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| Episode 302: Late Night On The Ledge - plants and tattoos with Dr Matt Lodder | 13 Aug 2024 | 00:57:01 | |
Host Jane Perrone is joined by tattoo historian Dr Matt Lodder to learn about the role of plants in tattoos over the centuries in the third Late Night On The Ledge episode. For full show notes and a transcript visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/plant-tattoos Please note: this episode features swearing and adult topics and probably isn't suitable for younger ears. If you need to find another episode to listen to, why not check out my themed back catalogue? Sign up for The Plant Ledger, my email newsletter about the houseplant scene: https://www.janeperrone.com/ledger Check out Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Join the Houseplant Fans of On The Ledge group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/house... | |||
| Episode 301: Late Night On The Ledge - Hilton Carter | 02 Aug 2024 | 01:24:09 | |
In the second of the Late Night On The Ledge series, host Jane Perrone chats to plant stylist and author Hilton Carter about his career, the wonders of plant propagation, and why we've both got it in for calatheas. Please note: this episode features swearing and probably isn't suitable for younger ears. If you need to find another episode to listen to, why not check out my themed back catalogue? For full show notes and a transcript visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/hilton-carter What is Late Night On The Ledge? Imagine a late night TV chat show featuring your favourite guests, lots of chat, a dash of gossip and the odd rant - that's what you're getting when you tune into Late Night On The Ledge. This is the second of four Late Night OTL episodes which will run until the start of September. Two will be audio-only, and two will offer video as well. Sign up for The Plant Ledger, my email newsletter about the houseplant scene: https://www.janeperrone.com/ledger Check out Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Join the Houseplant Fans of On The Ledge group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/house...
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| Episode 292: Lithops and other succulents with Tony Irons | 03 May 2024 | 00:32:27 | |
Host Jane Perrone talks to cactus and succulent grower and seller Tony Irons about some of his favourite plants, including Lithops. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/lithops-succulents Sign up for The Plant Ledger, my email newsletter about the houseplant scene: https://www.janeperrone.com/ledger Check out Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Join the Houseplant Fans of On The Ledge group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/houseplantfans | |||
| Episode 212: back to basics - houseplant watering | 04 Mar 2022 | 00:50:30 | |
Raffaele Di Lallo of Ohio Tropics joins me to talk about the best ways to water houseplants, and I answer a question about repotting an old jade tree. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/watering-basics Sign up for The Plant Ledger, my email newsletter about the UK houseplant scene: https://www.janeperrone.com/ledger Check out Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants http://legendsoftheleafbook.com Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Join the Houseplant Fans of On The Ledge group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/house... Join in #HouseplantHour on Twitter every Tuesday 9pm UK time (4pm ET): https://twitter.com/houseplanthour | |||
| Episode 211: Alocasias | 25 Feb 2022 | 00:47:18 | |
I chat to Roos Kocken aka @plantwithroos about the joys and challenges of growing Alocasias, catch up on the On The Ledge sowalong, and answer a question about Hoya seeds. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/alocasias Sign up for The Plant Ledger, my email newsletter about the houseplant scene: https://www.janeperrone.com/ledger Check out Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants http://legendsoftheleafbook.com Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Join the Houseplant Fans of On The Ledge group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/house... Join in #HouseplantHour on Twitter every Tuesday 9pm UK time (4pm ET): https://twitter.com/houseplanthour | |||
| Episode 210: sowalong 2022 - cacti and succulents from seed | 18 Feb 2022 | 00:39:41 | |
I 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 | |||
| Episode 209: Anthuriums | 11 Feb 2022 | 00:38:05 | |
I 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 Sign up for The Plant Ledger, my email newsletter about the houseplant scene: https://www.janeperrone.com/ledger Check out Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants http://legendsoftheleafbook.com Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Join the Houseplant Fans of On The Ledge group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/house... Join in #HouseplantHour on Twitter every Tuesday 9pm UK time (4pm ET): https://twitter.com/houseplanthour
