I’m new at the hobby of plants and I’m 67 yo. One of my new collections is a ZZ plant and it’s only about 12 inches tall. I didn’t realize a ZZ would get so large and I’m very excited!
I have a large ZZ that needs to be repotted soon. Thanks for the paper tip! I use similar system for hostas outside but never thought of employing that same idea indoors. You did! Brilliant.
First I never knew ZZ grow so big. I was First introduced to ZZ when my husband brought me a bouquet of flowers. I thought the greenery was so beautiful. That when I Google lens it. To date I have my own. Thanks.for.sharing
This is helpful. and I know what you mean about the roots being so bound in the pot, I made the mistake of leaving it in too long and the only solution was to bring out the sawzall, but I was able to make other plants for my kids and their friends, I’m also loving the stem supports, I’m heading to Lowe’s, my new stingray elephant ears is waiting in my bathtub, I’m treating it with the humidifier and light but leaves are dripping, thank you for showing me the easy fix!
Hi Beaner, Wow! What a story 😀 Thank you for sharing! Glad that 1 ZZ plant has made many kids happy. Well done! Alocasia Stingray is a beautiful plant. This article might be helpful: gardenforindoor.com/elephant-ear-leaves-drooping/ Green Cheers! 🌱
Hi Juliette, thank you for putting together this excellent video. Gosh, how much do I love ZZ’s! 😍💚 They are such beautiful, interesting and cool plants. This one was already looking spectacular, but you did such a great job to bring out even more of its beauty. 👏👏👏 I also loved your clear explanation and the paper technique for supporting the fronds while handling the plant is definitely a great one to remember. Those support stakes are so nice! Very minimal in appearance, but maximum result. I am gonna look for those, hopefully they’re available in the EU/The Netherlands as well! 🤞Thanks for providing the Amazon links! I’ll definitely be checking them out, as well as more of your content.
Hi Bas, Thank you so much for all your kind word. Means a lot to me! I am sure those stakes are available in Europe. Green Cheers! Thank you for watching 🌱
Hi! Thank you for watching! Yes, you may trim roots of ZZ plants, just do not remove more than 20% of those roots. May your plant grow happy and healthy! Green Cheers!
The ZZ plant is one of the easiest plants to manage in any space. You did an awesome job repotting that huge one! My ZZ Raven is almost as big so I really need to get a self-watering pot because I bottom water all my plants now so that will be more convenient. New subscriber here!
Hi Jackie, Thank you for watching and subscribing! Glad you are the ZZ plant fan too 😀. ZZ Raven is such a beautiful variety. May your plants grow happy and healthy! 🌱
Good afternoon juliette, nice to see you ... It's been a while, or, is the UA-cam algorithm is playing tricks on me ... 😆 Great video. Looking to by a ZZ raven soon so this video is going into my saved library files ... Thanks for posting... See you in the next one ... ✌️🙂🌞🪴
Hi!! We have been around 😀 I love ZZ raven- have one in my office 💚 Making some more videos about these amazing ZZ plants. Coming soon ‼️ Thank you for watching 🌱
@@Mycityplants I will check your video library to catch up ... The UA-cam algorithm must be a little wonkie still ... ✌️😉😄🪴 Wonkie: Something that is in less than perfect working condition but still somehow functions fairly well.
Muy bonita que quedo, super bien esos separadores me encantan taro esos tips, gracias, la mía la acabo de sacar toda se pudieron sus raíces 😪 haber si la puedo rescatar, ne gustaría saber si tienes algún video que me ayude , saludos desde Monterrey, México
Hi! Thank you for watching! Potting mix we use and love getgooddirt.com/product-category/dirt/ ** You will find all the info via the above link Green Cheers!
Hi, Thank you for watching. These are green wall self watering planters from Lechuza. Here is the link www.lechuza.world/promo/green-wall-home-kit-glossy-scarlet-red-high-gloss/13525.html#cgid=Pflanzgefaesse ** Chose the country on the top left corner to see if they deliver to your area :) Green Cheers 🌱
Just bought my first ZZ, a small one that is already bursting out of its 4 inch nursery pot. Obviously needs Repotting, but my question is how deep to plant it. In its current pot The bulbs/tubers/I don’t know what to call them are about half above ground. When I move it to a new pot should I put it deeper so they are buried, or do they need to stay exposed like that? Thanks in advance, and thank you for your wonderful tutorials!
Hi Melody, You may repot your ZZ in 6" pot. You do need to pot the plant too deep. Set it up so the bulbs are covered with soil. Green Luck! 🌱 Thank you for watching!
Hi! You need a well draining potting mix! We use peat moss based potting mix with perlite for extra porosity mycityplants.com/collections/potting-mix/products/indoor-potting-mix You add perlite to your potting mix to provide a better drainage. Thank you for watching 🪴
Hello Daniella, Thank you for watching 🌱 "Cascading" is natural for ZZ plants. Stems that are shorter might straighten up after being supported for some time and stakes can be removed. Long stems will not and, if you like the plant to be more upright, stakes need to stay :) Green Cheers!
