@@AlohaPlantLife ive been struggling so badly about plants. I live with 3 cats, and Id died if anything happens to them because of plants, u know? And on internet, the list is so poorly, no options, but you… you gave to me enough to make my home a jungle! Thank you!!!
Good video! Thank you for making it. I did want to comment that the plants you were calling Swedish Ivy are actually English Ivy. I have had a Swedish Ivy for at least 2 years, and have not had a single issue with any type of pest - much less spider mites. Of course, now I have jinxed myself. 😅
VARIEGATED Cast Iron is a darling of mine. It has irregular vertical stripes of cream, some wider, some thin---like pinstripes---and many solid green leaves. It is indeed long-lasting and sturdy, like cast iron...and SO easy to care! I'm away from home for weeks at a time, and this is one of the plants that I recommend to people who travel for extended periods of time. (Oh! Wouldn't that be a good topic for a video? Plants that will survive a 2-3 weeks vacation? Hoyas, snake plants, ponytail palm, ZZ...all of those could be featured.)
My menagerie now has a kitten and an 14 month old Golden, so this was very helpful !!! I really love your style, your knowledge, and your no-nonsense approach to plant care. Very refreshing! One question - I have always heard that ivy was very poisonous to pets-maybe it’s the Boston Ivy or some other variety. Do you know anything about this? Thanks!
Yes, “ivy” plants for the most part are all going to be toxic. The only type of what is commonly called “ivy” plant I can think of that is nontoxic is Swedish ivy.
The aluminum plant can be used as an aquarium/paludarium plant. It can be submersed but would be better as an emersed plant, like a plant grown by the water's edge.
I had a beautiful ciscus discolor for a couple of years. But they are divas concerning water...and will drop leaves like maple trees do in the fall. But they will drop their leaves any time you miss a watering day for them.
Hiya! It's the end of summer and I'm wondering what to do with my sun loving plants when it gets colder. Unfortunately, all the windows in my small flat have radiators underneath. I'm thinking of investing in grow lights and table top humidifiers for my tropical plants, but do you think I could put succulents and cacti on my South-facing windowsills? Will they dry out too much? Greetings from Belgium!
It’s hard for me to say not having experience with radiator heating. Do you have a way to test how hot the windowsill gets? I will link what I use to track temp and humidity at the bottom of this comment for you. If the entire area above the windowsill is getting too hot and totally killing the humidity level then what you are thinking of doing is definitely the way to go. If it doesn’t get too hot, then you could try leaving them there and just monitor for any humidity related issues. If the “air” above the windowsill isn’t getting too hot but the actual windowsill itself is getting really hot, then you could trying elevating your plants in some way. For example by using a candle holder or even another planter turned upside down. Hope this helps. Here’s what I use to track temp/humidity: www.amazon.com/dp/B0013BKDO8?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzan061ad3-20&creativeASIN=B0013BKDO8&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.264P6HM5BZY3J&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_m_asin
@@AlohaPlantLife Well... I asked my ophthalmologist about grow lights and he said I couldn't use them unless I wore sunglasses. I have very weak eyes. No biggy, I can get a big mirror, a humidifier and get creative. I've downloaded a light measuring app on my phone for a rough estimation, and I could always set up an IKEA greenhouse in the hallway of my building.
Correct they’re not which is why they’re not included in this video. If you’re referring to the plant in the video that has a common name of Rex Begonia vine, that plant is not actually a begonia it’s a Cissus discolor which is non-toxic💚
Wonderful content 💜 love it, thank you for sharing!
You’re welcome!! Thanks for watching!
@@AlohaPlantLife ive been struggling so badly about plants. I live with 3 cats, and Id died if anything happens to them because of plants, u know? And on internet, the list is so poorly, no options, but you… you gave to me enough to make my home a jungle! Thank you!!!
Good video! Thank you for making it. I did want to comment that the plants you were calling Swedish Ivy are actually English Ivy. I have had a Swedish Ivy for at least 2 years, and have not had a single issue with any type of pest - much less spider mites. Of course, now I have jinxed myself. 😅
I have 4 dogs, so this was wonderful! Thank you!
