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The Houseplant Expert by Dr David Hessayon - the book that launched my houseplant obsession
Episode 184
Dr David Hessayon's book The Houseplant Expert has been inspired indoor gardeners for decades, including me! In this episode I talk to two fellow hor…
5 years, 2 months ago
Leaf botany part six - what do plants know, with Beronda Montgomery
Episode 183
Did you know that plants have memory, senses and their own unique language? Find out more with Dr Beronda Montgomery, author of new book Lessons With…
5 years, 3 months ago
Episode 182: Perrone's plant pet peeves
Episode 182
From succulents in terrariums to indoor olive trees, I get a few houseplant-related rants off my chest. Plus we hear from listener Jami.
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5 years, 3 months ago
Episode 181: moth orchid rescue with Terry Richardson
Episode 181
Moth orchids looking miserable? Want to get your Phalaenopsis to rebloom? Terry Richardson (aka The Black Thumb) joins me to answer all your orchid r…
5 years, 3 months ago
Indonesian houseplant culture with Youtuber Onlyplants
Episode 180
This 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 fr…
5 years, 3 months ago
Episode 179: citrus and more with HGTV's Marianne Canada
Episode 179
I talk growing indoor citrus and much more with HGTV's Marianne Canada and answer a question about Philodendron vs Monstera.
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5 years, 3 months ago
Episode 178: leaf botany part five - dormancy
Episode 178
Is my plant taking merely resting, or is it dead? Why has my cactus stopped growing? If you've ever asked yourself these questions, this episode is f…
5 years, 4 months ago
Biological controls part two
Episode 177
Listen 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 sowalo…
5 years, 4 months ago
Biological controls part one
Episode 176
I'm joined by two biological control experts to tackle your questions about dealing with infestations on your plants. Plus I answer a question about …
5 years, 4 months ago
Hoyas and more with Ellen Zachos
Episode 175
Garden writer and podcaster Ellen Zachos joins me to talk about our favourite Hoyas, plant tattoos and the future of houseplants. And I answer a ques…
5 years, 5 months ago