Hi Gran, There are a few ways to propagate ZZ plants: Division, Stem and Leaf propagation methods. ***Propagating ZZ plants from leaf or stem takes time. So be patient :) DIVISION - instant result STEM propagation - FASTER 1-2 month or so LEAF propagation - LONGER 3-4 months DIVIDING Each rhizome (bulb) is a separate plant. You can take your plant apart and pot separated peaces in different pots or group a few together in one pot. Ok to cut roots if needed (no more than 20%) so the plant fits well in its new pot + provide more room for roots to continue growing. LEAF/STEM propagation You can propagate stems or leaves in soil or water. I prefer the water propagation method. Water propagation allows me to see what is going on + I feel this method is a bit faster :) When propagating in water, change water frequently. If the water gets cloudy, wash the container with dish soap before filing it up with fresh water. For faster results, place cuttings in a Bright Indirect light - direct long sunlight exposure is not recommended unless you place them by the East facing window where the Morning sun is very gentle. Stem Cuttings Cut off a stem at the base of your plant, making a straight cut with a sanitized knife/scissors. Place the cutting in water. When the cutting has grown at least one inch of new roots, it’s time to pot it in soil! Leaf Cuttings Cut off a leaf as close to the main stem as possible, taking a little bit of the leaf stem with it. Place the leaf’s stem in water. When leaves have grown at least one inch of new roots, it’s time to pot it in soil! Green Luck & Thank you for watching 🌱
My cats ate a few of my zz plants leaves 😢 and half a stem broke off.. how do I help it? Do I remove the half eaten leaves and what do I do with a broken off stem? I need to re pot him too
Hi! I hope you cat did not get a bit sick after chewing on ZZ plant, as it can result in vomiting... Yes, cut broken stems all the way down to the soil level. New stems will grow back :) Green Cheers!
Hi! Yes, the plant can be pruned. The owner of this plant wanted to keep the stems as they are. How to prune ZZ plants video is in the making. ‼️ Thank you for watching 🌱
Hi! Thank you for watching! 🌱 Yes, you can use the reservoir. If the pant is not getting any sun light, fill up the reservoir 3/4 way up. If the plant is getting sun exposure, fill up to Max. IMPORTANT- after the ZZ plant used all the water and the reservoir is empty, WAIT until the soil is completely dry all the way through before refilling the reservoir. Here is my video about how to water plants in Lechuza self-watering planters: bit.ly/3bWSmRs Green Luck!
Hi Miss Torres, Best is to use any well-draining potting mix/soil. There are plenty to choose from. I use this potting mix (peat moss base) mycityplants.com/collections/potting-mix/products/indoor-potting-mix Thank you for watching! Green Cheers! 🌱
Just crossed your video..I heard you say 5-7 inches larger..so many people say upsize 1-2 sizes...so if the previous pot was 10 inches..I would go up to 12 inches in or is this not correct
Hi Kim, For a large + very root bound ZZ plants one may repot it in a pot that is 5-7 inches larger. For your 10" ZZ plant you may use 12"-14" pot Green Cheers and Thank you for watching! 🌱
ZZ plants don't like to be rootbound and whenever I purchase them they're rootbound, potted in 100% cocoa coir, and need repotted. When I repot them, should I remove as much cocoa coir as I can, or place it all in the larger pot with newer, better soil around it? I've heard it's not good to grow them in 100% cocoa coir, is this true? My many other ZZ plants are potted in a mixture of potting soil, bark, and perlite and do great.
Hi! Thank you for watching 🌱 I would keep the original potting mix and just add fresh potting mix around the plant. May your ZZ plant grow happy and healthy!
Hi! Thank you for watching 🌱 It takes 3-5 years to grow a ZZ plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) from a 1-2 stem plant into a fully grown plant. They grow on average 4-6 new stems per year and gain about an inch or so in diameter per year. The most active growth period is Spring to Fall. In tropical climates, ZZ plants will continue to grow all year round.
I have a schefflera that is strictly in pon and it is growing like CRAZY!. I would like to know if I could take it out of pon and repot it on soil with a layer of pon at the bottom. I'm afraid because the roots are water roots and transferring to soul may kill it. What would you advise?. It is growing so fast. The stalks and leaves as well. I have it in a regular pot sitting in a reservoir of water. It's about a 10 inch pot. I'm so afraid to disturb it, because it is so healthy in the pon, just really growing super fast. Thank you.
Hi! The plant will adopt and grow in soil but I think, if the plant is happy, leave it as is. You may prune the plant to any desired shape/width/height if it grows too big. You can also propagate cuttings in water if you want to have more of schefflera in your home. Thank you for watching 🌱
Hi! Congratulations! 👏 This is great! If your plant is mature, strong and healthy, you can simply let the flowers be and enjoy them. Blooming takes a lot of your plant’s energy and it would be better to cut flowers off if you have any concerns about your ZZ plant or if your plant is very young. Green Cheers 🌱
I love your videos! I just got a White BOP and I've noticed some black spots on the edges. :( Do you think its over or under watering?! I've been letting the soil dry out but it's still in the nursery pot and very root bound!
I've only had my ZZ plant for 3 weeks. The leaves look green and healthy, but at the base where they meet the stem some have a thick brown crust. Is this a pest? How can I treat it?
Hi! Thank you for watching! If you are referring to the "leaf-like" wrapping at the bottom of the stem, this is not an issue. It is a protective cover for new young stems. Once the stem grows, this cover can be removed if desired. Green Cheers & May your ZZ plant grow happy and healthy!
I am so glad I found your videos. I just adopted a zz plant and the stems are spread outwards, not like the plant in your video with the straight stem at the bottom and the stem towards the top bending outwards maybe due to the weight. Is there anyway I can make the stems align straighter than they are? Not sure if using the stakes alone would help ..