Wonderful!
This is a video i have been looking so badly! Thank you!!!!!!! ❤
You are so welcome!💚
You put out very good videos I have a rough collie he's never touched my plants but you never know so pet friendly is best way to go
This video could be classed as a must see for new pet humans as well as those who might forget. 🎉
I WISH I WOULD OF KNOWN THIS BEFORE I GAVE AWAY MY BEAUTIFUL PLANTS, WHEN I GOT MY CAT.
Watching video again Everytime I watch I see something I may have missed
VARIEGATED Cast Iron is a darling of mine. It has irregular vertical stripes of cream, some wider, some thin---like pinstripes---and many solid green leaves. It is indeed long-lasting and sturdy, like cast iron...and SO easy to care! I'm away from home for weeks at a time, and this is one of the plants that I recommend to people who travel for extended periods of time. (Oh! Wouldn't that be a good topic for a video? Plants that will survive a 2-3 weeks vacation? Hoyas, snake plants, ponytail palm, ZZ...all of those could be featured.)
Love this - thank you and my two little dogs thank you too! Q. Can I repot THESE PLANTS directly into cute pots?
If you want to, absolutely💚
My menagerie now has a kitten and an 14 month old Golden, so this was very helpful !!! I really love your style, your knowledge, and your no-nonsense approach to plant care. Very refreshing! One question - I have always heard that ivy was very poisonous to pets-maybe it’s the Boston Ivy or some other variety. Do you know anything about this? Thanks!
Yes, “ivy” plants for the most part are all going to be toxic. The only type of what is commonly called “ivy” plant I can think of that is nontoxic is Swedish ivy.
This video was very well done and very informative. It has been very helpful. I'm looking for a plant that my sister can have around her dachshund.
The aluminum plant can be used as an aquarium/paludarium plant. It can be submersed but would be better as an emersed plant, like a plant grown by the water's edge.
I had a beautiful ciscus discolor for a couple of years. But they are divas concerning water...and will drop leaves like maple trees do in the fall. But they will drop their leaves any time you miss a watering day for them.
Nice video
Hiya! It's the end of summer and I'm wondering what to do with my sun loving plants when it gets colder. Unfortunately, all the windows in my small flat have radiators underneath. I'm thinking of investing in grow lights and table top humidifiers for my tropical plants, but do you think I could put succulents and cacti on my South-facing windowsills? Will they dry out too much?
Greetings from Belgium!
It’s hard for me to say not having experience with radiator heating. Do you have a way to test how hot the windowsill gets? I will link what I use to track temp and humidity at the bottom of this comment for you. If the entire area above the windowsill is getting too hot and totally killing the humidity level then what you are thinking of doing is definitely the way to go. If it doesn’t get too hot, then you could try leaving them there and just monitor for any humidity related issues. If the “air” above the windowsill isn’t getting too hot but the actual windowsill itself is getting really hot, then you could trying elevating your plants in some way. For example by using a candle holder or even another planter turned upside down. Hope this helps. Here’s what I use to track temp/humidity: www.amazon.com/dp/B0013BKDO8?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzan061ad3-20&creativeASIN=B0013BKDO8&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.264P6HM5BZY3J&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_m_asin
@@AlohaPlantLife Thank you so much! I have a gyrometre that also measures temperature. I'll use that to see what the effect of heating is.
@@AlohaPlantLife Well... I asked my ophthalmologist about grow lights and he said I couldn't use them unless I wore sunglasses. I have very weak eyes. No biggy, I can get a big mirror, a humidifier and get creative. I've downloaded a light measuring app on my phone for a rough estimation, and I could always set up an IKEA greenhouse in the hallway of my building.
The variegated compacta is lower in price lately if u are still looking for it.
Thanks! I actually finally got one a few months back💚
I thought begonias were not pet safe???
Correct they’re not which is why they’re not included in this video. If you’re referring to the plant in the video that has a common name of Rex Begonia vine, that plant is not actually a begonia it’s a Cissus discolor which is non-toxic💚