Podcasts about verdant north

Hello quarantine friends! We are back with season 4 of Verdant North! Caroline and Dan talk about seeding and prep for the new growing season. Dan also delivers another quality Tree of the Day of the Week of the Pod! Visit us at www.verdantnorth.net or email us at verdantnorthteam@gmail.com. Support our podcast and online fun by donating at ko-fi.com/H2H2CDLO Thank you to Prozac Rat for letting us use their tunes Please visit their Bandcamp page www.prozacrat.bandcamp.com

On this Verdant North, Caroline and Dan tackle a couple of your questions, especially about what fluids to use with your plants and what not to use. Also, Dan gives us the run down on some wild and weird plants! Visit us at www.verdantnorth.net or email us at verdantnorthteam@gmail.com. Support our podcast and online fun by donating at ko-fi.com/H2H2CDLO Thank you to Prozac Rat for letting us use their tunes Please visit their Bandcamp page www.prozacrat.bandcamp.com

Welcome back to another season of Verdant North! Nicki brings the heat with some canned tomato based Bloody Marys. Caroline gives you some spring garden cleanup tips. Dan talks about his favorite cherry tree in his Tree of the Day of the Pod. Visit us at www.verdantnorth.net or email us at verdantnorthteam@gmail.com. Support our podcast and online fun by donating at https://ko-fi.com/H2H2CDLO Thank you to Prozac Rat for letting us use their tunes Please visit their Bandcamp page www.prozacrat.bandcamp.com

Happy Holidays from Verdant North! Nicki heats us up with some Hot Toddies. Caroline gives us the gardening rundown of beating the winter blues. Dan has his Tree of the Day and its 'berry' good. Visit us at www.verdantnorth.net or email us at verdantnorthteam@gmail.com.

Happy holidays from Verdant North! We are back from November hiatus and Caroline and Dan take your questions and answer them! Visit us at www.verdantnorth.net or email us at verdantnorthteam@gmail.com. A special thanks to Volkanus for letting us use their music! Visit their YouTube Channel here: www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_IChSttCWClXsvqg8wKoA Also, check out their rivals, Prozac Rat - prozacrat.bandcamp.com/

Welcome back to Verdant North! Caroline talks weevils. Dan makes his own shrub drink. And we celebrate Cory's birthday all year round! Visit us at www.verdantnorth.net or email us at verdantnorthteam@gmail.com. A special thanks to Volkanus for letting us use their music! Visit their YouTube Channel here: www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_IChSttCWClXsvqg8wKoA Also, check out their rivals, Prozac Rat - prozacrat.bandcamp.com/

Caroline from the Verdant North is a huge monarch butterfly fan, having even raised them in the past! In today's show she talks about that process, plus attracting them naturally to your garden. Learn More: Listen to the Verdant North Podcast  Keep Growing, Kevin Follow Epic Gardening Everywhere: YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Twitter  

Caroline and Dan from the Verdant North are beer and cocktail lovers, so naturally the conversation turned to alcohol and how to spice up your drinks with herbs from the garden. Learn More: Listen to the Verdant North Podcast Keep Growing, Kevin Follow Epic Gardening Everywhere: YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Twitter  

Today, we talk about some things you can do to avoid spreading diseases and pests from one plant to another. As you might guess, we're back with the Verdant North team! Learn More: Listen to the Verdant North Podcast Keep Growing, Kevin Follow Epic Gardening Everywhere: YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Twitter

Today we have the folks from The Verdant North on the podcast! Caroline and Dan are HILARIOUS and chock-full of gardening knowledge. You're sure to laugh a lot in this episode on pathogenic fungi and how to prevent it! Learn More: Check out The Verdant North Podcast! Keep Growing, Kevin Follow Epic Gardening Everywhere: YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Twitter  