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| Episode 208: houseplants of the past | 04 Feb 2022 | 00:39:41 | |
Welcome back everyone! I have finished the manuscript for my book Legends of the Leaf, but this week I want to tell you about some of the fascinating plants I met along the way that you may not have come across. Plus I answer a question about a spider plant, and we hear from listener Mark. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/episode-208-houseplants-past | |||
| Episode 207: festive plants Q&A | 16 Dec 2021 | 00:31:30 | |
I 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 | |||
| Episode 206: cactus talk with Ulrich Haage | 09 Dec 2021 | 00:51:42 | |
I 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 www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/german-cactus-ulrich-haage | |||
| Episode 205: LECA (expanded clay pebbles) | 02 Dec 2021 | 00:46:26 | |
I find out how LECA is made and talk to LECA convert Kimberly Black, plus I answer a question about using SB Plant Invigorator during winter. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/leca-expanded-clay-pebbles | |||
| Episode 204: thrips | 25 Nov 2021 | 00:44:48 | |
Got 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 | |||
| Episode 203: a visit to the Millennium Seed Bank | 17 Nov 2021 | 00:43:16 | |
The 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 Sign up for The Plant Ledger, my email newsletter about the houseplant scene: https://www.janeperrone.com/ledger Check out Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants http://legendsoftheleafbook.com Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Join the Houseplant Fans of On The Ledge group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/house... Join in #HouseplantHour on Twitter every Tuesday 9pm UK time (4pm ET): https://twitter.com/houseplanthour | |||
| Episode 291: rescuing cacti and succulents with Mint Plants | 26 Apr 2024 | 00:40:25 | |
Host Jane Perrone talks to Hayley Stephens of Bristol-based cactus and succulent sellers Mint Plants to find out about their mission to save plants from the skip. For full show notes plus a transcript visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/rescuing-cacti-succulents Sign up for The Plant Ledger, my email newsletter about the houseplant scene: https://www.janeperrone.com/ledger Check out Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Join the Houseplant Fans of On The Ledge group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/house... | |||
| Episode 202: jewel orchids | 10 Nov 2021 | 00:50:33 | |
I 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 | |||
| Episode 201: Q&A special | 01 Nov 2021 | 00:40:21 | |
I 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 | |||
| Midweek bonus 6: a botanical family quiz | 27 Oct 2021 | 00:18:17 | |
I decided to revive the lockdown-era midweek bonus episode for a bit of fun - I ask my family to decide which of these botanical terms are real, and which ones I have made up… to play along, visit the show notes for the questions and answers: https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/botanical-quiz Sign up for The Plant Ledger, my email newsletter about the houseplant scene: https://www.janeperrone.com/ledger Check out Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants http://legendsoftheleafbook.com Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Join the Houseplant Fans of On The Ledge group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/house... Join in #HouseplantHour on Twitter every Tuesday 9pm UK time (4pm ET): https://twitter.com/houseplanthour | |||
| Episode 200: what's changed since February 2017 | 21 Oct 2021 | 00:33:02 | |
When the very first episode of On The Ledge dropped on February 2017, I wondered if anyone would bother listening to a podcast about houseplants… I think it's safe to say the answer was yes! In this episode I reflect on what's changed in my world and yours in the past four and a half years. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/episode-200 Sign up for The Plant Ledger, my email newsletter about the houseplant scene: https://www.janeperrone.com/ledger Check out Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants http://legendsoftheleafbook.com Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Join the Houseplant Fans of On The Ledge group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/house... Join in #HouseplantHour on Twitter every Tuesday 9pm UK time (4pm ET): https://twitter.com/houseplanthour | |||
| Episode 199: indoor bonsai with @bonsai_raff | 12 Oct 2021 | 00:46:08 | |
