How do plants grow in Antarctica?

The podcast explores how plants survive in Antarctica, focusing on the Antarctic hairgrass. It highlights the plant's adaptation to the harsh environment by growing among rocks for protection from freezing winds and relying on wind pollination instead of bees. The discussion also covers the Antarctic midge, the continent's largest land animal, which feeds on penguin poop, enriching the soil and aiding plant survival. The hosts explain how the hairgrass goes dormant in winter, surviving through strong underground roots that absorb melted snow and nutrients. The episode concludes with instructions on creating a moss terrarium, emphasizing the importance of shelter for plants and animals.