Wow. This was an eye-opener for me. Almost ashamed of saying so since I should have known better since a rather experienced hobby gardener. But this misconception of fertilizers being food for plants is rather widespread.
it's absolutely nothing to be ashamed of; I'm a horticulturist and I only found out while studying for my qualification that Seasol and similar kelp extract products are not actually fertilisers, they're more like a boost for the plant. like drinking juice instead of having a meal. we learn new things constantly, and if we didn't, there would be no fun in it 🤷♀️
#5 no one talks about but is very important. People want to be 100% organic but they don't know what the true meaning is and why they want it. Great video, and to the point!
Thank you! I just subscribed, I appreciate your clear explanations. The part about being careful about using organic materials indoors was especially helpful and something I had a hunch about. Your clear explanation really clarified that.
I ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ your videos. I recommend your channel to any and everyone who tell me they want to learn about plants. I have been really missing your thorough videos from purchase to every angle of taking care of a plant. Can’t wait to see more of them.
I like the short video format! Please do more on indoor plant tips, particularly on pollination. I live in an apartment and this is the only way I can garden. Love from Sydney, Australia
#1 is a AHA moment for me ( fertilizer is not food for the plahnts Who knew?!).Really love how you explain the science of it all. I always hear you "when the plant is feeling well" and apply it to my plant-care such as pruning, propagating, repotting. My babies thank you🙏
Agreed! Most organic potting mixes I find have mold issues. Sometimes they kill the roots of the newer cuttings planted in them. I don't have a oven to sterilize them, so I use copper fungicide, but really I'm looking for a cheap and easier solution. Pumice is not widely available nearby.
Thank you so much for this eye opener on Fertilizers. You have dispelled most of my misconception in this matter. You guys are crystal clear in your info and that is what I like and I take every word of yours with utmost respect. Now I need your advice on how to detox my Schefflera, which I think I've overfertilized (healthy leaves are dropping off), though not by commercial fertilizers but by vermicompost.
Love watching a learning. There is so much that we take for granted with our plants. Thank you so much for all the info you have shown on your videos. I would love to see a video on Christmas Cactus. Mine are looking a little droopy right now. I have no idea why. Any answers would be great. Thanks again.
THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR KNOWLEDGE MAY GOD CONTINUE BLESSING U AND YOUR TEAM.YOU ARE SO GENTLE IN YOUR SPEECH.I AM SHARING YOUR VIDEOS WITH ALL MY FAMILY AND FRIENDS.I NO LONGER LOOK AT OTHER PLANT VIDEOS BECAUSE OF YOUR FULL EXPLANATION I FIND PEACE AND I AM ONLY FOLLOWING YOUR ADVICE.THANK U SIR.🖒🖒🖒💝💝💝
Hi I love your vidoes they have taught me more about the care for plants, but one plant I am afraid of losing is the bromeliads I have,I want to know how to care for them even more in detail for outdoor and indoor care, it would mean a lot thank you
I love your channel, I've gained so much knowledge from you. I just recently bought 3 bromeliads which seem quite happy on my kitchen counter under a fluorescent light. They also get some daylight as the galley kitchen is open to the living area. I didn't find any videos on bromeliads on your channel. Could you possibly help us out with one?
I like and I agree with everything you said except about organic fertilizers if you add a bio stimulant to your potted plant it will compensate the micro biome to bloom and to break down that organic fertilizer
Very informative. I like the 5 because it's easy to remember and the subjects you make videos of is just what we need to keep our plants healthy. Many of the advice you have given over time has made me a super mom got my Hoyas.. Thank you for that 😍
I'd like another tip video on this subject. Fertilize according to the text on the bottle. Ok, but which plants want less than that? I guess Orchids, anthuriums, and cacti. Any other? Should those have halft the amount and/or should they have less frequently?
Here fertilizing grains are used. You put them in the soil (on top). During watering a little bit is giving to the plant. Easy to use and cheaper than the liquid kind.
Can I change my monstera deliciosa soil cuz I think my monstera is getting black spots from too much soil cuz the pot is bigger than the plant, nevertheless it has so many earthworms and those worms do not look good at home. The current medium has been used is sand, but I want to grow it into coco peat+perlite+pumice. Should I change its soil?
