“I am a professional!” I totally love everything plants. I can’t tell you how much I appreciate you saying “I got this as a cutting about 3 years ago” vs what most plantubers say- I’ve had this plant for quite a while (which gives us no idea how quickly the plant grows!). You da man, Jeff! 😊

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

I think what I meant to say is I'm not a professional lol. That's one thing that I was always curious about when I started out with plants was how old a certain plant was when watching a video. You always expect plants to grow at an accelerated rate, but in reality they all grow pretty slow.

@beckypackqualls2745

Жыл бұрын

I think that’s why your comment was so funny! I thought you were being kinda sarcastic. I lol’d!

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

@@beckypackqualls2745 I was 🤣

@richardmarshall159

12 күн бұрын

A professional what?

Just a small tip, you really do not want to water cacti and succulents right after repotting. The roots get wounds from removing them from their old soil. You run the risk of introducing harmful pathogens to your roots like bacteria and/or fungi. This is of course in exception to certain epiphytic cacti and succulents, some of those can take a light watering after repotting. But, the cacti and succulents that come from arid climates, like the ones you repotted today, can wait 7-10 days before watering following being repotted. They are already used to going without water for long periods, so this will not effect them whatsoever. If you ask any experienced growers of these types of plants, they will give you the very same advice.

@aingealtara1479

2 ай бұрын

.. Thank you for sharing 😊 I will keep that in mind for my cacti and succulents..

@risenfromyoutubesashesagai6302

12 күн бұрын

Absolutely correct @bhumphries. In fact, id add on a bit to say id even give it at least 14 days before a good watering, just to be on the safe side. Thats what i do, repot, and wait at least 2 weeks before they get water. I play it easy on the direct sunlight too.

@risenfromyoutubesashesagai6302

12 күн бұрын

Absolutely correct @bhumphries. In fact, id add on a bit to say id even give it at least 14 days before a good watering, just to be on the safe side. Thats what i do, repot, and wait at least 2 weeks before they get water. I play it easy on the direct sunlight too.

I use a paint brush to brush off any remnants of soil etc off my cactus. A thin soft brush is ideal as it can get into all the crevices without damaging the plant.

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

I recently picked up some small paint brushes. Thanks

Great tip using a plastic cup for repotting! I enjoy all your videos.

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Cathy

FINALLY! A plant that your reversed green/white velcro plant fabric WORKS with!

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

That is too funny... I didn't even notice and you are the second person to say that

the amount of uses that single pencil has in your hands is amazing lol

@EverythingPlants

9 ай бұрын

Haha it's my multi tool

Appreciate how well the viewer can see the plant(s). You make it look easy.. Polly’s mix looks very good! Will check for a prior video for how to fertilize cactus and succulents.. I’ve been fertilizing and flushing same as other plants (just not as much, & let them dry well in between), they are doing well.. ready to take it to next level. Thanks for your informative videos ☺️♥️

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much BetteDavisEyes!!!

Great video Jeff. Your brave repotting those bare handed. 😁 🌱💚🌱

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

The sacrifices I make for these videos 🤣

The one time your Dollarama plant velcro being the wrong color actually matched the plant!! YAY!!!

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

So funny because you're the second person that has said that lol

Thank you, this was really interesting. I am not much of a gardener but i do love having my succulent and cacti collection. I am in my 2nd phase of collecting and this time i am determined to know more about them, so that they don't die on me.

Again, such a timely video! Kudos to you putting out videos that you know we want/need to see! Simply love your videos!

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Awesome and thanks Angela!!!

Nice and clear instructions--thank you! Watching the water drain really brings home what type of medium they need, and I imagine that new one won't get compacted or hydrophobic over time. I want a tiny little shovel now 🥹

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

The shovel came free.... But right now I can't remember exactly what I got them with lol

Outstanding looking quality mix by Very Plants! Thanks for the video Jeff! 👍

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Ya....I was super impressed with this mix. It will be 'go to' for succulents and cacti now

Thank you for sharing beautiful and amazing succulents lovely cactus beautiful collection

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Jillian

I just came across this I just purchased five cactuses and I am so excited to plant them soon. Thank you so much for sharing your information and knowledge I just purchased one of each items that they have for potting 😂so thank you.❤❤❤

Så fint de blev med samplanteringen. Gillar att titta vid omplanteringen. Tack för dina lärorika vidios😊🙏

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Thanks again for watching my videos!

Tip: when getting your pots at dollar store, get some wooden/bamboo skewers (they can come in two sizes, about 12 inches & 21/2 to 3ft). I use smaller ones in repotting to remove soil from roots, using blunt side of skewer, not pointy side. Using pointy side tends to remove more roots. I also use skewers as stakes to prop up plants. Also, dollar store has decent garden gloves. