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On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsRoot mealybugs: how to spot and prevent this hidden pestRoot mealybugs are the most underestimated houseplant pest of all - and you probably don't even know you have them. Here's my quick guide to dealing with these creatures. Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Follow Jane Perrone on TikTok: https://www...
2026-09-2513 minOn The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsBringing houseplants inside after summer? Remember the five Ps ...If some of your houseplants have been outside this summer it's time to start think about bringing them in. Feeling overwhelmed? I can help! Check out my five Ps of bringing plants inside after summer. Want to hear this podcast ad-free? Sign up for my Patreon now to unlock ad-free episodes, bonus episodes and much more! For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/bringing-houseplants-inside Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here.
2026-09-1835 minOn The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsWhat happens when you add animals to a terrarium?Jane Perrone talks with Adam Critien aka @earthchampion about the joys and challenges of keeping plants and animals under glass, from simple terrariums to more advanced vivariums and paludariums. Where do you start? What can go wrong? And why do animals add such interest when kept under glass with plants? Plus Adam talks about the award-winning show garden he built with Alina Hibbert at this year's RHS Malvern Show - Back to Grandma's House. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/animals-terrariums Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? J...
2026-09-1052 minOn The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 326: Planning your dream greenhouseWant to create your ultimate greenhouse without breaking the bank or making mistakes that harm your plants? Professional plant geek Leslie Halleck joins me to talk about her new book Home Greenhouse Revival: find out how to choose, site, and manage a greenhouse so it actually grows what you want, rather than becoming an expensive garden ornament or storage space. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/planning-dream-greenhouse Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge - patrons at the Ledge an...
2026-09-0441 minOn The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 325: Five things I'd do today to help your houseplantsFive tips to kickstart the back to school vibe in your houseplant collection. The main theme is a reset: it's time to look honestly at our collections and decide what is worth keeping and what is not. New mantra - quality not quantity! For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/houseplant-tips Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge - 30% off annual and monthly memberships until 8am BST on September 4 2026! Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my h...
2026-08-3124 minOn The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 324: A letter to my 12-year-old houseplant self'Dear Jane ... it's Jane here, your own good self checking in from four decades in the future.' If you could talk to yourself when you first started growing houseplants, what would you say? For full show notes visit http://janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/begonia-ladies-terrarium-goo Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l...
2026-08-2109 minOn The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 323: So you've been given a miniature rose... here's how to save it!How do you keep these tricksy plants alive indoors? With 100million+ mini roses sold every year, I am out to help save a few from the trash… and to tell you what plants to grow instead. For full show notes visit http://janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/miniature-roses Want to enter my giveaway for Scott Zona's online houseplant course? Patreon members go here: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge/posts/enter-now-for-to-166655730 And non-Patreon members visit Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DcBe8aviMe6/ Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge ...
2026-08-1430 minOn The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 322: Hop in the terrarium time machine… we're going back to the sixties!Come with me to Broad Chalke in Wiltshire on a sunny summer's day in the early 1960s as we explore SIr Cecil Beaton's Winter Garden at his home Reddish House. Want to see images of the Winter Garden at Reddish House? Start here. For images of how it looks today, check out this page, where you'll also see photographs of some of Beaton's famous friends at Reddish. Cecil Beaton produced some of the most iconic photography of the twentieth century. Learn more about his work here. Read more about Reddish House at Gardenista.
2026-08-0717 minOn The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 321: Peperomia variegation, a top-heavy Homalomena and a fern called Judyit's a Q&A special! I answer listener questions about the Terrarium Time Machine and its ferny inhabitant, why the watermelon Peperomia sports silvery marks and more. Timestamps 3:08 Judy, the fern icon 6:11 watermelon Peperomia variegation 14:58 Maggie needs more light 22:06 Norman the Dracaena and filtered water For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/your-questions-answered Want to ask me a question? Email ontheledgepodcast@gmail.com. The more information you can include, the better - pictures of your plant, details of your location and how l...
2026-07-3130 minOn The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 320: Houseplants that give me the ickI love houseplants, but I draw the line at these three. Find out which houseplants I really can't stand, and why! For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/houseplant-ick Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Follow Jane Perrone on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@j.l...
2026-07-1728 minOn The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsOTL reloaded - my top tips on how to give your houseplants a holiday outside this summerThis episode is a gem from the On The Ledge archive, first published during the Covid era as you'll see from the introduction. Want to give your houseplants a staycation outside? Here are my top tips on what you can put outside, what to watch for and what to do if you don't have any outside space. Plus I answer a question about moss poles and we hear from listener Sophie from Wales. For full show notes, visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/moving-houseplants-outside-summer Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.c...
2026-07-1036 minOn The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsOTL reloaded: Aroids with Dr Peter BoyceThis episode is a gem from the On The Ledge archive, first published in 2021. Aroid expert Peter Boyce joins me to discuss the newly-formed European Aroid Society, exciting new developments in the world of aroids and why you should never cut the roots off your Monstera! Plus I answer a question about potting plants with no drainage hole. For full show notes, visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/aroids-peter-boyce Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, m...
