Jane Perrone chats to Dr. Ross Cameron about the impact that plants have on our physical and mental health.
For full show notes visit https://janeperrone.com/on-the-ledge/houseplants-health
Chapters0:02:53 Introduction to Dr. Ross Cameron and his new book
0:06:00 How plants can improve mental health
0:10:22 The power of scent
0:12:19 The connection between plants and our health
0:19:55 Q&A: Can worms be beneficial in houseplants?
0:26:19 Interview with Ross Cameron, part two
0:28:12 Phytoncides
0:30:52 Our bodies and brains influenced by microorganisms
0:33:54 How green walls work
0:36:58 Best practices for planting on walls and benefits
0:42:39 Future research on cultivating soil and beneficial organisms
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Episode 274: the black olive/shady lady/Bucida buceras tree
Episode 273: the hidden world of mosses
Episode 272: RHS plant trials and AGMs
Episode 271: Farmer Nick
Episode 270: carnivorous plants in the greenhouse
Episode 268: spiders and houseplants
Episode 267: container food growing
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