Hi Tia, Thank you for watching! 🌱 Cascading is a part of this plant behavior :) Some cascade more, some less. The only way to keep this plant in a "straight" shape is to prune older long cascading stems. Pruning also helps to keep the plant in a fuller shape.
Hello Fran, Thank you for watching 🌱 We sell these here mycityplants.com/collections/lechuza-floor-planters/products/lechuza-cubico-40-planter-white Green Cheers!
Awesome..I hope my ZZ get that large and remain healthy...how long did it take for this plant to get so large and did you do anything special/different with this plant to help it's growth? What are you using to wipe your plants clean
Hi Kim, This plant is about 3 years old. To get it in a full shape and keep your ZZ plant healthy: - Feed Spring - Summer. Here is the video when and how bit.ly/3teZEaw If you are in the US, you may purchase the plant food we use - the best in my opinion mycityplants.com/products/all-purpose-fertilizer ** any other fertilizer - use half of the recommended dose - Rotate frequently to provide equal light exposure to all sides. ZZ plants do best and grow faster in medium-bright light. - Prune back any outgrown stems. - Clean leaves. *For weekly/bi-weekly cleaning I use Swiffer amzn.to/3iWPLuI Watch how I do it here ua-cam.com/users/shortspfKaGJvbxg0 *You can also use this microfiber gloves amzn.to/3gMyjfu Short video about it ua-cam.com/users/shortsMLNOd4JbRhk * Deep cleaning once every 1-2 months - use wet paper towel. You may also add a drop or two of dish soap in 20oz of water - helps to remove any pest presence - I would also recommend using Neem Oil amzn.to/2un4fcz for all your plants as a preventative measure during Spring-Summer or when you have a sick plant at home. Spray leaves (top and under), stems and top soil. Spray lightly once every 2-3 weeks. May your plant grow happy and healthy! Thank you for watching ! 🌱
@@Mycityplants I was wondering if miracle gro water soluble all purpose plant food is different from your brand? Finding a good fertilizer for a newish plant parent is overwhelming. I am going to order your product but I was looking for something I could grab today. What are your thoughts
If your ZZ plant is new (less than 12 months) - there is plenty of fertilizer in the soil still as growers add it when growing plants. Please watch our video about when and how to fertilize plants bit.ly/3teZEaw Green Cheers! 🌱
I did something so so stupid, I almost can’t talk about it. My beautiful ZZ plant had three stalks that were much bigger that the rest of the plant and I trimmed them down halfway down their stalks. It looks terrible!!! I’m still in shock at my dumb move. The ZZ plant is in an eastern facing room and there’s been no growth really this entire season. However, last year in the same location it had 6 new stalks so I know the light is fine for it. How do I promote growth? Should I trim those stalks down to the ryzome? I need a ZZ plant doctor. Please help!
Hi Yana, Thank you for watching our videos. Don't be upset. Look at it like the ZZ plant got a bad haircut BUT the good news is, just like hair, it will all grow back 😀 Yes, cut the stems all the way down to the ryzome. You should feed you ZZ plant every year during its active growth period from early Spring (March) till Fall (September). We feed our plants with the plant food that can be used anytime of the year as it is a very gentle formula, and you can get it and feed your plant now for just a couple of months. Then start feeding it again in March. Plant Food: mycityplants.com/products/all-purpose-fertilizer Video "How and When to fertilize plants": bit.ly/3teZEaw May your plant grow happy and healthy!
Hi! You can definitely try! If you manage to remove it, plant can be divided and smaller parts potted back to the same pot. You may pot remaining parts in a different pot(s) as well. Thank you for watching 🌱
Hi! Thank you for watching our videos! 🌱 Yes, you can propagate ZZ plants from cutting or leaves. Here is a very helpful article about how: houseplantcentral.com/how-to-propagate-a-zz-plant/ Green Cheers!
Haii. Can I know how the self watering pot functioning? Curious. A few of my plant always dead when i go to vacation. My brother didnt help me with watering it while he at home😭
Hi! The self-watering planters will definitely help and there are will be no need to ask anyone to look after your plants:) Plant uses water from the reservoir when it needs it. On average, reservoir needs to be refilled once every 3 weeks for medium size plants. I think this video will explain a bit more about how to water plants in self-watering planters bit.ly/3bWSmRs Thank you for watching 🌱
Hi Aldrin, Yeah, can be challenging.... In this case you may try these round plant stakes amzn.to/3h1o7NQ as they can be placed closer to the pot's edge. If there is no room there as well, may be it is time to repot your ZZ 😀 Green Luck & Thank you for watching 🌱
Hi! Nothing is forever :) Older stems of ZZ plants will continue growing for some time and then will die off while new ones are growing. Best to regularly prune your plant to keep it in its best shape. Thank you for watching!
Hi Arlene, A few reasons why ZZ plant is not growing or growing too slow: - Lack of nutrients - Insufficient light - Pot too big Hope this is helpful! Green Cheers and Thank you for watching 🌱
My boy Zen isn’t absorbing water well, water runs straight through and the leaves are thin and dry. Would you advise keeping in same pot but adding new soil. He’s root bound and could use separate pots, however I dont want him to go in total shock since it’s winter.