2026-07-0356 minOn The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsOTL reloaded: Weird Plants by Chris ThorogoodI'm taking a break until July 17 but while I am gone, I am bringing you three gems from the On The Ledge archive. The first is episode 71, first published way back in 2018, all about some of the odder houseplants in existence. Dr Chris Thorogood is a botanist at Oxford Botanic Garden with a clever sideline in painting brilliant pictures of the plants he loves and studies: his new book, Weird Plants, is a brilliant book for anyone who wants to delve a bit deeper into some of the strangest corners of the botanical world. I...
2026-06-2643 minOn The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 319: Under glass at London's Chelsea Physic Garden: a journey through 353 years of botanical historyJoin Emily Hazell, the curator of the Chelsea Physic Garden, as she guides us through the rich history and diverse plant collections of this historic London garden, including the tropical corridor, pelargonium house and the carnivorous plant collection. For full show notes including images of the plants we talk about, visit http://janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/chelsea-physic-garden Unlock ad-free episodes, bonus episodes and more by support On The Ledge on Patreon. There's an article for all members - including free ones - about repotting houseplants and what substrates to use to read right now! https:
2026-06-1951 minOn The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 318: How to use propagation to save your plants from disasterIf your plants are going through a rough patch, propagation can give them a new lease of life. Houseplant expert and hybridiser Lindsay Sisti (@alltheplantbabies) talks me through her plant renovation tips. This week's guest Lindsay runs a home-based nursery outside of Chicago, USA where she develop and propagates unique collector specimens. Check out her online plant boutique: alltheplantbabies.com. Lindsay's book The Ultimate Guide to Houseplant Propagation is out now. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/save-your-houseplants-propagation Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.c...
2026-06-1259 minOn The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 316: Deadly nightshade - as a houseplant?!Have you ever thought about growing deadly nightshade indoors? Me neither! But Kenny Moiane aka @ambientflora on Instagram is here to tell us all how it's done - and why we should be captivated by these incredible plants. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/poisonous-plants-indoors WARNING Poisonous plants deserve our respect and understanding. The information in this podcast is for entertainment only - please keep poisonous plants well away from children, pets and anyone who may not know the dangers of ingesting them. Seek professional medical help before using a...
2026-05-2943 minOn The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 315: The houseplants that stole the show at Chelsea 2026I visit Houseplant Studios at the Chelsea Flower Show and chat to some of the designers behind the plants. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/houseplant-studios-chelsea-2026 Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Follow Jane Perrone on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@j.l.perr...
2026-05-2052 minOn The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 314: Becoming a fulfilled plant person with Sydney Plant GuySydney Plant Guy aka Jan Gettmann joins me to talk about how to get the most out of houseplants - without the overwhelm, the excessive plant hauls and the pest infestation crashouts. For full show notes visit http://janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/becoming-a-fulfilled-plant-person Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone F...
2026-05-1558 minOn The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 313: Getting our hands dirty with terrariums - goo and begonias under glass with The Begonia LadiesI'm joined by The Begonia Ladies aka Ash (@begoni.ash on Insta) and Nina (@begonia_lady on Insta) to talk terrarium goo and begonias under glass. For full show notes visit http://janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/begonia-ladies-terrarium-goo Want to ask me a question? Email ontheledgepodcast@gmail.com. The more information you can include, the better - pictures of your plant, details of your location and how long you have had the plant are always useful to help solve your issue! Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out...
2026-05-0843 minOn The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 312: My houseplant hot takes - and they get increasingly unhingedOne houseplant podcaster (that's me!) pours the hottest of houseplant tea, in five perfectly portioned hot takes. And yes, they may well get slightly more unhinged towards the end. Come ride with me in my Terrarium Time Machine! For full show notes, visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/houseplant-hot-takes Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www...
2026-05-0134 minOn The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 311: Teeny Tiny Terrarium Plants - I choose my top fiveNeed teeny tiny plants for your terrarium? I've got you. I pick my top five plants that will fit into the smallest of glass containers. For full show notes visit www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/tiny-terrarium-plants Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Follow Jane Perrone on TikTok: https://www...
2026-04-2435 minOn The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 310: OTL sowalong - pollinating and growing Anthuriums from seed with The Plant ParlourGemma Haigh aka The Plant Parlour joins me to share her tips on how to pollinate and grow Anthuriums from seed, in the latest instalment of the OTL sowalong, my mission to get listeners growing houseplants from seed. Warning to listeners with children: this episode does not contain any swear words but discusses the sexual reproduction of plants, with a bit of sexual innuendo along the way. I'd say it's fine for teenagers and above, but parents, use your discretion! For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/anthuriums-from-seed Support On T...
2026-04-1733 minOn The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 309: Whimsical houseplantsFeeling drab? I name my top five whimsical houseplants to bring more joy into your life. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2026/3/31/whimsical-houseplants Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Follow Jane Perrone on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@j.l.perrone Join the Houseplant Fans of On The Ledge group on Facebook: https://www.f...