Raffaella Warren-Barbieri aka @bonsai_raff joins me to talk about how she got into bonsai, where to start with indoor bonsai, and what it's like being a Gen Z plant aficionado. Plus I answer a question about giving new life to a couple of rescue bromeliads. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/199-indoor-bonsai | |||
| Episode 198: Lechuza Pon | 08 Oct 2021 | 00:29:45 | |
I find out more about the soil-free growing medium Pon from Lechuza's UK sales director Arvin Bhudia, and I answer a question about a succulent that's growing something strange. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/lechuza-pon | |||
| Episode 197: tiny plants | 01 Oct 2021 | 00:48:58 | |
I talk to horticulturist Leslie Halleck about her new book Tiny Plants, and answer a question about a colourful Tradescantia. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/tiny-plants-leslie-halleck | |||
| Episode 196: houseplants at the Chelsea Flower Show 2021 | 24 Sep 2021 | 00:54:19 | |
Has the horticultural institution that is the Chelsea Flower Show truly embraced the houseplant world? I visited on press day to take a look. And I answer a question about a stunted Ctenanthe. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/houseplants-chelsea-flower-show-2021 | |||
| Episode 195: bringing houseplants into prisons with The Glasshouse - plus a look at lucky bamboo | 17 Sep 2021 | 00:44:38 | |
I find out more about a scheme helping women in prison to get growing houseplants, and I discuss the delights of lucky bamboo, aka Dracaena sanderiana. Plus I answer a question about cork for supporting aroids. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/prison-glasshouse-lucky-bamboo | |||
| Episode 194: clear pots - the pros and cons | 10 Sep 2021 | 00:29:46 | |
Clear plastic pots are common in the world of orchid growing, but can they work for other houseplants? I share my experiences growing in transparent pots and delve into a bit of root botany in this episode, plus I answer a question about millipedes in a Monstera. For full show notes visit www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/transparent-plant-pots | |||
| Episode 290: OTL sowalong part two - where to start growing houseplants from seed | 12 Apr 2024 | 00:47:02 | |
Jane Perrone talks to Alina Smith of US houseplant seed sellers Plantflix about how to get started growing from seed, and answers a question about a Homalomena. For full show notes and a transcript visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/houseplants-from-seed Sign up for The Plant Ledger, my email newsletter about the houseplant scene: https://www.janeperrone.com/ledger Check out Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Join the Houseplant Fans of On The Ledge group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/houseplantfans | |||
| Episode 193: aroids with Peter Boyce | 23 Jul 2021 | 00:56:52 | |
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 Sign up for The Plant Ledger, my new email newsletter about the UK houseplant scene: https://www.janeperrone.com/ledger Preorder your copy of my forthcoming book Legends of the Leaf now! https://is.gd/KLhwKK Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Join the Houseplant Fans of On The Ledge group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/house... Join in #HouseplantHour on Twitter every Tuesday 9pm UK time (4pm ET): https://twitter.com/houseplanthour | |||
| Episode 192: houseplants and mental health | 16 Jul 2021 | 00:50:30 | |
Plants 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 Sign up for The Plant Ledger, my new email newsletter about the UK houseplant scene: https://www.janeperrone.com/ledger Preorder Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants https://is.gd/KLhwKK Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Join the Houseplant Fans of On The Ledge group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/house... Join in #HouseplantHour on Twitter every Tuesday 9pm UK time (4pm ET): https://twitter.com/houseplanthour | |||
| Episode 191: A visit to aroid addict Tony Le-Britton, aka @notanotherjungle | 09 Jul 2021 | 01:21:51 | |
I 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 | |||
| Episode 190: Jane's five rules for houseplant care, plus the lowdown on aphids | 02 Jul 2021 | 01:00:58 | |
Hear my talk on houseplant care from the Leaf Houseplant Festival and I answer a question about aphids. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/houseplant-rules-aphids Sign up for The Plant Ledger, my new email newsletter about the UK houseplant scene: https://www.janeperrone.com/ledger Preorder Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants https://is.gd/KLhwKK Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Join the Houseplant Fans of On The Ledge group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/house... Join in #HouseplantHour on Twitter every Tuesday 9pm UK time (4pm ET): https://twitter.com/houseplanthour | |||
| Episode 189: moving houseplants outside for a summer holiday | 25 Jun 2021 | 00:35:58 | |
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 www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/moving-houseplants-outside-summer | |||
| Episode 188: getting started with terrariums | 18 Jun 2021 | 00:48:27 | |
Terrariums offer endless possibilities for growing, but where do you start? Jacob James of GrowTropicals joins me to discuss containers, substrates and of course - the plants. Plus I answer a question about Aroids and toxicity. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2021/6/17/episode-188-terrariums Sign up for The Plant Ledger, my email newsletter about the houseplant scene: https://www.janeperrone.com/ledger Check out Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants http://legendsoftheleafbook.com Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Join the Houseplant Fans of On The Ledge group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/house... Join in #HouseplantHour on Twitter every Tuesday 9pm UK time (4pm ET): https://twitter.com/houseplanthour
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| Episode 187: snake plants aka Sansevieria | 11 Jun 2021 | 00:53:02 | |
Succulent expert Dr Colin Walker joins me to discuss the wonderful world of snake plants, aka Sansevierias, plus I answer a question about repotting a fern. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2021/6/8/snake-plants-sansevieria Sign up for The Plant Ledger, my new email newsletter about the UK houseplant scene: https://www.janeperrone.com/ledger Preorder Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants https://is.gd/KLhwKK Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Join the Houseplant Fans of On The Ledge group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/house... Join in #HouseplantHour on Twitter every Tuesday 9pm UK time (4pm ET): https://twitter.com/houseplanthour | |||
| Episode 186: rescuing plants with Sarah Gerrard-Jones | 28 May 2021 | 00:38:26 | |
Like so many household objects, plants are often discarded for the "crime" of being slightly imperfect - but Sarah Gerrard-Jones is out to change that. I meet Sarah, aka The Plant Rescuer, to discuss her obsession with saving every houseplant she can. And I answer a question about a lanky avocado. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2021/5/25/episode-186-the-plant-rescuer Sign up for The Plant Ledger, my email newsletter about the houseplant scene: https://www.janeperrone.com/ledger Check out Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants http://legendsoftheleafbook.com Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Join the Houseplant Fans of On The Ledge group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/house... Join in #HouseplantHour on Twitter every Tuesday 9pm UK time (4pm ET): https://twitter.com/houseplanthour | |||
| Episode 185: the silver dollar vine, Xerosicyos danguyi | 21 May 2021 | 00:34:21 | |
In this episode I take a look at the silver dollar vine, Xerosicyos danguyi, an intriguing trailing succulent that is a member of the cucurbit family. Plus I answer a question about making a Philodendron fuller, and we hear from listener Greg. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2021/5/21/silver-dollar-vine-xerosicyos | |||
| Episode 184: The Houseplant Expert by Dr David Hessayon - the book that launched my houseplant obsession | 14 May 2021 | 00:31:26 | |
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 horticulturists who knew him well, and reflect on his legacy. Plus I answer a question about moving a 5ft cactus, and we hear from a ten-year-old houseplant fan in Meet The Listener. To read the full show notes visit www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2021/5/12/episode-184-the-houseplant-expert-by-dr-dg-hessayon Sign up for The Plant Ledger, my email newsletter about the houseplant scene: https://www.janeperrone.com/ledger Check out Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants http://legendsoftheleafbook.com Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Join the Houseplant Fans of On The Ledge group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/house... Join in #HouseplantHour on Twitter every Tuesday 9pm UK time (4pm ET): https://twitter.com/houseplanthour | |||
| Episode 289: launching the OTL sowalong, plus Anthuriums without cabinets | 29 Mar 2024 | 01:04:22 | |
Find out how to join in with my annual houseplant seed sowing project, and I talk anthuriums with Gemma Haigh of The Plant Parlour. Plus I answer a question about boisduval scale. For full show notes including a transcript visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/sowalong-anthuriums Sign up for The Plant Ledger, my email newsletter about the houseplant scene: https://www.janeperrone.com/ledger Check out Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Join the Houseplant Fans of On The Ledge group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/house... | |||
