoor porch during the warmer months! All that light helps her grow well and keep those beautiful creamy green + pink colors. Let the top 1–2 inches of soil dry out before watering again, then give her a good drink and let the extra water drain away. Fun fact…those pretty pink tones are often strongest on the newest leaves and soften as they mature.

Come out to Helmi’s and adopt one of our many varieties of rubber plants + trees!

& if you have a plant drawing or infographic request, drop it below so we can help you be successful with your plants at home!💚

08/19/2026

This is now how I spend my early mornings after Kit (our puppy) wakes me up at 5:30am every day 💀😂👀.

New little series incoming 👀🪴!!! We’re giving some of our favorite houseplants googly eyes and introducing them properly… from the tiniest little plants to the big statement-makers! First up: String of Pearls 💚 !!!! We’ll share what makes each plant special, what keeps it happy, and what will make it deeply offended - so hopefully you can have better success with them at home. And if there’s a plant you’ve always been curious about, drop it in the comments! We’ll take requests + answer any plant questions along the way ☺️ !!!

08/17/2026

i spent forever drawing these so pretend you have looked at them to make me happy 🙂!!!!

08/14/2026

Been having fun drawing for Helmi’s lately 🥲. Forgot how much I love designing and doing things other than just taking pictures. It’s bringing so much more creativity to the brainwaves 🫶🏼🥲🥰

The stars have spoken!!!! Find your sign, find your plant, accept your fate, and please direct all complaints to Minx or Mittens 🐱 (while they did not make the rules, they will absolutely judge your reaction, so be wary).

Which plant sign are you? Do you accept your fate?

08/11/2026

https://www.lulu.com/shop/meredith-washburn/pippen-in-the-big-city/hardcover/product-q6qv849.html?page=1&pageSize=4

If you were wanting a copy of my book, Pippen in the Big City:
Pippen isn’t convinced that moving to the big city of Chicago is a good idea. Strange sounds, towering buildings, big gusts of wind, and unexpected adventures await around every corner. With a little courage, curiosity, and help from his dad, Pippen discovers that sometimes the biggest changes lead to the sweetest surprises. Inspired by a very suspicious rescue pup, Pippen in the Big City is a charming picture book about finding home in unexpected places.

It's 33 pages all illustrated by me with a lot of time and love

08/10/2026

Photographed this beautiful wedding in Estes Park and I’m still not over how special this whole weekend was 💜. Lyns and I played golf together all through high school, she was babysat by my aunt, and we’ve known each other for a very long time. She also once hit me in the head with a golf ball in high school, but we’ve decided to forgive that and move on 😂! Hahaha. And then there’s Rachel, who is just the absolute perfect fit for her. Getting to photograph these two was so much fun…we even snuck in an extra sunrise adventure together. We hiked up a dog-friendly trail (which meant stopping to pet lots of pups along the way, obviously) and made our way to the top where they read their private vows to each other. None of us were adjusted to the altitude and we struggled a little 😂🤭 but we pushed through, made it to the top, and felt very accomplished about it. The whole weekend was just so full of love. It was incredibly special getting to see how loved Lyns and Rachel are, and their friends and families were truly the most wonderful people to spend the day with.

I had the best time and I’m so grateful I got to be a tiny little witness to these memories. Lyns + Rachel, thanks for having me…so happy for you both 💜

08/10/2026

Sharing my book again in case anyone wants the link to purchase a copy. A lot of love went into making this - it’s based off my very suspicious/anxious rescue pup, Pippen. I did all of the artwork myself so please be nice 🙈💜!

https://www.lulu.com/shop/meredith-washburn/pippen-in-the-big-city/hardcover/product-q6qv849.html?page=1&pageSize=4&fbclid=IwdGRjcATnD89wZG9mAWZkaWQWUMNtdL35QYNri5_akfvFYGrRzQHayWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR6ugLSUISdZFZRoaiRAMCiJEZOWusSbWB_9gzek_NTW2mItAtYp37pQFyXOXA_aem_xnxkXW3gnQzpqfc1DXjrGg

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Pippen isn’t convinced that moving to the big city of Chicago is a good idea. Strange sounds, towering buildings, big gusts of wind, and unexpected adventures await around every corner. With a little courage, curiosity, and help from his dad, Pippen discovers that sometimes the biggest changes lea...

08/09/2026

I published my first book a few days ago 🥲! If you’re interested in checking it out or purchasing you can go to this link:

https://www.lulu.com/shop/meredith-washburn/pippen-in-the-big-city/hardcover/product-q6qv849.html?page=1&pageSize=4

Pippen isn’t convinced that moving to the big city of Chicago is a good idea. Strange sounds, towering buildings, big gusts of wind, and unexpected adventures await around every corner. With a little courage, curiosity, and help from his dad, Pippen discovers that sometimes the biggest changes lea...

08/03/2026