2026-04-1027 minOn The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 308: A sowalong quick-start, hairy Philodendrons and why your Calathea is miserableFor full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2026/3/31/episode-308 Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge From April 3 to 10 2026 use code OTLBACK to get 20% off an annual membership. Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Follow Jane Perrone on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@j.l.perrone Join the Houseplant Fans of On The...
2026-04-0332 min
The Billion Dollar Banker PodcastThe Happiness Formula: Why the Pursuit Is the PrizeSend us Fan MailMost people live by a broken formula — “Once I get this, I’ll be happy.” But what if happiness doesn’t live at the finish line... what if it lives in pursuit of the goal?In this powerful episode of The Billion Dollar Banker Podcast, host Nicole Perrone breaks down the psychology of fulfillment, the illusion of arrival, and why true joy comes from progress — not perfection.From Charlie Munger’s inversion method to B.F. Skinner’s “dehydrated horse” analogy, Nicole explores how pain, discipline, and consistent pursu...
2025-11-0315 min
The Billion Dollar Banker PodcastAdapt or Get Left Behind: Why Change Is the Currency of SuccessSend us Fan MailIn this powerful episode of The Billion Dollar Banker Podcast, Nicole Perrone dives deep into one of the most uncomfortable — yet essential — truths of life and business: change is non-negotiable.Why do some people and companies thrive while others fade into irrelevance? The answer is simple — adaptability.Nicole shares real-world examples from business history — like Blockbuster, Kodak, and Netflix — to illustrate how those who resist evolution get left behind. She also opens up about her own journey of transformation, walking away from what was safe to pursue what was right....
2025-10-2313 minThe Billion Dollar Banker PodcastThe Science of Luck with Nicole PerroneSend us Fan MailNicole Perrone explores the concept of luck, challenging the notion that it's purely random or mystical. She suggests that luck can be understood and harnessed through a combination of mindset, preparation, and action. Nicole introduces the idea that luck is a science, not just chance, and emphasizes the importance of being open to opportunities and taking initiative.Nicole references Dr. Richard Wiseman's research, which found that people who consider themselves lucky often have a different perspective, are open to new experiences, and notice opportunities others miss. She highlights the importance of...
2025-01-0413 minOn The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsTissue culture with Plants In JarsI find out more about the world of tissue culture with Laur of Plants In Jars, and I answer a question about sourcing an everfresh tree. Patreon subscribers at the Ledge End and Superfan levels can listen to more chat with Laur in my bonus podcast An Extra Leaf. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/houseplant-tips Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge - 30% off annual and monthly memberships until 8am BST on September 4 2026! Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the...
2023-09-2942 minOn The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsThe black olive/shady lady/Bucida buceras treeI find out about the indoor tree that's being marketed as 'the next fiddle leaf fig' with guest Joop Huner and find out what it needs to thrive. Plus I tackle a Peperomia question and we hear from listener Nicole. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/bucida-buceras-black-olive Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jane Perrone on Ins...
2023-09-1527 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsThe Chelsea flower show 2023I offer up my thoughts on the Chelsea flower show and answer a question about houseplant pests. Plus we hear from listener Ange in Australia. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/chelsea-flower-show-2023 Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.pe...
2023-05-2650 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsThe Chelsea flower show 2022I visit the Chelsea flower show and chat to the makers of the six Houseplant Studios about their creations, and we hear from listener Bas in the Netherlands. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/chelsea-flower-show-2022 Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.co...
2022-05-2754 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsRaid the recycling and help your houseplantsIt's Earth Day, so let's take a look at what you can find and reuse for your houseplants. Rifle through the recycling bin, search your kitchen cupboards and you'll find plenty of stuff you can press into service. Plus I answer a question about a droopy Alocasia and we hear from listener Natalie. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/houseplants-equipment Thanks to LAVA-LITE for sponsoring this week's episode. Find out more about their range of houseplant products derived from volcanic deposits here. Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, L...
2022-04-2229 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsSowalong 2022 - cacti and succulents from seedI launch the On The Ledge sowalong 2022 and talk to cacti and succulent expert Ian Thwaites about sowing cacti and succulents from seed; plus the Q&A talks about a companion plant for a Monstera, and we hear from Craig (aka @scottishplantdad on Insta) in Meet the Listener. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/otlsowalong-cacti-succulents Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants an...
2022-02-1839 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsAnthuriumsI talk to Mark Lashmar aka @your.babylon about his collection of Anthuriums, and I answer a question about plants for a south-facing bay window. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/episode-209-anthuriums Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l...
2022-02-1138 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsFestive plants Q&AI answer a raft of festive plant queries, and we hear from listener Sally. For full show notes, visit www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/festive-plants-questions Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Follow Jane Perrone on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@j...
2021-12-1631 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsCactus talk with Ulrich HaageI talk cacti and succulents with Ulrich Haage of German cactus nursery Kakteen Haage, plus I answer a question about chopping a Monstera. For full show notes visit http://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/german-cactus-ulrich-haage Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone ...
2021-12-0951 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsThripsGot thrips? You need to listen to this episode! I am joined by entomologist and thrips specialist Professor William Kirk to talk about these houseplant pests. Plus I answer a question about a plant damaged by a cat. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/thrips Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here....