Buying plants online is ridiculously easy - a few clicks and some fancy foliage plant or flowery specimen is on its way to you in the post. But it's a process that's fraught with potential problems. I recently did an interview for the BBC* about problems with online garden centres, but it was such a short chat that I really didn't get the chance to give many of the tips and suggestions I have up my sleeve, so I thought it was a good time to return to the subject here on On The Ledge. In this episode I offer up my tips for buying online and plant swaps by post. I also chat to Paul Holt (@greenwizzard on Instagram), creative director of N1 and W6 garden centres in London, to get some tips on what to do when you visit a plant shop in person.  *You can listen to my interview for BBC Radio 4's You & Yours consumer programme here - scroll down to 'online chapters' and select 'online gardening' to skip to the right segment.  Want to hear me talking about gardening more generally? Listen to my two-part interview with US gardening podcast Verdant North here and here And you can listen to my other podcast recommendation, Sharp, here Perrone's rules of plant ordering online 1. If it seems too good to be true, it probably is Amazing deals do come up online, but generally you do get what you pay for, so if you see that Philodendron 'Pink Princess' for $5, do think before you jump, because rare plants don't come cheap. Be extra suspicious and check everything out very carefully before you buy.  2. What you see isn't always what you get It's easy to be wowed by pictures of houseplants, but ask yourself, are the pictures showing the actual size of plants delivered? Some sellers will put up pictures of a plant that's the eventual size of the plant you have ordered, rather than the size it will arrive at your door. Look for information about pot size, plant height and so on: good sellers should make it abundantly clear whether the picture next to a description is the actual plant you are buying or not. If it's a cutting, are you buying rooted or unrooted? Will the plant be sent still in the pot or bareroot? All of these factors should influence the price you are paying. If it's not clear to you from the website, ask the seller - a good seller should be upfront about all this.  3. Check the courier Many houseplant sellers fall down not because of anything they have done wrong, but because the delivery company they employ to get your plants to you is unreliable. Check what company your seller uses, and investigate their reputation online. Steer clear of couriers who have poor reviews that talk of parcels being flung over fences. When buying multiple plants, make sure you know whether you'll pay a flat delivery fee for all of them, or an individual fee per plant - this can add considerably to your bill!  4. Be extra-cautious when buying from overseas Sometimes the only place to get hold of more choice varieties is a supplier outside your home country, but think carefully before proceeding on this one. Delivery costs can be sky-high, delivery slow, and there can be unexpected roadblocks like phytosanitary certificates and customs charges. Always choose a seller that has lots of experience selling overseas. 5. Reward great service with a five-star review The best plant sellers build their reputation on excellent customer service, so if you have had a good experience with a particular company, spread the word online and offline.  And what about online plant swaps? There are many groups on Facebook and elsewhere that are forums for those who want to swap houseplants, and it's a great way to expand your collection at low cost. That said, you have to have something to swap in the first place, so it can be hard before your collection really gets going. Bear in mind that not all swaps will be a good 'fit', so if someone doesn't want what you are offering, don't get grouchy, just find someone who does!  Once a deal has been agreed, keep your communications timely, polite and clear - let the other person know how and when their plant will be dispatched and hopefully you'll get the same information from you. If things do go wrong, try to resolve things calmly rather than going off the deep end - bear in mind that delivery services are not always reliable, and sometimes life gets in the way of plants! If you have an issue with a swapper, get in touch with the admin on the relevant group. Personally I'd avoid 'naming and shaming' posts as I just don't think they are helpful. We're discussing online plant buying and swapping etiquette and tips over on the Houseplant fans of On The Ledge Facebook group - please do join if you haven't already and add your thoughts!  And finally, if you've got a plant seller you think deserves a mention in my houseplant buying guides for the UK and the US, please let me know in the comments below, or drop me a line to ontheledgepodcast@gmail.com.  Question of the week  Audrey has a problem with a poorly Syngonium, aka goosefoot plant with browning leaves. This could be a symptom of many things, but if the leaf tips and edges are browning it's probably a sign of dry air. Syngoniums are, after all, close relatives of the Philodendron, that lover of moist air. I suggest popping the plant in a clear plastic bag for a few days to help pep it up.  Want to ask me a question? Tweet @janeperrone, leave a message on my Facebook page or email ontheledgepodcast@gmail.com.  Are you supporting On The Ledge on Patreon yet?  If you like the idea of supporting On The Ledge on a regular basis but don't know what Patreon's all about, check out the FAQ here: if you still have questions, leave a comment or email me - ontheledgepodcast@gmail.com If you're already supporting others via Patreon, just click here to set up your rewards! For those who prefer to make a one-off donation, you can still buy me a coffee! A donation of just £3 helps keep On The Ledge going: helping to pay for me to travel to interviews, and for expenses like website hosting and audio equipment. Don't forget to join the Facebook page for news of what's coming up on the show and bonus blogposts! If you prefer to support the show in other ways, please do go and rate and review On The Ledge on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you listen. It's lovely to read your kind comments, and it really helps new listeners to find the show. On The Ledge talks, live show and houseplant chats  I'll be making an appearance at Gardeners' World Live in Birmingham this month. The show is on for four days (June 14 to 17) but I am *only* appearing next Thursday - June 14 - on the Blooming Interiors stage - check out the schedule here. I will, with any luck, be wearing my brand new On The Ledge t shirt so I should be easy to spot the OTL logo! I am also going to be at the Hampton Court Palace Flower Show on the afternoon of July 4 giving talks on houseplants in the roses theatre - do join me if you can. And on the evening of Friday October 26 I'll be bringing a live show of On The Ledge to the RHS London Urban Garden show, with special guests including Alys Fowler and all kinds of leafy fun! Put those dates in your diary NOW! Credits This week's show featured Roll Jordan Roll by the Joy Drops, Hot Lips by Bill Brown and HIs Brownies, An Instrument the Boy Called Happy Day Gokarna by Samuel Corwin, and Overthrown by Josh Woodward, all licensed under Creative Commons.

