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Ep 182Episode 182: Perrone's plant pet peeves

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

Apr 30, 202140 min

Ep 181Episode 181: moth orchid rescue with Terry Richardson

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

Apr 23, 202156 min

Ep 180Episode 180: Indonesian houseplant culture with Youtuber Onlyplants

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

Apr 16, 202145 min

Ep 179Episode 179: citrus and more with HGTV's Marianne Canada

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

Apr 9, 202144 min

Ep 178Episode 178: leaf botany part five - dormancy

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

Mar 26, 202149 min

Ep 177Episode 177: biological controls part two

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

Mar 18, 202142 min

Ep 176Episode 176: biological controls part one

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. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2021/3/1/episode-176-biological-controls-pests

Mar 12, 202138 min

Ep 175Episode 175: Hoyas and more with Ellen Zachos

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

Mar 5, 202143 min

Ep 174Episode 174: celebrating four years of On The Ledge

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

Feb 25, 202132 min

Ep 173Episode 173: plants behind glass at Hidcote

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

Feb 12, 202149 min

Ep 172Episode 172: your sowalong questions answered

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

Feb 5, 202134 min

Ep 171Episode 171: humidity

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

Jan 29, 202136 min

Ep 170Episode 170: sowalong and plant chat

It's time to sow some seeds and shoot the breeze about Hoya trends in this episode; plus I answer a question about two very similar-looking variegated houseplants: one rather rarer than the other. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2021/1/8/episode-170

Jan 22, 202154 min

Ep 169Episode 169: cactus and succulent poaching - what you need to know

Rare cacti and succulents are being ripped out of the ground and sold illegally all over the world. Dr Jared Margulies of the University of Alabama joins me to discuss the issue of plant poaching: from what to look for when you're buying rare succulents, to who is behind the illegal trade. And I answer a question about storing Xanthosoma corms. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2021/1/8/cactus-succulent-illegal-poaching

Jan 16, 202149 min

Bonus festive episode: Jane reads A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens

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This bonus episode has nothing to do with plants! It's just a bit of fun. I read an abridged version of the classic Christmas story, A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. I hope it'll be a relaxing listen, but if you're just here for the houseplants, skip this one and check out my back catalogue of more than 160 planty episodes. Find out more about A Christmas Carol in the show notes: https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/festive-bonus-episode 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

Dec 24, 20201h 20m

Episode 168 addendum: On The Ledge quiz answers

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Find out how you scored in the On The Ledge quiz as Jane reveals the answers. Check out the questions and answers in full at https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/12/14/plant-quiz-aloe-vera

Dec 19, 20204 min

Ep 168Episode 168: a planty quiz, plus Aloe vera advice

I test your planty podcast knowledge in an On The Ledge quiz, plus I answer a question about an Aloe vera and we meet Alannah in Meet the Listener. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/12/14/plant-quiz-aloe-vera 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

Dec 18, 202029 min

Ep 167Episode 167: springtails and swiss cheese plants

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. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/11/20/episode-167-springtails-monstera-cuttings

Dec 11, 202031 min

Ep 166Episode 166: IKEA greenhouse cabinets

Find out how to turn a glass cabinet from IKEA into a stylish indoor greenhouse with my guests Camila Lohr and Vinny Araujo, plus I answer a question about preventative pest control and we hear from listener Zoe in New Zealand in Meet the Listener. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/11/20/episode-166-ikea-greenhouse-cabinet

Dec 4, 202035 min

Ep 165Episode 165: A look at leaf shine products, and how to clean leaves

If your new plant has super-shiny leaves, it may have been treated with a leaf shine spray. I find out more about these products with Canadian garden writer Larry Hodgson, and discuss the best ways to clean plant leaves. Plus we hear from listener Beth. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/11/20/episode-164-leaf-shine-cleaning-leaves

Nov 27, 202037 min

Ep 164Episode 164: plants and poses with Travis Cooper

My guest this week is Travis Cooper aka @plantsdecoop, creator of #PlantsNPoses on Instagram: we cover everything from plant purges and the best Anthuriums for newbies to the power of creativity and the joy of tapping into our childhood playfulness. I also answer a question about choosing a new home with your plants in mind. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/11/20/episode-164-travis-cooper-plantsdecoop

Nov 20, 202051 min

Ep 163Episode 163: behind the scenes at On The Ledge

http://I delve into the history of On The Ledge and explain how it all began, as well as how I put the show together today, plus we meet listener Armando, host of podcast The Plant Nook, and I answer a question about houseplant wholesalers. For full show notes visit www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/11/13/episode-163-behind-the-scenes-at-on-the-ledge 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

Nov 13, 202044 min

Ep 162Episode 162: Codiaeum variegatum aka croton

Crotons (Codiaeum variegatum) have a bit of a reputation for being tricky - in this episode I suggest some ways of keeping yours happy; plus I answer a question about a Thanksgiving cactus and we meet listener Carol. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/codiaeum-variegatum-croton

Nov 6, 202039 min

Ep 161Episode 161: tissue culture explained

I 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. Full show notes: https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/10/23/episode-161-tissue-culture-explained 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

Oct 23, 20201h 0m

Ep 160Episode 160: leaf botany part four - pigments

Professor Nox Makunga of Stellenbosch University in South Africa joins me to explain the pigments that give houseplant leaves their colours, I answer a question about a 'Silver Ripple' Peperomia and we hear from listener Mia. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/10/16/episode-160-leaf-botany-part-four-pigments

Oct 16, 202042 min

Ep 159Episode 159: My Life in Plants with illustrator Katie Vaz

Illustrator Katie Vaz talks to me about her new book My Life in Plants and I answer a question about plants for a south-facing window. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/10/7/episode-159 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

Oct 9, 202037 min

Ep 158Episode 158: an A to Z of potting mix ingredients, part three

It's the final part of my run-through of the various things you can use to make up your houseplant potting mixes, including perlite and vermiculite; plus I answer a question about a mixed planter. For the full show notes, visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/10/2/episode-158-an-a-to-z-of-potting-mix-ingredients-part-three 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

Oct 2, 202025 min

Ep 157Episode 157: an A to Z of potting mix ingredients part two

In the second part of my potting mix ingredients A-Z I work through from C to L, plus I answer a question about watering citrus trees, and we hear from listener Theresa. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/9/25/episode-157-an-a-to-z-of-potting-mix-ingredients-part-two 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

Sep 25, 202032 min

Midweek bonus 6: Legends of the Leaf campaign launch

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Find out about my crowdfunding appeal on Unbound for forthcoming book Legends of the Leaf: The story behind 25 iconic houseplants and the secrets to making them thrive. Pledge your support here: https://unbound.com/books/legends-of-the-leaf/ For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/legendsbook 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

Sep 23, 202010 min

Ep 156Episode 156: an A to Z of potting mix ingredients, part one

I am joined by fellow houseplant expert Mr Houseplant, aka Vladan Nikolic, to discuss the ingredients that go into your plants' pots, plus I answer a question about finding name-appropriate houseplant gifts. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/9/18/episode-156-potting-mix-ingredients-an-a-to-z-part-one

Sep 18, 202029 min

Ep 155Episode 155: your listener questions

It's time to answer some listener questions! Distorted Monstera leaves, watering techniques and black pepper plants all come under scrutiny in this Q&A special. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/9/11/episode-155-your-listener-questions

Sep 11, 202029 min

Ep 154Episode 154: the price of rare plants

Prices for so-called unicorn plants have gone sky high as the houseplant trend continues to explode, but this week I am asking: is any plant really worth that much? Plus I answer a listener question about marks on a moon cactus and we hear from listener Basma. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/9/4/episode-154-the-price-of-rare-plants 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

Sep 4, 202036 min

Ep 153Episode 153: Claire Ratinon on growing food in small spaces, and racism in horticulture

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Organic grower Claire Ratinon joins me to talk about her new book, How To Grow Your Dinner Without Leaving The House and racism in horticulture, and I answer a question about a jade plant with tiny leaves. Please note, this episode includes swear words. For the full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/8/27/episode-153

Aug 28, 20201h 6m

Ep 152Episode 152: leaf botany part three - silicon

This week I find out what silicon does for plants, answer a couple of questions about brown spots on leaves, and we hear from listener MV. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/8/21/episode-152-leaf-botany-part-three-silicon 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

Aug 21, 202034 min

Ep 151Episode 151: the relaxation episode

Warning, this episode is seriously relaxing! I read from a Victorian book on indoor gardening that should provide the perfect aural backdrop to a chill-out session, some plant care or even an afternoon nap. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/8/9/episode-151-the-relaxation-episode 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

Aug 14, 202038 min

Ep 150Episode 150: Introducing the On The Ledge manifesto

In this milestone 150th episode, I lay out my manifesto for On The Ledge and answer a question about growing tomatoes, plus we meet listener Lydia and look back at some highlights from the last 50 episodes. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/7/19/episode-150-the-on-the-ledge-manifesto 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

Aug 7, 202034 min

Ep 149Episode 149: terrarium tips and National Collections

I find out how you could become the guardian of a major houseplant genus, and answer a listener question about making terrariums. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/7/16/episode-149-terrarium-tips-and-national-collections