2021-11-2544 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsA visit to the Millennium Seed BankThe Millennium Seed Bank holds a treasure trove of plant genetic material from around the world, including many of our favourite houseplants: I headed into the vault to find out how and why seeds are banked. Plus I answer a question about 'stuck' aroid leaves. For the show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/millennium-seed-bank Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant c...
2021-11-1743 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsJewel orchidsI talk all things jewel orchid with London-based grower Reshma Lobo aka @uglyplanting, plus I answer a question about combination planting in expanded clay pebbles. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/jewel-orchids Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.pe...
2021-11-1050 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsQ&A specialI answer questions on everything from growlight use in winter to the mysterious everfresh tree, and we hear from listener German. For the full show notes, visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/episode-201-listener-questions Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone ...
2021-11-0140 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 193: aroids with Peter Boyce Aroid expert Peter Boyce joins me to discuss the newly-formed European Aroid Society, exciting new developments in the world of aroids and why you should never cut the roots off your Monstera! Plus I answer a question about potting plants with no drainage hole. For the full show notes, visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/aroids-peter-boyce Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a...
2021-07-2355 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsHouseplants and mental healthPlants can boost your mental health - but it's easy to let your leafy obsession tip over into a damaging habit that impacts your wellbeing. I chat to Mental health nurse Amy March about how to deal with houseplant overwhelm, whether plant bans are a good thing, and how to develop healthy houseplant buying habits. Plus we hear from listener Ana Cristina and I answer a question about a bird's nest fern. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/houseplants-mental-health Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at...
2021-07-1649 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 191: A visit to aroid addict Tony Le-Britton, aka @notanotherjungleI meet Tony Le-Britton, the aroid grower extraordinaire known for his Insta account @notanotherjungle, at his home in Northamptonshire. Plus I answer a question about a wayward Hoya. For full show notes visit www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/aroids-notanotherjungle Support On The Ledge on Patreon to unlock exclusive content and ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.pe...
2021-07-091h 21
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 182: Perrone's plant pet peevesFrom succulents in terrariums to indoor olive trees, I get a few houseplant-related rants off my chest. Plus we hear from listener Jami. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2021/4/21/episode-182 Want to hear this podcast ad-free? Sign up for my Patreon now to unlock ad-free episodes, bonus episodes and much more! Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.pe...
2021-04-3040 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 181: moth orchid rescue with Terry RichardsonMoth orchids looking miserable? Want to get your Phalaenopsis to rebloom? Terry Richardson (aka The Black Thumb) joins me to answer all your orchid rescue questions: plus I answer a question about plants that can hold their own in a loft space. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/phalaenopsis-moth-orchid-rescue Want to hear this podcast ad-free? Sign up for my Patreon now to unlock ad-free episodes, bonus episodes and much more! Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Ho...
2021-04-2356 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsIndonesian houseplant culture with Youtuber OnlyplantsThis week Jakarta-based YouTuber and prolific grower Sean William Salim joins me to talk about plant culture in Indonesia, and we say hello to Ray from South Korea in Meet The Listener. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2021/4/16/episode-180-indonesian-houseplant-culture-with-youtuber-onlyplants Want to hear this podcast ad-free? Sign up for my Patreon now to unlock ad-free episodes, bonus episodes and much more! Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jan...
2021-04-1645 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsBiological controls part twoListen to the second part of my interview on biological controls for pests, plus I answer a question about an Oxalis and give an update on the sowalong, and we hear from listener Tate. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2021/3/12/episode-177-biological-controls-pests Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Ja...
2021-03-1842 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsBiological controls part oneI'm joined by two biological control experts to tackle your questions about dealing with infestations on your plants. Plus I answer a question about a droopy prickly pear, and we hear from a seven-year-old fan of the show in Meet The Listener. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2021/3/1/episode-176-biological-controls-pests Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in...
2021-03-1238 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsHoyas and more with Ellen ZachosGarden writer and podcaster Ellen Zachos joins me to talk about our favourite Hoyas, plant tattoos and the future of houseplants. And I answer a question about plants to place next to a heater. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2021/3/1/episode-175 Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jane Pe...
2021-03-0543 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 173: plants behind glass at HidcoteI'm joined by Lottie Allen, head gardener at Hidcote in the Cotswolds, England, to learn about growing plants behind glass at this famous Arts and Crafts garden. Plus I answer a question about untangling a string of hearts, and we get a sowalong update. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2021/2/9/episode-173-inside-the-hidecote-plant-shelter Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant c...
2021-02-1249 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsYour sowalong questions answeredThe On The Ledge sowalong is an annual podcast project encouraging listeners to sow and grow houseplant seeds: in this episode I answer some of the questions raised by listeners eager to take part. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2021/2/5/epiosde-172-your-sowalong-questions-answered Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jan...
2021-02-0534 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsHumidityMoisture in the air helps keep many houseplants healthy, but how do we know how much humidity our plants need? Kevin Espiritu and Jonathan Jarry join me to explore the misty world of humidifiers. Plus we hear from listener Teagen in Meet The Listener. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2021/1/20/episode-171 Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in...
2021-01-2936 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 170: sowalong and plant chatIt's time to sow some seeds and shoot the breeze about Hoya trends in this episode; plus I answer a question about two very similar-looking variegated houseplants: one rather rarer than the other. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2021/1/8/episode-170 Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jane Perrone on...
2021-01-2254 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsCactus and succulent poaching - what you need to knowRare cacti and succulents are being ripped out of the ground and sold illegally all over the world. Dr Jared Margulies of the University of Alabama joins me to discuss the issue of plant poaching: from what to look for when you're buying rare succulents, to who is behind the illegal trade. And I answer a question about storing Xanthosoma corms. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2021/1/8/cactus-succulent-illegal-poaching Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out Th...
2021-01-1649 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsOn The Ledge quiz answersFind out how you scored in the On The Ledge quiz as Jane reveals the answers. Check out the questions and answers in full at https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/12/14/plant-quiz-aloe-vera Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Follow Jane Perr...
2020-12-1904 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 168: a planty quiz, plus Aloe vera adviceI test your planty podcast knowledge in an On The Ledge quiz, plus I answer a question about an Aloe vera and we meet Alannah in Meet the Listener. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/12/14/plant-quiz-aloe-vera Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.in...
2020-12-1829 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 167: springtails and swiss cheese plantsI explain why springtails are nothing to be afraid of, and I explain how to take cuttings of the swiss cheese plant, Monstera deliciosa. Plus we hear from listener Jonathan in Meet the Listener. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/11/20/episode-167-springtails-monstera-cuttings Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Ja...
2020-12-1131 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsIKEA greenhouse cabinetsFind out how to turn a glass cabinet from IKEA into a stylish indoor greenhouse with my guests Camila Lohr and Vinny Araujo, plus I answer a question about preventative pest control and we hear from listener Zoe in New Zealand in Meet the Listener. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/11/20/episode-166-ikea-greenhouse-cabinet Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my hou...
2020-12-0435 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsPlants and poses with Travis CooperMy guest this week is Travis Cooper aka @plantsdecoop, creator of #PlantsNPoses on Instagram: we cover everything from plant purges and the best Anthuriums for newbies to the power of creativity and the joy of tapping into our childhood playfulness. I also answer a question about choosing a new home with your plants in mind. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/11/20/episode-164-travis-cooper-plantsdecoop Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Le...
2020-11-2051 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsIntroducing the On The Ledge manifestoIn this milestone 150th episode, I lay out my manifesto for On The Ledge and answer a question about growing tomatoes, plus we meet listener Lydia and look back at some highlights from the last 50 episodes. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/7/19/episode-150-the-on-the-ledge-manifesto Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Ja...
2020-08-0734 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsMealybugsMealybugs are one of the most common and hard-to-treat pests you'll encounter as a houseplant grower, so it's high time we devoted a whole episode to these furry terrors! I interview entomologist Dr Raymond Cloyd to find out what they are and how to get rid of them. Plus, I answer a question about a droopy Calathea. For full show notes, visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/6/2/episode-143-mealybugs Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Dea...
2020-06-0540 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsLeaf botany part one - shapeEver wondered why the leaves of your houseplants are different in shape? Professor Enrico Coen of the John Innes Centre joins to me to explain. I co-opt Stephen of the Plant Daddy podcast to help me answer a question about a Nepenthes, and we meet listener Mikaela. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/5/29/episode-142-leaf-botany-part-one-shape Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my h...
2020-05-2940 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsMaria Failla of Bloom and Grow RadioI chat to fellow houseplant podcaster Maria Failla about life under lockdown in New York and how her podcast Bloom & Grow Radio began, plus I answer a question about the begonia vine, Cissus discolor. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/4/24/episode-137-maria-failla-bloom-and-grow-radio Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jan...
2020-04-2443 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 119: how to give your houseplants a health checkOne of the best things you can do this winter is give your houseplants a health check: I explain how it's done. Plus I answer a question about what to do with fallen leaves, and we discuss developments in OTL's quest for a monstera emoji with my assistant Kelly Westlake. And we meet listener Nick. See full show notes here: https://is.gd/8Xgb4n Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of t...
2019-12-0635 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 118: surviving winter, with the Arctic GardenerFind out how to help your houseplants survive 'the death months' with Anders Røyneberg, aka the Arctic Gardener. And I answer a question about how to keep carnivorous plants happy when you can't get hold of rainwater. For full show notes, visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/winter-houseplants Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here....
2019-11-2937 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsGrowing herbs indoorsI talk to YouTube gardening sensation Huw Richards about growing herbs indoors and answer a question about a Dracaena that's receiving unwanted attention from a pet. Plus a bonus bit of seed sowing for the OTL sowalong. See full show notes here: https://is.gd/0bfSCw Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jan...
2019-04-2647 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsFertilisers for houseplants plus OTL sowalong part fourFrom tablets to foliar sprays, choosing what products to use when you fertilise houseplants can seem like a bit of a minefield. Leigh Hunt, the RHS's principal horticultural advisor, joins me to explain why we need to feed houseplants in the first place, what they need and how to decode those numbers on the back of the packet! Plus I answer a question about aquascaping soil and bring you part four of the On The Ledge sowalong, looking at what to do once your seedlings have emerged. See full show notes here: https://is.gd/s2C6...
2019-04-0542 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsOTL houseplant sowalong part threeThis week is an On The Ledge sowalong extravaganza! We're now getting to the nitty gritty - the actual seed sowing bit - so my dog Wolfie and I are off to my potting shed to see what's sprouting there, plus I have special guest Robert Pavlis to answer a question about using wood ash on houseplants. See full show notes here: https://is.gd/7b31j7 Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Le...
2019-03-2938 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsAfrican violets with Annie RieckAfrican violets have been loved and nurtured by generations of houseplant growers, but they've got a reputation as plants that our grandparents love to grow: cute, maybe, but not cool. That's changing, though. Many of us are (re)discovering that African violets make wonderful houseplants! And now there's more choice than ever before, as breeding programmes have created a rainbow of flower colours and styles, variegated leaves, tiny teacup plants and huge dinnerplate-sized ones. I talked to African violet grower and show judge Annie Rieck about why she loves these plants, and how to grow...
2019-03-2153 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsHouseplant styling with Rob StacewiczRob Stacewicz's London home is stuffed with gorgeous houseplants, but most of them are planted in groups. He gives me a tour, and explains why planting more than one specimen in the same container really works. Plus I answer a question about a bird of paradise. See full show notes here: https://is.gd/qqBiNZ Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Hous...
2019-03-0844 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 85: forest cacti part two - propagation, plus Rhipsalis, Lepismium and HatioraForest cactus expert Mark Preston returns to talk about propagation, plus Hatiora, Lepismium and Rhipsalis. And I answer a question about getting hold of that must-have plant, Christia obcordata aka the butterfly plant. See full show notes here: https://is.gd/bNu9MS Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jane Perr...
2019-03-0130 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsForest cacti part one: Easter, Christmas and Thanksgiving cactiI am joined by epiphytic cactus expert Mark Preston to talk about how to take care of Christmas, Easter and Thanksgiving cacti, aka Schlumbergera and Rhipsalidopsis. And I answer a question about baby spider plants. See full show notes here: https://is.gd/aBa3Qn Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Follow Jane Per...
2019-02-2233 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 83: Scott Cain of @BoysWithPlants and @TropicalocoI talk to Scott Cain of Instagram accounts @tropicaloco and @boyswithplants about his houseplant collection, his new book and what it's like keeping a whole forest of foliage plants alive on an Australian balcony. And I answer a question about a Monstera with dodgy leaves. See full show notes here: https://is.gd/G3kQVX Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Hou...
2019-02-0743 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 82: growing hoyas (aka the wax plant)Hoyas are shooting up the popularity charts, and so they should: these climbing and trailing vines have lovely foliage and flowers that are otherworldy and sometimes heavenly scented. Doug Chamberlain of Vermont Hoyas joins me to discuss his collection, his favourite species and how to care for these enchanting plants. See full show notes here: https://is.gd/vmC7sI Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on ho...
2019-02-0142 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsBotanical Latin, explainedZZ plant or Zamioculcas zamiifolia? Botanical Latin can seem like a confusing alphabet soup that's hard to say and even harder to figure out. But I love learning about the Latin names of houseplants, because there's always something to learn about the history of the plant, who brought it into cultivation and what it looks like. With the help of guests John Wright and Daniel Sparler, this episode helps to demystify botanical Latin, explain why it's important, and set you on the road to becoming a scholar of plant taxonomy - the science of naming plants. See...
2019-01-2528 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsHouseplant trends in China, Thailand and Japan with Michael PerryMichael Perry aka Mr Plant Geek joins me to share some of his insights into the houseplant scene in China, Japan and Thailand, from how much you'd pay for a 6ft Adenium in Thailand to how the Chinese are marketing houseplants to children. Plus I answer a jaw-dropping question from a listener who has a peace lily that's anything but peaceful… See full show notes here: https://is.gd/mIgKrc Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of D...
2019-01-1836 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsGadgets for houseplant lovers and a Q&A specialOne of the boons of indoor gardening is that this hobby really doesn't necessitate a lot of kit: a watering can, some pots and some potting mix will get you started. But as your plant obsession grows, there are some gadgets that will help to keep your leafy charges happy and help you deal with routine maintenance. In this episode I highlight some of the gadgets I have found useful, from soil moisture testers to hand lenses. And I answer three questions: one about Calatheas, another on Aloe vera and a final one about variegation in Monsteras. ...
2019-01-1132 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsHouseplant hoardingWe've all been there: the moment when that must-have houseplant leaps off the shelf and into your basket (real or virtual) and you have absolutely no idea how you are going to fit it into your home. In this episode I hear from a couple of listeners - Ehren Wessel and Letty Reynaldo - about their plant addictions, and I chat to hoarding expert Jo Cooke about how to know if you have a problem with hoarding houseplants, and what you can do to improve the situation. See full show notes here: https://is.gd/qNFPjY
2019-01-0424 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsCoral-coloured houseplants, festive care tips, and a look ahead to 2019As it's the final episode of the year, I thought I'd have some fun and discuss some of the houseplants that embody the Pantone colour of the year for 2019, 'living coral'; plus I offer up some festive houseplant care tips and talk about what's coming up in 2019 on the podcast. See here for full show notes: https://is.gd/8Kvss0 Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on ho...
