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Sinningia
Episode 225
I'm joined by plant geneticist and microbiologist David Zaitlin to talk about this fascinating genus, with a focus on florist gloxinia and Sinningia …
3 years, 10 months ago
The Chelsea flower show 2022
Episode 224
I 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 Neth…
3 years, 10 months ago
Tradescantia with Avery Rowe
Episode 223
I chat to Tradescantia expert Avery Rowe about all things inch plant, and I answer a question about baby Saxifrages.
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3 years, 10 months ago
'New' plant chat with Memo C
Episode 222
I check out six 'new' houseplants to see if they are worth adding to your collection with the help of fellow plant geek Memo C.
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3 years, 10 months ago
Cacti and succulents with BCSS chairman Greg Bulmer
Episode 221
I talk to the new chairman of the British Cactus and Succulent Society his vision for the BCSS and his own passion for prickly plants, and we hear fr…
3 years, 10 months ago
Fittonia, the nerve plant
Episode 220
I take a look at the colourful and intricate Fittonia, aka the nerve plant, and answer a question about notching Ficus plants.
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3 years, 11 months ago
Raid the recycling and help your houseplants
Episode 219
It'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 cupboa…
3 years, 11 months ago
Episode 218: painting houseplants, with Aaron Apsley
Episode 218
I chat to Florida-based botanical artist Aaron Apsley about the joys and challenges of painting houseplants, and I answer a question about books on p…
3 years, 11 months ago
Episode 217: the Barbican Conservatory
Episode 217
I visit the Barbican Conservatory in London and talk to head gardener Marta Lowcewicz about this incredible glasshouse. Plus I answer a question abo…
3 years, 11 months ago
Houseplant gift baskets
Episode 216
You've been given a houseplant gift basket - now what? Find out how to care for them, and what to do when they start to look miserable with On The Le…
4 years ago