Jul 17, 202031 min

Ep 148Episode 148: leaf botany part two - CAM and guttation explained

Guttation and CAM (aka Crassulacean Acid Metabolism) are central processes for many of our houseplants, but what do they involve? Terrestrial ecologist Dr Polly Schiffman explains all (and we find out which is her favourite!) Plus I answer a question about a lanky Pilea and we hear from Joe from Texas in Meet the Listener. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/7/9/episode-148-guttation-cam

Jul 10, 202040 min

Ep 147Episode 147: identifying houseplants

If you've ever been flummoxed by a houseplant that came with a label marked simply 'foliage', this episode will help you start to figure out the name of your new addition. Plant expert Jaco Nel of app SmartPlant joins me to explain the clues he looks for when trying to name plants, and attempts a live plant identification. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/7/3/episode-147-identifying-houseplants 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

Jul 3, 202043 min

Ep 146Episode 146: helping houseplants cope with a heatwave, plus a Hoya question

When it's unusually hot, you may feel the strain: your houseplants can struggle too. I offer up some tips to help your plants cope with a heatwave, and Doug Chamberlain of Vermont Hoyas joins me to answer a listener question. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/6/26/episode-146-houseplants-heatwave-hoyas

Jun 26, 202031 min

Ep 145Episode 145: Tyler Thrasher

Tyler Thrasher is the host of podcast Greenhouse Rants and a brilliant polymath who breeds succulents, has designed and crowdfunded his own plant journal and much, much more. He joins me to talk about why he loves creating Crassula hybrids, racism and the plant community, and why some of the best plant info is not found on the internet! For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/6/19/episode-145-tyler-thrasher

Jun 19, 20201h 7m

Ep 144Episode 144: underrated houseplants

If you enjoy a blast from the past, you'll like this week's profiled plants: three species that were once ubiquitous but have been inexplicably ignored in the current houseplant revolution: the piggyback plant, Swedish ivy and Pilea 'Moon Valley'. And I answer a question about an unusual potential source of water for bromeliads. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/6/5/underrated-houseplants 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

Jun 12, 202031 min

Ep 143Episode 143: mealybugs

Mealybugs are one of the most common and hard-to-treat pests you'll encounter as a houseplant grower, so it's high time we devoted a whole episode to these furry terrors! I interview entomologist Dr Raymond Cloyd to find out what they are and how to get rid of them. Plus, I answer a question about a droopy Calathea. For full show notes, visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/6/2/episode-143-mealybugs 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

Jun 5, 202041 min

Ep 142Episode 142: leaf botany part one - shape

Ever wondered why the leaves of your houseplants are different in shape? Professor Enrico Coen of the John Innes Centre joins to me to explain. I co-opt Stephen of the Plant Daddy podcast to help me answer a question about a Nepenthes, and we meet listener Mikaela. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/5/29/episode-142-leaf-botany-part-one-shape 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

May 29, 202041 min

Ep 141Episode 141: Alice Vincent

Alice Vincent (@noughticulture on Instagram) joins me to talk about two new planty projects: her book Rootbound, and an audio guide to sowing seeds - both perfect lockdown reading and listening material. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/5/22/episode-141-alice-vincent 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

May 22, 202041 min

Episode 140: Diva Week part five - Alocasia 'Polly'

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In the final instalment of Diva Week Mireia of Instagram account @borngardening joins me to discuss Alocasia 'Polly'. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/5/15/episode-140-diva-week 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

May 21, 202016 min

Episode 140: Diva Week part four - Begonia maculata 'Wightii' aka polka dot plant

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Today's diva plant is Begonia maculata 'Wightii', the polka dot begonia: Daniel Minton of Instagram account @minstera_ offers up some expert care tips on how to keep it looking lush. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/5/15/episode-140-diva-week 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

May 20, 202021 min

Episode 140: Diva Week part three - maidenhair ferns

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Maidenhair fern, from the genus Adiantum, are some of the biggest divas of the houseplant world. Matthew from Plant Daddy Podcast joins me to find out how to get your plants looking good. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/5/15/episode-140-diva-week 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

May 19, 202021 min

Episode 140: Diva Week part two - Cissus discolor aka begonia vine

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It's Diva Week! I'm bringing you expert advice on how to care for five demanding houseplants, broken down into bite-sized episodes every weekday. Today: begonia vine aka Cissus discolor, with care tips from horticulturist Leslie Halleck. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/5/15/episode-140-diva-week 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

May 16, 20207 min

Ep 140Episode 140: Diva Week part one - fiddle leaf fig

It's Diva Week! I'm bringing you expert advice on how to care for five demanding houseplants, broken down into bite-sized episodes every weekday. First up: Ficus lyrata, the fiddle leaf fig, with care tips from expert grower @planttrekker. For full show notes visit https://www.janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/2020/5/15/episode-140-diva-week 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

May 15, 202016 min