2018-12-2121 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsHow to take great photos of your houseplantsWhether you're keeping records of houseplants' growth or showing them off on social media, taking photographs indoors can be tricky. I speak to three plant photographers to find out their top tips on lighting, framing and focusing your shot - and learn about some simple, inexpensive pieces of kit that can help you up your game. Plus - I answer a question about a Philodendron 'Pink Princess' that's letting its name down by being anything but pink. See full show notes here: https://is.gd/bpQaQL Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch a...
2018-12-1539 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsDo houseplants clean the air?You've read the headlines, but do houseplants really clean the air in your house? A Nasa study from decades ago is the oft-cited authority on the subject, but surely there must be some more recent research into the topic? Thankfully, the answer is yes. Curtis Gubb is in the final year of a PhD at the University of Birmingham. He's working on a project to discover whether houseplants really do have a positive effect on air quality, working in partnership with the RHS. I chatted to him about his research findings so far, and found out a b...
2018-12-0735 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsAquascaping with George FarmerProfessional aquascaper George Farmer turned his hobby into a successful career, becoming one of the stars of the aquarium scene. I visited his home in Cambridgeshire to find out where it all began, get some tips on how to get started with your first underwater landscape, and how his love of aquascaping helped him deal with PTSD in the wake of his previous career in active service as an RAF bomb disposal operative. See here for full show notes: https://is.gd/Jc1QWB Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad...
2018-11-3043 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsDutch houseplant adventures part twoI recently visited the Netherlands as a guest of The Joy of Plants; last week's episode covered my trip to the Flora Holland show, and this week I'm talking about the plants I saw at the three nurseries we visited the following day - Amstel BV, Ubink and Vireo. James Wong was there too so we got to geek out over houseplants together - fun! See full show notes here: https://is.gd/JPo3hS Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/on...
2018-11-2339 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsDutch houseplant adventures part oneI recently visited the Netherlands as a guest of The Joy of Plants; it was an informative and fun trip, and a brilliant opportunity to understand the fascinating world of Dutch ornamental plant production. This week I'm talking about the plants I saw at the Flora Holland trade show during day one of the visit - next week I'll cover the greenhouse growers we visited. Former OTL guest (I think we can now call him a regular…) James Wong was there too so we got to geek out over houseplants together - fun! See full show notes he...
2018-11-1627 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsWeird Plants by botanist Chris ThorogoodHouseplants are all weird and wonderful, but there are some that outdo the rest for their ability to surprise us. Dr Chris Thorogood is a botanist at Oxford Botanic Garden with a clever sideline in painting brilliant pictures of the plants he loves and studies: his new book, Weird Plants, is a brilliant book for anyone who wants to delve a bit deeper into some of the strangest corners of the botanical world. In today's episode I find out from Chris why engineers are studying the slippery qualities of Nepenthes pitchers, which creature uses Low's...
2018-11-0941 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsOTL at the RHS London Urban Garden ShowI normally record On The ledge in my pyjamas with an unwashed face and a mug of tea at ten o'clock at night, so last Friday it was rather a novelty to be at the RHS halls in London, fully dressed and mostly clean, with a cocktail in my hand, recording an episode of On The Ledge in front of a live audience. My guests were Alys Fowler, Birmingham-based gardener, garden writer and author of houseplant book Plant Love, and London-based horticulturist and garden designer Rob Stacewicz, both fellow plant addicts: I talked to Rob about his...
2018-11-021h 07
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsJane Perrone's houseplant tour part twoIf you've listened to episode after episode of me talking about my plants, and have wondered exactly what my plant collection looks like, now is your chance. (I did do a kitchen houseplant tour back in episode 38 but lots of plants have been moved since then…) In this episode I offer up a tour of my kitchen and half of my sun room plants, and you can watch a video on YouTube as well as listening to an audio account here. See here for full show notes: https://is.gd/ETbQKX Want to un...
2018-10-1934 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsPreparing your houseplants for winterIt's the time of year when we do the houseplant shuffle - that desperate effort to get all the houseplants safely inside before they are ripped apart by winter winds or rendered crinkly with an overnight frost. In this episode I demonstrate how I get a plant ready to come inside, and talk to Norwegian nursery owner and houseplant collector Tommy Tonsberg about how he gets his plants through the long winter. See full show notes here: https://is.gd/W9TYIX Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon a...