| Episode 183: leaf botany part six - what do plants know, with Beronda Montgomery | 07 May 2021 | 00:40:40 | |
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 Plants, in the latest instalment of the leaf botany series. Plus I answer a question about plants to hang in the shower. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2021/5/7/episode-183-leaf-botany-part-six-what-do-plants-know-with-beronda-montgomery | |||
| Episode 182: Perrone's plant pet peeves | 30 Apr 2021 | 00:40:08 | |
From 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 | |||
| Episode 181: moth orchid rescue with Terry Richardson | 23 Apr 2021 | 00:56:30 | |
Moth 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 | |||
| Episode 180: Indonesian houseplant culture with Youtuber Onlyplants | 16 Apr 2021 | 00:45:43 | |
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 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 | |||
| Episode 179: citrus and more with HGTV's Marianne Canada | 09 Apr 2021 | 00:44:54 | |
I talk growing indoor citrus and much more with HGTV's Marianne Canada and answer a question about Philodendron vs Monstera. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2021/3/25/episode-179 | |||
| Episode 178: leaf botany part five - dormancy | 26 Mar 2021 | 00:49:32 | |
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 for you! Botanist Dr Matt Candeias joins me to demystify dormancy in plants. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2021/3/25/episode-178-leaf-botany-part-five-dormancy-and-death | |||
| Episode 177: biological controls part two | 18 Mar 2021 | 00:42:50 | |
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 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 | |||
| Episode 176: biological controls part one | 12 Mar 2021 | 00:38:18 | |
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 a droopy prickly pear, and we hear from a seven-year-old fan of the show in Meet The Listener. | |||
| Episode 175: Hoyas and more with Ellen Zachos | 05 Mar 2021 | 00:43:56 | |
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 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 | |||
| Episode 174: celebrating four years of On The Ledge | 25 Feb 2021 | 00:32:41 | |
In late February 2017 I set up a microphone in my husband's underwear drawer and recorded the first episode of On The Ledge. More than 170 episodes later, and I'm celebrating the show's fourth birthday, looking at the episodes that captivated and the plants that enthralled us. Keep listening to the end for the blooper reel… For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2021/2/24/episode-174-fourth-anniversary | |||
| Episode 288: air plant chat and how to grow a pineapple plant | 13 Mar 2024 | 00:37:18 | |
I talk air plants (aka Tillandsias) with expert grower Don Billington, and I take on a listener question about another bromeliad - a poorly pineapple. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/houseplants-children Sign up for The Plant Ledger, my email newsletter about the houseplant scene: https://www.janeperrone.com/ledger Check out Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants and my houseplant cards Houseplant Gardener in a Box here. Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Join the Houseplant Fans of On The Ledge group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/houseplantfans | |||
| Episode 173: plants behind glass at Hidcote | 12 Feb 2021 | 00:49:42 | |
I'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 Sign up for The Plant Ledger, my email newsletter about the houseplant scene: https://www.janeperrone.com/ledger Check out Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants http://legendsoftheleafbook.com Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Join the Houseplant Fans of On The Ledge group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/house... Join in #HouseplantHour on Twitter every Tuesday 9pm UK time (4pm ET): https://twitter.com/houseplanthour | |||
| Episode 172: your sowalong questions answered | 05 Feb 2021 | 00:34:02 | |
The 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 | |||
| Episode 171: humidity | 29 Jan 2021 | 00:36:08 | |
Moisture 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 Sign up for The Plant Ledger, my new email newsletter about the UK houseplant scene: https://www.janeperrone.com/ledger Preorder Legends of the Leaf, my book on houseplants https://is.gd/KLhwKK Support On The Ledge on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ontheledge Follow Jane Perrone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.l.perrone Join the Houseplant Fans of On The Ledge group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/house... Join in #HouseplantHour on Twitter every Tuesday 9pm UK time (4pm ET): https://twitter.com/houseplanthour | |||