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The paintbrush plant, Haemanthus albiflos
Episode 241
If you have a mystery plant you can't identify, there's a reasonably good chance it is the paintbrush plant aka Haemanthus albiflos! In this episode …
4 years ago
Slipper orchids, and why you need to join an orchid society
Episode 240
I visit orchid grower Malcolm Moodie to find out about the slipper orchids of the genera Paphiopedilum and Phragmipedium, find out why orchid societi…
4 years ago
What to do with a dead houseplant
Episode 239
This week I explain how do you tell when a houseplant really is dead, and what to do with its remains; plus I answer a question about a Monstera with…
4 years ago
Dendrobium orchids and more with Kevin Wigley
Episode 238
I visit orchid grower Kevin Wigley to find out more about this fascinating family, including Dendrobiums, Coelogyne and Psychopsis.
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4 years, 1 month ago
Aeoniums
Episode 237
I find out about the genus of succulents known as Aeoniums with National Collection holder Mellie Lewis, and answer two Ficus questions.
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4 years, 1 month ago
Three houseplants for cold rooms
Episode 236
Turning your thermostat down this winter? Here are three plants that will thrive in unheated rooms. Plus I answer a question about root pruning.
For …
4 years, 1 month ago
Mangave
Episode 235
Dr Colin Walker joins me to talk about Mangave, an intergeneric hybrid that's relatively new to the succulent scene. Plus I answer a question about s…
4 years, 1 month ago
Flowering houseplants
Episode 234
I talk to Lisa Eldred Steinkopf aka The Houseplant Guru about flowering houseplants and celebrate her new book Bloom. Plus I answer a question about …
4 years, 1 month ago
Photosynthesis explained
Episode 233
We all know photosynthesis is vital for plants, but how does it work? Dr Polly Schiffman joins me to explain.
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4 years, 3 months ago
Talking cacti at the Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival
Episode 232
I chat to cactus expert and business owner Gynelle Leon in a live recording at the Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival, plus I answer a question abo…
4 years, 3 months ago