2018-10-1230 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsHouseplant propagationYou've gathered an awesome collection of houseplants, learning how to care for each and every one (with a few casualties along the way!) but what next? Propagation - the art and science of making more plants from the ones you already have - is a great way of getting to know your plants better, bulking up your collection and providing gifts for friends and family. I interview Rose Ray and Caro Langton of green interiors firm Ro Co about their new book Root, Nurture, Grow. See full show notes here: https://is.gd/Z6pqKf
2018-09-2839 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 65: moth orchids aka PhalaenopsisPhalaenopsis orchids are the most ubiquitous of flowering houseplants: love them or hate them, you can't escape their good qualities, from their ability to survive in the home to the long-lasting flowers. In this episode I gather the best care tips for your moth orchids, decode all the Phalaenopsis jargon and find out whether you really do need to water these plants with ice cubes (spoiler alert: the answer is no). See full show notes here: https://is.gd/1Debhs Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://w...
2018-09-2152 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 64: Darryl Cheng aka House Plant JournalDarryl Cheng - timelapse photographer extraordinaire, Instagram maven and houseplant doctor - is my guest this week. We discuss everything from why instructions to grow a plant in 'bright indirect light' don't really help houseplant growers with the dangers of anthropomorphising plants. See full show notes here: https://is.gd/eO4Bqd Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gard...
2018-09-141h 00
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsPalmsPalms are one of the most enduringly popular houseplants: stars of the Victorian glasshouse, darlings of the art deco hotel dining room and now denizens of terrariums and terraces alike. This week's episode looks at some of the most commonly available palms to grow as houseplants, finds out how to look after them, and investigates some of the more unusual members of the clan. My guest, botanist Scott Zona, is a Miami, Florida-based palm expert. See full show notes here: https://is.gd/1OuiKM Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my...
2018-09-0742 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 62: Coleus'Campfire' ... 'Spiced Curry' ... 'Alabama Sunset' ... 'Dipt in Wine' ... no, I am not reminiscing about my summer holiday, I am of course talking about varieties of the fantastic plant that is the Coleus. I was once rather dismissive of these plants, but in recent years I've come to realise how wrong I was. Dr Hessayon calls Coleus 'the poor man's Croton' and he's right - they are a lot cheaper and easier to grow! They come in a fascinating range of shapes and colours, from 'Dark Chocolate' to 'Pink Chaos' Many people treat them as annuals, and they a...
2018-08-3143 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsGrowlights with Leslie HalleckLeslie Halleck's book Gardening Under Lights (published by Timber Press) is a really welcome book for those of us who haven't fully dipped our toes into the confusing world of artificial light for our plants. In this episode, I find out about what kind of light houseplants need, investigate the pros and cons of the difference types from LECs to LEDs and beyond, and discuss how cannabis growing fits into the picture. I also find out whether you need to invest in a light meter, whether IKEA's LED offering is worth a look, and whether it...
2018-08-2441 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 60: Nepenthes with Domonick GravineCarnivorous plants don't get more colourful, clever and downright dramatic than the tropical pitcher plants, aka Nepenthes. Domonick Gravine, founder of Nepenthes nursery RedLeaf Exotics, has been running his business for about 18 months now, bringing Nepenthes to a whole new generation of growers. I talk to him about his favourite plants and how to care for them. See full show notes here: https://is.gd/ZRrPLi Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Pla...
2018-08-0326 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 58: indoor fernsFerns. Love them, hate them, want them to go away and stop taunting you with their crispy leaves? This week I am attempting to give serial fern killers hope by discussing some tips and tricks to keep ferns happy, interviewing someone who's got their fern game sorted, and naming some of the species I find just that bit easier to keep alive. See full show notes here: https://is.gd/hw6vGr Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The...
2018-07-2032 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsQuick wins for indoor ediblesI've come to a bit of a standstill this week: I don't know if it's the heatwave the UK has been going through, the pressure of making a weekly podcast or England's exit from the World Cup, but it's left me feeling rather weary. So I thought I'd dedicate this episode to some really quick and easy projects for indoor growers that take two to five minutes to complete, and (mostly) use items that you may well have in your storecupboard, or can be bought from your local market. It's nice to plan out and complete complex, h...
2018-07-1330 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsJames Wong's houseplants - part twoI had so much fun and fascinating stuff to chat about with expert botanist and houseplant maverick James Wong that I am bringing you another chunk of our chat this week. If you haven't yet listened to Part One of my visit to James Wong's flat, please do so before you click play on this. See full show notes here: https://is.gd/Krxpx1 Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf...
2018-07-0631 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsJames Wong's houseplants - part oneBritish-Malaysian botanist James Wong is sparking a one-man houseplant revolution. With no outside space to garden, for the last 18 months James has been focusing all his horticultural energies into many fascinating plant experiments inside his small London flat. See full show notes here: https://is.gd/pxLffM Want to unlock bonus content and listen or watch ad-free? Join my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Deadly Plants, Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Foll...
2018-06-2943 min
On The Ledge | Grow houseplants with the expertsEpisode 51: Matthew BiggsThis week's episode sounds a little bit different - as it's half term and I have a relative staying who is sleeping in my office where I usually record the podcast, I headed out to the potting shed for the intro and Q&A. I hope you enjoy the early morning background noise of birds singing! I interview gardening royalty Matthew Biggs - co-author of What Houseplant Where. See full show notes here: https://is.gd/xWTtIw Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Check out The Atlas of Dea...
2018-06-0145 min