Hi, Thank you for watching 🌱 You may use "bottom" watering method for your plant. All you need to do is set your plant (be sure it has drainage holes) into the bathtub, sink, or another container and fill it up with a 2-3 inches of water. Wait for 15 to 20 minutes, the plant should absorb the exact amount it needs. When you are ready to repot, chose a pot with the drainage that is 2-3 inches larger than the pot it is in right now. Green Luck!
ZZ Plant Care (ultimate guide) ➡ mycityplants.com/plant-care/zz-plant-care-guide
I love the tip about wrapping the plant up first.
Thank you! Means a lot!
Green Cheers!
Great presentation, very clearly spoken at a good speed to enable people to take in everything you say. Thank you.
Thank you for your feedback! Means a lot!
Green Cheers 🌱
Exactly what I needed to Know!!! You are awesome and I was just about to repot my ZZ!! Learned so much from you.
Woohoo! Thank you. Green Cheers!
I’m new at the hobby of plants and I’m 67 yo. One of my new collections is a ZZ plant and it’s only about 12 inches tall. I didn’t realize a ZZ would get so large and I’m very excited!
Woohoo! Welcome to the world of plants!
ZZ plants are amazing! Wishing you a fun green journey! 🌱
Great presentation. My ZZ plant got so big that I had to divide it into three plants.
More zz - better !! 👏😀 Thank you for watching 🌱
@@Mycityplants you are Oooh 😮 😅oiiiooo😊
w😮 WOW
I had no idea Zee zee got that Big. Oh My mind is getting pretty big
What a presentation! The plants all look so healthy and alive. Just like you.
Thanks
Hello Steve,
Thank you for watching 🌱
Green Cheers!
I have a large ZZ that needs to be repotted soon. Thanks for the paper tip! I use similar system for hostas outside but never thought of employing that same idea indoors. You did! Brilliant.
Wooohoo! Thank you, Kyra! 🌱
FANTASTIC PRESENTATION!!
Hi Lorraine,
Thank you! Green Cheers! 🌱
금전수가 멋지게 자랐군요. 윤기있게 잘 가꾼 잎을 보니 정성이 느껴집니다. 분갈이할때 묵은 뿌리를 잘라주는건 좋은 아이디어 같아요.
Thank you Julia this very helpful I learned a lot from watching your videos ❤️❤️❤️❤️💚
Thank you!!!! Green Cheers!
First I never knew ZZ grow so big. I was First introduced to ZZ when my husband brought me a bouquet of flowers. I thought the greenery was so beautiful. That when I Google lens it. To date I have my own. Thanks.for.sharing
Thank you, Koookie, for sharing. Hope your ZZ plant grows big as well 🌱
This is helpful. and I know what you mean about the roots being so bound in the pot, I made the mistake of leaving it in too long and the only solution was to bring out the sawzall, but I was able to make other plants for my kids and their friends, I’m also loving the stem supports, I’m heading to Lowe’s, my new stingray elephant ears is waiting in my bathtub, I’m treating it with the humidifier and light but leaves are dripping, thank you for showing me the easy fix!
Hi Beaner,
Wow! What a story 😀 Thank you for sharing!
Glad that 1 ZZ plant has made many kids happy. Well done!
Alocasia Stingray is a beautiful plant.
This article might be helpful: gardenforindoor.com/elephant-ear-leaves-drooping/
Green Cheers! 🌱
I'm so glad I found you. I really love your tutorials.
Welcome and thank you for watching 🌱
I have my zizi for over 3 yrs but the most branch I ever get is 3 and it takes so long to put a branch out. What should I do
Super helpful video! Thank you!
Thank YOU!
Hi Juliette, thank you for putting together this excellent video. Gosh, how much do I love ZZ’s! 😍💚 They are such beautiful, interesting and cool plants. This one was already looking spectacular, but you did such a great job to bring out even more of its beauty. 👏👏👏 I also loved your clear explanation and the paper technique for supporting the fronds while handling the plant is definitely a great one to remember. Those support stakes are so nice! Very minimal in appearance, but maximum result. I am gonna look for those, hopefully they’re available in the EU/The Netherlands as well! 🤞Thanks for providing the Amazon links! I’ll definitely be checking them out, as well as more of your content.
Hi Bas,
Thank you so much for all your kind word. Means a lot to me!
I am sure those stakes are available in Europe.
Green Cheers! Thank you for watching 🌱
Fantastic tips and great advise. Thank you for this video.
Hi Lan,
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for watching 🌱
Juliette! You are amazing 👏 ❤️
Thank you, Eleni 🌱
I had no idea you could trim roots! *Mind blown!*
😀 Thank you for watching! 🌱
Me too
Probably my favourite plant
Mine too 👍 Thank you for watching 🌱
Woah! I didn't know those plants got those big!
Yeah!!!! ZZ plants can grow up to 5 feet. 🌱
@@Mycityplants I purchased one two days ago, but I got a raven. It is so pretty!
Wow look beautiful thank you for sharing ❤❤👍
Hi Eang,
Thank you for watching 🌱
Awesome video my dear... thanks
Thank you !!! 💚🌱
Zz plant so good .wooooooow😀
Thank you for watching 🌱
Thanks. Just wanted to know if it is ok to trim the roots. Thanks for sharing
Hi! Thank you for watching!
Yes, you may trim roots of ZZ plants, just do not remove more than 20% of those roots.
May your plant grow happy and healthy! Green Cheers!
Nice big zz🌳
Thank you for watching 🌱
I like your video about zz plant repotting you doing awesome job.
Thank you!!! 🌱
Wow! That is a beautiful zz plant! 😍😍😍
Hi Lexie,
I think so too! 😀
Thank you for watching 🌱
The ZZ plant is one of the easiest plants to manage in any space. You did an awesome job repotting that huge one! My ZZ Raven is almost as big so I really need to get a self-watering pot because I bottom water all my plants now so that will be more convenient. New subscriber here!
Hi Jackie,
Thank you for watching and subscribing!
Glad you are the ZZ plant fan too 😀. ZZ Raven is such a beautiful variety.
May your plants grow happy and healthy! 🌱
Great video. Thank you! :)
Hi!
Glad you like the video.
Thank you for watching 🌱
Very informative! Thank you!!
You are so welcome! Thank you for watching 🌱
So nice glad to see
Thank you for watching! Green Chers!
You are awesome. I have learned so much. Thank you ❤
I'm so glad! Thank you for watching 🌱
Hello thank you for a great informative vid. Would it be a problem if stakes goes through the potato like roots?
Hi Kane,
It is best to avoid the stick punching through the root.
Minor root damage will not affect the ZZ plant's health overall.
Green Cheers 🌱
@@Mycityplants Thank you.
Merci pour les conseils ❤
Very cool !
Great video. Very well explained.
You are a pro.
Thanks.
And hop, I subscribe directly.
Hi Helen,
Thank you for subbing! Glad you find our videos helpful & like them! 🌱
Beautiful thank you so much
Hi Gran,
Thank you for watching 🌱
merci. très bien votre vidéo
Hello Marie,
Thank you for watching 🌱
Like your gray planter to the left of my screen … where did you get it? Thank you.
Hi! This is self-watering Rondo planter by Lechuza. You may find it here: amzn.to/42MmsSs
Green Cheers!
Thank you it doesn’t look like it’s plastic. Perfect height for a patio.
@@Mycityplants I looked they sell them on Amazon expensive, huh?
Hi! These pots are high quality product with a smart sub-irrigation system and that is why the price is higher :) Green Cheers!
I love Zz plant❤❤
Me too!!!
Thank you for watching!
Good afternoon juliette, nice to see you ... It's been a while, or, is the UA-cam algorithm is playing tricks on me ... 😆
Great video. Looking to by a ZZ raven soon so this video is going into my saved library files ... Thanks for posting...
See you in the next one ... ✌️🙂🌞🪴
Hi!! We have been around 😀
I love ZZ raven- have one in my office 💚
Making some more videos about these amazing ZZ plants. Coming soon ‼️
Thank you for watching 🌱
@@Mycityplants I will check your video library to catch up ... The UA-cam algorithm must be a little wonkie still ...
✌️😉😄🪴
Wonkie: Something that is in less than perfect working condition but still somehow functions fairly well.
I enjoyed your vidéo so much. So i’ m goinfre to do thé samething. Thanks so much
Thank you for watching! Green Luck 🌱
thanks, good video, appreciate
very much , learn many things,
ZZ plant shows its easy to
take care., and repoting.p
Hi Myrna,
Thanks for watching! Green Cheers! 🌱
I never saw a zz this huge!
Hi Christine,
Thank you for watching 🌱
If you have ZZ plants at home, you will see that with a proper care they will grow as big for you too 😀
Very glad to see this video, thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for watching 🌱
Great video. Thank you
Glad you liked it! Thank you for watching 🌱
Superb video👍👍 liked ur video🎥❤❤
Thank you for watching 🌱
🌱❤️Ilove it 🙏
Muy bonita que quedo, super bien esos separadores me encantan taro esos tips, gracias, la mía la acabo de sacar toda se pudieron sus raíces 😪 haber si la puedo rescatar, ne gustaría saber si tienes algún video que me ayude , saludos desde Monterrey, México
Hi what is the long plant name of the one behind you at left background please it looks beautiful?
Hi! Thank you for watching!
The tall plant behind me is Dracaena Rikki - one of my favorites!
Green Cheers!
Great video Juliette, any specific potting soil you recommend?
Hi!
Thank you for watching!
Potting mix we use and love getgooddirt.com/product-category/dirt/
** You will find all the info via the above link
Green Cheers!
LOVED THIS!
Hi Audrey,
Thank you for watching 🌱
I the way u have plant hanging in the wall.. floating... may I ask where u got them
Hi,
Thank you for watching.
These are green wall self watering planters from Lechuza.
Here is the link www.lechuza.world/promo/green-wall-home-kit-glossy-scarlet-red-high-gloss/13525.html#cgid=Pflanzgefaesse
** Chose the country on the top left corner to see if they deliver to your area :)
Green Cheers 🌱
Very beautiful
Thank you for watching 🌱
I already have 3 varieties of zz plant i really like them
Woohoo! May your plants grow happy and healthy!
Thank you for watching 🌱
I love your channel
Thank you for watching 🌱
I definitely need to purchase some support steaks now that my Zee zee has gotten bigger.
👍
Thank you for watching!
You're welcome 🤗
You are amazing 👏 ❤️ 💖 💕 💗 ❤
Thank you so much 😀
Nice ZZ Plant! I have one, however not that large yet....:) Love the background music track!!!!
It will grow!!! Thanks! 🌱
Just bought my first ZZ, a small one that is already bursting out of its 4 inch nursery pot. Obviously needs Repotting, but my question is how deep to plant it. In its current pot The bulbs/tubers/I don’t know what to call them are about half above ground. When I move it to a new pot should I put it deeper so they are buried, or do they need to stay exposed like that? Thanks in advance, and thank you for your wonderful tutorials!
Hi Melody,
You may repot your ZZ in 6" pot. You do need to pot the plant too deep. Set it up so the bulbs are covered with soil. Green Luck! 🌱
Thank you for watching!
Re-pot the plant at the same depth in the soil as it currently is, just in a bigger and deeper pot so the roots have more space to grow in the soil.
Mind blowing!!!
THANK YOU!
What kind of soil is required for zz plant
Hi! You need a well draining potting mix! We use peat moss based potting mix with perlite for extra porosity mycityplants.com/collections/potting-mix/products/indoor-potting-mix
You add perlite to your potting mix to provide a better drainage.
Thank you for watching 🪴
@mycityplant. Will it ever stand on its on without the stakes?
Hello Daniella,
Thank you for watching 🌱
"Cascading" is natural for ZZ plants.
Stems that are shorter might straighten up after being supported for some time and stakes can be removed.
Long stems will not and, if you like the plant to be more upright, stakes need to stay :)
Green Cheers!
Hi Julia I’d like to know Haley to propagate a zz plant 😍
Hi Gran,
There are a few ways to propagate ZZ plants: Division, Stem and Leaf propagation methods.
***Propagating ZZ plants from leaf or stem takes time. So be patient :)
DIVISION - instant result
STEM propagation - FASTER 1-2 month or so
LEAF propagation - LONGER 3-4 months
DIVIDING
Each rhizome (bulb) is a separate plant.
You can take your plant apart and pot separated peaces in different pots or group a few together in one pot.
Ok to cut roots if needed (no more than 20%) so the plant fits well in its new pot + provide more room for roots to continue growing.
LEAF/STEM propagation
You can propagate stems or leaves in soil or water.
I prefer the water propagation method. Water propagation allows me to see what is going on + I feel this method is a bit faster :)
When propagating in water, change water frequently.
If the water gets cloudy, wash the container with dish soap before filing it up with fresh water.
For faster results, place cuttings in a Bright Indirect light - direct long sunlight exposure is not recommended unless you place them by the East facing window where the Morning sun is very gentle.
Stem Cuttings
Cut off a stem at the base of your plant, making a straight cut with a sanitized knife/scissors.
Place the cutting in water.
When the cutting has grown at least one inch of new roots, it’s time to pot it in soil!
Leaf Cuttings
Cut off a leaf as close to the main stem as possible, taking a little bit of the leaf stem with it.
Place the leaf’s stem in water.
When leaves have grown at least one inch of new roots, it’s time to pot it in soil!
Green Luck & Thank you for watching 🌱
Great! Thank you!!
Hi Tatar,
Thank you for watching! Green Cheers 🌱
My cats ate a few of my zz plants leaves 😢 and half a stem broke off.. how do I help it? Do I remove the half eaten leaves and what do I do with a broken off stem? I need to re pot him too
Hi! I hope you cat did not get a bit sick after chewing on ZZ plant, as it can result in vomiting... Yes, cut broken stems all the way down to the soil level. New stems will grow back :) Green Cheers!
Is the tuber covered completely with dirt?
Hi! Please clarify you question. Thank you.
Super dear
..I am in india
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Hi! Thank you for watching 🪴
@@Mycityplants 🥰🥰
Great Video. Question, why didn’t you add PON in the bottom of the pot?
Thanks
Hi!
The Pon was added at the bottom. it is just was not shown in the video :) 🌱
@@Mycityplants oh, thank you! 🙏
Love it ❤️
Thank you for watching 🌱
Would it be better to remove the bent stems and allow new growth rather than supporting them?
Hi! Yes, the plant can be pruned. The owner of this plant wanted to keep the stems as they are.
How to prune ZZ plants video is in the making. ‼️
Thank you for watching 🌱
Hi Juliette. Thank you for your videos!
Do I still use water system for this plant? I know they don’t like water much.
Hi! Thank you for watching! 🌱
Yes, you can use the reservoir.
If the pant is not getting any sun light, fill up the reservoir 3/4 way up.
If the plant is getting sun exposure, fill up to Max.
IMPORTANT- after the ZZ plant used all the water and the reservoir is empty, WAIT until the soil is completely dry all the way through before refilling the reservoir.
Here is my video about how to water plants in Lechuza self-watering planters: bit.ly/3bWSmRs
Green Luck!
Hi Juliette, what type of soil do you recommend for the ZZ plant?
Hi Miss Torres,
Best is to use any well-draining potting mix/soil. There are plenty to choose from.
I use this potting mix (peat moss base) mycityplants.com/collections/potting-mix/products/indoor-potting-mix
Thank you for watching! Green Cheers! 🌱
What potting mix you used??
Hi Princess,
Here is the link mycityplants.com/products/indoor-potting-mix
Thank you for watching 🌱
Just crossed your video..I heard you say 5-7 inches larger..so many people say upsize 1-2 sizes...so if the previous pot was 10 inches..I would go up to 12 inches in or is this not correct
Hi Kim,
For a large + very root bound ZZ plants one may repot it in a pot that is 5-7 inches larger.
For your 10" ZZ plant you may use 12"-14" pot
Green Cheers and Thank you for watching! 🌱
Beautiful voice.