Hi! I just got a beutiful silverspot begonia form ICA. Now I need advice for growing swedish begonias in Sweden from swedish people :) Are you planning any begonia videos?
I have a homalomena which I find to be easy to grow with soil moisture level being an important factor of care. I have found little information about this plant. Can you give direction on the how to of growing homalomena.
Another repeated request from me. Kindly make a detailed video on Areca Palms, which is a very popular plant here, at least in Bangalore (India), where I reside.
Could you please comment on what organic matter fertilizers are in usable form for indoor plants as opposed to those which would rely on microorganisms to break down? So, for instance, obviously raw compost materials would not break down - but how about compost tea? Or fermented nettle juice? Or earthworm castings? How about seaweed extract? Thanks in advance!
I’v used compost,nettle n comfrey teas for 50 years in horticulture but as the strength is so variable only outdoors or glasshouse/poly tunnels.in pots proprietary brand liquid seaweed is best in every way 👌
Vilken sorts näring bör jag använda när jag planterar endast i pimpsten och lera? Kan jag använda långtidsverkande pellets i blandningen eller är det bäst med hydroponisk näring?
Kan ni göra en video om hur man sköter Hartassbräken (Blue Star Fern)? Det sägs att den ska vara lättskött men jag vet inte om jag håller med dom verkar behöva högre luftfuktighet än andra växter... Stämmer det att man inte ska vattna på rhizomerna?
Thank you sooo much for this video! You must have heard me wondering constantly about this topic in last few months! 🤣 I still have a question though: Can I use a chicken poop from our chickens in a plant pot? And how old the plant needs to be to have a need for fertiliser? Thank you for your helpful videos! Wishing you good health!
I can’t tell you how many times I hear plant TH-camrs saying to fertilize your plants “every week”. That doesn’t strike me as sensible, since plants don’t require fertilizer in nature. If you are paying close attention to their needs, that should keep them fairly healthy. Fertilizer is not a panacea. It’s not a replacement for giving them the proper light, the right amount of water, and oxygen. It doesn’t make up for the most common problems, like overwatering. Why would a houseplant plant need fertilizer every week??
Informative as always. You guys rock. I wonder if you recommend any specific fertilizer mix. Seaweed? I have compost pellets that gradually release nutrients when I water and they seem to be working well. Unrelated, but I'm still trying to find out what kind of clay is mixed with your pumice for planting in pumice. I would like to go to that mixture but unsure how to proceed. Love your longer videos too! Don't stop making those!!!
I wish, back in the days, all the teachers in school were like you.
It's just so fun listening to you and learning from you.
Thank you I so appreciate your knowledge!
Like your videos. Best plant doctors on TH-cam!
Wow. This was an eye-opener for me. Almost ashamed of saying so since I should have known better since a rather experienced hobby gardener. But this misconception of fertilizers being food for plants is rather widespread.
it's absolutely nothing to be ashamed of; I'm a horticulturist and I only found out while studying for my qualification that Seasol and similar kelp extract products are not actually fertilisers, they're more like a boost for the plant. like drinking juice instead of having a meal. we learn new things constantly, and if we didn't, there would be no fun in it 🤷♀️
Fantastic and informative as usual! Love when your plants aren’t feeling well . . Don’t fertilize
#5 no one talks about but is very important. People want to be 100% organic but they don't know what the true meaning is and why they want it. Great video, and to the point!
Awesome information! Thank you so much!
Thank you ☺️
Hello! Very very useful thank you thank you have learnt a lot from you
Thank you
Thank you! I just subscribed, I appreciate your clear explanations. The part about being careful about using organic materials indoors was especially helpful and something I had a hunch about. Your clear explanation really clarified that.
You always have such good information. This one on fertilizing house plants helped me so much to understand what my houseplants are needing.
I ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ your videos. I recommend your channel to any and everyone who tell me they want to learn about plants. I have been really missing your thorough videos from purchase to every angle of taking care of a plant. Can’t wait to see more of them.
