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 I answer a question about a companion plant for a Monstera, and we hear from Craig in Meet the Listener.
Read MoreI head to the vault to find out how and why seeds are banked. Plus I answer a question about ‘stuck’ aroid leaves.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreIt’s time to sow some seeds and shoot the breeze about houseplant trends in this episode; plus I answer a question about two very similar-looking variegated houseplants: one rather rarer than the other.
Read MoreIn this week’s show I explain why springtails are nothing to be afraid of, and I explain how to take cuttings of the swiss cheese plant, Monstera deliciosa. Plus we hear from listener Jonathan in Meet the Listener.
Read MoreI learn about the science of tissue culture and what it means for the houseplant industry with the help of Chris Reynolds, founder of tissue culture lab Seedless Labs. Plus I answer a question about an ivy and a Dracaena called Norman, and we hear from listener Karl.
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