How Do You Care For Houseplants?

02/05/2023 55 min Episodio 26

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Episode 26: How Do You Care for Houseplants? - has houseplant expert, Jane Perrone, recommending ways you can keep your plants healthy.Episode Summary:This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Jane Perrone, a talented individual who has established herself as a prominent figure in the world of gardening, thanks to her exceptional plant expertise and entrepreneurial abilities. As a freelance journalist, she has contributed her writing skills to a variety of renowned publications, such as the Guardian, Gardens Illustrated, and The English Garden. But her passion for plants and gardening extends beyond the written word, as she has also become the host of the popular gardening podcast, On The Ledge, and the author of the captivating book, Legends of the Leaf.Listen as Jane explains appropriate potting soil mixes, watering your plants, and how to know if your plant is unhealthy.In this episode we discuss:00:00 - Requiem for the Dirt Man by Jason Beers01:07 - Introducing Jane Perrone01:37 - Plant Beginnings09:37 - Common Mistakes & How To Avoid Them12:03 - Researching Plants15:49 - Humidity19:21 - Knowing The Health of Your Plants23:10 - Understanding Watering30:12 - Soil & Potting35:27 - Beginner Plants39:44 - Where to Purchase Plants From41:13 - Propagation48:08 - Best Piece of Advice50:50 - Jane's Favorite Plant53:16 - Closing Remarks54:44 - Conclusion and InformationResources:Jane's WebsiteLegends of the LeafOn The LedgeVICE DocumentaryJason Beers' Bandcamp