Judy Feldstein of Houseplant411.com joins me to share her ten commandments for houseplant care and I answer question about fungus gnats.
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Red spider mites may not be visible with the naked eye, but they damage they can do to our houseplants is considerable. I get an insight into the world of the spider mite and find out how to keep your plants mite-free. And I answer a question about easy trailing plants that are non-toxic to cats.
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I talk conservatories with Ruth Kassinger, author of Paradise Under Glass, introduce part one of the On The Ledge sowalong, and answer a question about mould.
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Michael 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…
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I find out how to look after moth orchids properly from watering to repotting, and take a visit to a British orchid nursery, to find out about the latest developments in orchid breeding. Plus, an extended Q&A with orchid expert Susanne Masters.
Read MoreI have heard from so many cat owners who find their pets just can't stay away from their plants: either they're chewing them, or pulling them out of their pots, or finding some other way to destroy that cool jungle vibe you've been cultivating. So this episode is dedicating to giving cat owners some help in keeping cats and plants equally content.
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How to get the most out of houseplants - without the overwhelm, the excessive plant hauls and the post-purchase crashouts.