:) Thank you for watching! 🌱
ZZ plants don't like to be rootbound and whenever I purchase them they're rootbound, potted in 100% cocoa coir, and need repotted. When I repot them, should I remove as much cocoa coir as I can, or place it all in the larger pot with newer, better soil around it? I've heard it's not good to grow them in 100% cocoa coir, is this true? My many other ZZ plants are potted in a mixture of potting soil, bark, and perlite and do great.
Hi!
Thank you for watching 🌱
I would keep the original potting mix and just add fresh potting mix around the plant.
May your ZZ plant grow happy and healthy!
What a stunning zz plant! Do you know how old it is?
Hi! Thank you for watching 🌱
It takes 3-5 years to grow a ZZ plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) from a 1-2 stem plant into a fully grown plant.
They grow on average 4-6 new stems per year and gain about an inch or so in diameter per year.
The most active growth period is Spring to Fall.
In tropical climates, ZZ plants will continue to grow all year round.
I have a schefflera that is strictly in pon and it is growing like CRAZY!. I would like to know if I could take it out of pon and repot it on soil with a layer of pon at the bottom. I'm afraid because the roots are water roots and transferring to soul may kill it. What would you advise?. It is growing so fast. The stalks and leaves as well. I have it in a regular pot sitting in a reservoir of water. It's about a 10 inch pot. I'm so afraid to disturb it, because it is so healthy in the pon, just really growing super fast. Thank you.
Hi! The plant will adopt and grow in soil but I think, if the plant is happy, leave it as is.
You may prune the plant to any desired shape/width/height if it grows too big.
You can also propagate cuttings in water if you want to have more of schefflera in your home. Thank you for watching 🌱
So my ZZ plant bloomed 2 flowers!!
What do I do?? Besides being proud I got one to bloom
Hi!
Congratulations! 👏 This is great!
If your plant is mature, strong and healthy, you can simply let the flowers be and enjoy them.
Blooming takes a lot of your plant’s energy and it would be better to cut flowers off if you have any concerns about your ZZ plant or if your plant is very young.
Green Cheers 🌱
Hi Juliet, can you explain how to care Fiddle leaf fig tree, thank you in advance
Hi! Here is my video about this gorgeous plant : ua-cam.com/video/R4nqTNlZFhg/v-deo.html
Green Luck! Thank you for watching 🌱
I love your videos! I just got a White BOP and I've noticed some black spots on the edges. :( Do you think its over or under watering?! I've been letting the soil dry out but it's still in the nursery pot and very root bound!
Hi!
Thank you for watching 🌱
If the plant is root bound - it is best to repot it so it can feel better and grow:)
I've only had my ZZ plant for 3 weeks. The leaves look green and healthy, but at the base where they meet the stem some have a thick brown crust. Is this a pest? How can I treat it?
Hi! Thank you for watching!
If you are referring to the "leaf-like" wrapping at the bottom of the stem, this is not an issue. It is a protective cover for new young stems. Once the stem grows, this cover can be removed if desired.
Green Cheers & May your ZZ plant grow happy and healthy!
@@Mycityplants Thank you for responding. No it is not "leaf-like" it is a thick brown crust. If you share an email, I'll send you a picture.
please send message with a photo to Instagram @mycityplants
I am so glad I found your videos. I just adopted a zz plant and the stems are spread outwards, not like the plant in your video with the straight stem at the bottom and the stem towards the top bending outwards maybe due to the weight. Is there anyway I can make the stems align straighter than they are? Not sure if using the stakes alone would help ..
Hi Tia,
Thank you for watching! 🌱
Cascading is a part of this plant behavior :) Some cascade more, some less.
The only way to keep this plant in a "straight" shape is to prune older long cascading stems. Pruning also helps to keep the plant in a fuller shape.
I reed to replant my zz and need a planter like that where can I get it from
Hello Fran,
Thank you for watching 🌱
We sell these here mycityplants.com/collections/lechuza-floor-planters/products/lechuza-cubico-40-planter-white
Green Cheers!
Awesome..I hope my ZZ get that large and remain healthy...how long did it take for this plant to get so large and did you do anything special/different with this plant to help it's growth? What are you using to wipe your plants clean
Hi Kim,
This plant is about 3 years old.
To get it in a full shape and keep your ZZ plant healthy:
- Feed Spring - Summer.
Here is the video when and how bit.ly/3teZEaw
If you are in the US, you may purchase the plant food we use - the best in my opinion
mycityplants.com/products/all-purpose-fertilizer
** any other fertilizer - use half of the recommended dose
- Rotate frequently to provide equal light exposure to all sides.
ZZ plants do best and grow faster in medium-bright light.
- Prune back any outgrown stems.
- Clean leaves.
*For weekly/bi-weekly cleaning I use Swiffer amzn.to/3iWPLuI
Watch how I do it here ua-cam.com/users/shortspfKaGJvbxg0
*You can also use this microfiber gloves amzn.to/3gMyjfu
Short video about it ua-cam.com/users/shortsMLNOd4JbRhk
* Deep cleaning once every 1-2 months - use wet paper towel. You may also add a drop or two of dish soap in 20oz of water - helps to remove any pest presence
- I would also recommend using Neem Oil amzn.to/2un4fcz for all your plants as a preventative measure during Spring-Summer or when you have a sick plant at home.
Spray leaves (top and under), stems and top soil.
Spray lightly once every 2-3 weeks.
May your plant grow happy and healthy!
