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 204: thrips
Episode 203: a visit to the Millennium Seed Bank
Episode 202: jewel orchids
Episode 201: Q&A special
Midweek bonus 6: a botanical family quiz
Episode 200: what's changed since February 2017
Episode 199: indoor bonsai with @bonsai_raff
Episode 198: Lechuza Pon
Episode 197: tiny plants
Episode 196: houseplants at the Chelsea Flower Show 2021
Episode 195: bringing houseplants into prisons with The Glasshouse - plus a look at lucky bamboo
Episode 194: clear pots - the pros and cons
Episode 193: aroids with Peter Boyce
Episode 192: houseplants and mental health
Episode 191: A visit to aroid addict Tony Le-Britton, aka @notanotherjungle
Episode 190: Jane's five rules for houseplant care, plus the lowdown on aphids
Episode 189: moving houseplants outside for a summer holiday
Episode 188: getting started with terrariums
Episode 187: snake plants aka Sansevieria
Episode 186: rescuing plants with Sarah Gerrard-Jones
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