Thank you .. I always learn something from everyone of your videos, Jennifer from downunder
I like the short video format! Please do more on indoor plant tips, particularly on pollination. I live in an apartment and this is the only way I can garden. Love from Sydney, Australia
Great information! Thank you.
#1 is a AHA moment for me ( fertilizer is not food for the plahnts
Who knew?!).Really love how you explain the science of it all. I always hear you "when the plant is feeling well" and apply it to my plant-care such as pruning, propagating, repotting. My babies thank you🙏
I love watching houseplants related videos, it really helps me understand the needs of plants. Your videos are very helpful.
Thank you for the information! Very helpful
Great video ,thanks !!!
Very important suggestions. Thanks for sharing them. 🙂🙏
I like the way you break down, when is the best time to fertility your plants and what can be the problem when the plant start turning browm.
Agreed! Most organic potting mixes I find have mold issues. Sometimes they kill the roots of the newer cuttings planted in them. I don't have a oven to sterilize them, so I use copper fungicide, but really I'm looking for a cheap and easier solution. Pumice is not widely available nearby.
Brother, very useful information for indoor plant. Many many thanks. 🌷
Wow , Thanks for suggestions very usefull
Very informative video
Perfect! Thanks!
Thank you for the advice!
Thanks 😁 🥰
Thank you so much for this eye opener on Fertilizers. You have dispelled most of my misconception in this matter. You guys are crystal clear in your info and that is what I like and I take every word of yours with utmost respect. Now I need your advice on how to detox my Schefflera, which I think I've overfertilized (healthy leaves are dropping off), though not by commercial fertilizers but by vermicompost.
Sir, Your sraight forward and to the point. Kind thanks 🌼
Love watching a learning. There is so much that we take for granted with our plants. Thank you so much for all the info you have shown on your videos. I would love to see a video on Christmas Cactus. Mine are looking a little droopy right now. I have no idea why. Any answers would be great. Thanks again.
What about worm castings?
Very good advice 👍
THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR KNOWLEDGE MAY GOD CONTINUE BLESSING U AND YOUR TEAM.YOU ARE SO GENTLE IN YOUR SPEECH.I AM SHARING YOUR VIDEOS WITH ALL MY FAMILY AND FRIENDS.I NO LONGER LOOK AT OTHER PLANT VIDEOS BECAUSE OF YOUR FULL EXPLANATION I FIND PEACE AND I AM ONLY FOLLOWING YOUR ADVICE.THANK U SIR.🖒🖒🖒💝💝💝
Thanks you.
very nice video..very helpful
Very very informative
Excellent video.
These newbies need to see it.
This was so helpful and simple to understand!
thank you for making this video, it was very helpful :)
Hi thanks for your good tips. do we have any way to ask you a question about our plants?
THX!!!
Hi I love your vidoes they have taught me more about the care for plants, but one plant I am afraid of losing is the bromeliads I have,I want to know how to care for them even more in detail for outdoor and indoor care, it would mean a lot thank you
I love your channel, I've gained so much knowledge from you. I just recently bought 3 bromeliads which seem quite happy on my kitchen counter under a fluorescent light. They also get some daylight as the galley kitchen is open to the living area. I didn't find any videos on bromeliads on your channel. Could you possibly help us out with one?
Daaamn that was great.
I like and I agree with everything you said except about organic fertilizers if you add a bio stimulant to your potted plant it will compensate the micro biome to bloom and to break down that organic fertilizer
I wish to make a video how to revive a plant, when all leaves felt off.
Thanks for your videos.
Very informative. I like the 5 because it's easy to remember and the subjects you make videos of is just what we need to keep our plants healthy.
Many of the advice you have given over time has made me a super mom got my Hoyas.. Thank you for that 😍
Very helpful 🙏🏾
Thank you!
How can you be so scientific?you tell things that I have not seen ,read,heard. Thanks anyway,it was very helpful 👍.
thank you!
Omg this is so helpful!
What a wonderful video! You hear so many plant experts who say they fertilise everytime they water their plants!
I'd like another tip video on this subject. Fertilize according to the text on the bottle. Ok, but which plants want less than that? I guess Orchids, anthuriums, and cacti. Any other? Should those have halft the amount and/or should they have less frequently?