Thank you for watching ! 🌱
@@Mycityplants I was wondering if miracle gro water soluble all purpose plant food is different from your brand? Finding a good fertilizer for a newish plant parent is overwhelming. I am going to order your product but I was looking for something I could grab today. What are your thoughts
Dear Kim,
You have time as it is best to feed your zz plant spring - summer :)
@@Mycityplants ok so even though it's still putting out new growth waiting until spring is best to fertilize?
If your ZZ plant is new (less than 12 months) - there is plenty of fertilizer in the soil still as growers add it when growing plants.
Please watch our video about when and how to fertilize plants bit.ly/3teZEaw
Green Cheers! 🌱
I did something so so stupid, I almost can’t talk about it.
My beautiful ZZ plant had three stalks that were much bigger that the rest of the plant and I trimmed them down halfway down their stalks. It looks terrible!!! I’m still in shock at my dumb move.
The ZZ plant is in an eastern facing room and there’s been no growth really this entire season. However, last year in the same location it had 6 new stalks so I know the light is fine for it.
How do I promote growth?
Should I trim those stalks down to the ryzome? I need a ZZ plant doctor. Please help!
Hi Yana,
Thank you for watching our videos.
Don't be upset. Look at it like the ZZ plant got a bad haircut BUT the good news is, just like hair, it will all grow back 😀
Yes, cut the stems all the way down to the ryzome.
You should feed you ZZ plant every year during its active growth period from early Spring (March) till Fall (September).
We feed our plants with the plant food that can be used anytime of the year as it is a very gentle formula, and you can get it and feed your plant now for just a couple of months. Then start feeding it again in March.
Plant Food: mycityplants.com/products/all-purpose-fertilizer
Video "How and When to fertilize plants": bit.ly/3teZEaw
May your plant grow happy and healthy!
What soil mix do you use?
Hi William,
Thank you for watching 🌱
We use Good Dirt Potting Mix. Read more about it here: mycityplants.com/products/indoor-potting-mix
I have a very small zz plant w no roots, can I just place in soil?
Where can i purchase plant stakes for my zz plant?
Hi! Thank you for watching!
You will find different support options for your ZZ plant here: amzn.to/3xJtuMG
May your plants grow happy and healthy!
Sure hope a replacement pot will be able to be bought. Couldn't soaking it in water and using a root loosening tool work to take the plant out?
Hi! You can definitely try! If you manage to remove it, plant can be divided and smaller parts potted back to the same pot. You may pot remaining parts in a different pot(s) as well.
Thank you for watching 🌱
Can those cut roots still grow more ZZ??
Hi!
Thank you for watching our videos! 🌱
Yes, you can propagate ZZ plants from cutting or leaves. Here is a very helpful article about how: houseplantcentral.com/how-to-propagate-a-zz-plant/
Green Cheers!
Hi...What brand of soil did you use?
Hi!
Here is more info : mycityplants.com/collections/potting-mix/products/indoor-potting-mix
Thank you for watching! 🌱
Haii. Can I know how the self watering pot functioning? Curious. A few of my plant always dead when i go to vacation. My brother didnt help me with watering it while he at home😭
Hi!
The self-watering planters will definitely help and there are will be no need to ask anyone to look after your plants:)
Plant uses water from the reservoir when it needs it. On average, reservoir needs to be refilled once every 3 weeks for medium size plants.
I think this video will explain a bit more about how to water plants in self-watering planters bit.ly/3bWSmRs
Thank you for watching 🌱
Yours voice just like manchulaxmii garu cinemaa heroine
:) Cool!
I have those same supports, but I'm afraid of puncturing the bulbs. It feels like there's no empty areas to stick the supports in.
Hi Aldrin,
Yeah, can be challenging.... In this case you may try these round plant stakes amzn.to/3h1o7NQ as they can be placed closer to the pot's edge.
If there is no room there as well, may be it is time to repot your ZZ 😀
Green Luck & Thank you for watching 🌱
Old stems will grow forever or they stay the same length forever ?
Hi! Nothing is forever :) Older stems of ZZ plants will continue growing for some time and then will die off while new ones are growing. Best to regularly prune your plant to keep it in its best shape.
Thank you for watching!
@@Mycityplants oh thank you..i didn't know it's growth pattern
I need to divide my ZZPlant and would like to see a video of how to divide it without killing it :-( could you make a video ? Thnk you for any help.
Hi! Thank you for watching!
Added your request to our "to-do" list :)
Green Cheers!
I have a zzz plant and it has not grown in a year. What am I doing wrong
Hi Arlene,
A few reasons why ZZ plant is not growing or growing too slow:
- Lack of nutrients
- Insufficient light
- Pot too big
Hope this is helpful!
Green Cheers and Thank you for watching 🌱
Tnx mam..... 😍👍🏻
Green Cheers & Thank you for watching 🌱
My boy Zen isn’t absorbing water well, water runs straight through and the leaves are thin and dry. Would you advise keeping in same pot but adding new soil. He’s root bound and could use separate pots, however I dont want him to go in total shock since it’s winter.
Hi,
Thank you for watching 🌱
You may use "bottom" watering method for your plant.
All you need to do is set your plant (be sure it has drainage holes) into the bathtub, sink, or another container and fill it up with a 2-3 inches of water.
Wait for 15 to 20 minutes, the plant should absorb the exact amount it needs.
When you are ready to repot, chose a pot with the drainage that is 2-3 inches larger than the pot it is in right now. Green Luck!