Welcome to Verdant North season 2 bay-beiz! In this episode, Dan brings a lavender infused beverage and introduces his new segment, Tree of the Day! Caroline talks about her seeds and new crops for the coming growing season. Visit us at www.verdantnorth.net or email us at verdantnorthteam@gmail.com. A special thanks to Volkanus for letting us use their music! Visit their YouTube Channel here: www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_IChSttCWClXsvqg8wKoA Also, check out their rivals, Prozac Rat - prozacrat.bandcamp.com/

Thanks for joining us for this jolly jaunt into the Verdant North! Dan tells you how to protect your wonderland from winter wear and tear. Caroline takes it inside to talk about happenin’ holiday house plants. And webmaster Cory provides chuckles and soft commentary. Welcome to Minnesnowda Cory! Visit us at www.verdantnorth.net or email us at verdantnorthteam@gmail.com. A special thanks to Volkanus for letting us use their music! Visit their YouTube Channel here: www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_IChSttCWClXsvqg8wKoA Also, check out their rivals, Prozac Rat - prozacrat.bandcamp.com/

Welcome to Verdant North: The podcast that tells you how to keep your mums from turning into mummies! The high caliber people that cackle and consume craft cocktails while keeping you current with cool weather content. In this special FALLOWEEN EPISODE we discuss our spooky plans, hit you with a list of 10 fall things to do, and get tipsy with cider based beverages. Thanks for Tuuuuuu~uuuuuuning in to this episode of VERDANT NORTH! Visit us at www.verdantnorth.net or email us at verdantnorthteam@gmail.com. A special thanks to Volkanus for letting us use their music! Visit their YouTube Channel here: www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_IChSttCWClXsvqg8wKoA Also, check out their rivals, Prozac Rat - prozacrat.bandcamp.com/

On this Verdant North: Nicki gooses us right in the berries with some pretty pink gooseberry Mojitos. Dan brings some more mint to the table with some mint chutney. Caroline talks about propagating some annuals so you don’t have to buy them again in the spring. It’s gonna be rad, FEAR NOT! pop a squat and thanks for joining us for this episode of VERDANT NORTH. Visit us at www.verdantnorth.net or email us at verdantnorthteam@gmail.com. A special thanks to Volkanus for letting us use their music! Visit their YouTube Channel here: www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_IChSttCWClXsvqg8wKoA Also, check out their rivals, Prozac Rat - prozacrat.bandcamp.com/

Its the inaugural episode of Verdant North! Spirits Specialist Nicki Lyons teaches us the basics of good simple syrups for your cocktails and makes some amazing Paloma's. We also talk Mother's Day, and at its heart, the providence of flowers, plants and what we provide to our mothers. Caroline and Dan answer your questions and provide the timeless wisdom that it is okay to kill plants. Sounds contradictory? Well, you better listen to get the full details. Like, share and review us on your podcast player of choice! Visit us at www.verdantnorth.net or email us at verdantnorthteam@gmail.com. A special thanks to Volkanus for letting us use their music! Visit their YouTube Channel here: www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_IChSttCWClXsvqg8wKoA Also, check out their rivals, Prozac Rat - prozacrat.bandcamp.com/

Planting season has started and so has this podcast! Welcome to Verdant North, a Minneapolis based podcast, blog and informational tool for your gardening, food and drink needs. This is an introductory bonus episode for anyone needing a little more taste of Verdant North as we recorded this trial episode at Insight Brewing (www.insightbrewing.com). Like, share and review us on your podcast player of choice! Visit us at www.verdantnorth.net or email us at verdantnorthteam@gmail.com. A special thanks to Volkanus for letting us use their music! Visit their YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_IChSttCWClXsvqg8wKoA Also, check out their rivals, Prozac Rat - https://prozacrat.bandcamp.com/