Here fertilizing grains are used. You put them in the soil (on top). During watering a little bit is giving to the plant. Easy to use and cheaper than the liquid kind.
Can I change my monstera deliciosa soil cuz I think my monstera is getting black spots from too much soil cuz the pot is bigger than the plant, nevertheless it has so many earthworms and those worms do not look good at home. The current medium has been used is sand, but I want to grow it into coco peat+perlite+pumice.
Should I change its soil?
I only use biochar frass and my microbial compost tea..
Hi! I just got a beutiful silverspot begonia form ICA. Now I need advice for growing swedish begonias in Sweden from swedish people :) Are you planning any begonia videos?
I was just thinking needed to fertilize, but really hot in Texas now
What about water from my fish aquarium? Good or bad idea?
That is how they grow shrimp in Vietnam, shrimp in water tanks fed by chicken poop from chickens running on metal screens above the tanks.
🌱💧🗝️✨🙏🏼♥️
which fertilizer is good for indoor plants ?
What about worm castings? That's what I use.
I have a homalomena which I find to be easy to grow with soil moisture level being an important factor of care. I have found little information about this plant. Can you give direction on the how to of growing homalomena.
Another repeated request from me. Kindly make a detailed video on Areca Palms, which is a very popular plant here, at least in Bangalore (India), where I reside.
So do u pour the liquid fertilizer directly onto the soil or plant or what?
Could you please comment on what organic matter fertilizers are in usable form for indoor plants as opposed to those which would rely on microorganisms to break down? So, for instance, obviously raw compost materials would not break down - but how about compost tea? Or fermented nettle juice? Or earthworm castings? How about seaweed extract? Thanks in advance!
I’v used compost,nettle n comfrey teas for 50 years in horticulture but as the strength is so variable only outdoors or glasshouse/poly tunnels.in pots proprietary brand liquid seaweed is best in every way 👌
@@gayefanner731 Thanks for your feedback!
@Pancake Pancake you’re welcome. God bless you,maranatha!
The nitrogen component is definitely food for the plant
how about people in tropical area. basically, fertilise throughout the year?
Vilken sorts näring bör jag använda när jag planterar endast i pimpsten och lera? Kan jag använda långtidsverkande pellets i blandningen eller är det bäst med hydroponisk näring?
Hi ,I have questions why my indoor plants are not shiny? and how I could clean them from dust ? Thank you for your response.
Kan ni göra en video om hur man sköter Hartassbräken (Blue Star Fern)? Det sägs att den ska vara lättskött men jag vet inte om jag håller med dom verkar behöva högre luftfuktighet än andra växter... Stämmer det att man inte ska vattna på rhizomerna?
Do you know what kind of plant is this please tell me thanks a lot!we're I can sent a photo to swow you?
I have a lot of fruit flies in my plant >< what do you do to help maintain your plants big-free?
Those are probably fungus gnats
how do I activate worm castings to use as fertilizer for my indoor plants
Thank you sooo much for this video!
You must have heard me wondering constantly about this topic in last few months! 🤣
I still have a question though:
Can I use a chicken poop from our chickens in a plant pot?
And how old the plant needs to be to have a need for fertiliser?
Thank you for your helpful videos!
Wishing you good health!
Rather strong n high nitrogen n high smelling🤧
I can’t tell you how many times I hear plant TH-camrs saying to fertilize your plants “every week”. That doesn’t strike me as sensible, since plants don’t require fertilizer in nature. If you are paying close attention to their needs, that should keep them fairly healthy. Fertilizer is not a panacea. It’s not a replacement for giving them the proper light, the right amount of water, and oxygen. It doesn’t make up for the most common problems, like overwatering. Why would a houseplant plant need fertilizer every week??
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Informative as always. You guys rock. I wonder if you recommend any specific fertilizer mix. Seaweed? I have compost pellets that gradually release nutrients when I water and they seem to be working well.
Unrelated, but I'm still trying to find out what kind of clay is mixed with your pumice for planting in pumice. I would like to go to that mixture but unsure how to proceed.
Love your longer videos too! Don't stop making those!!!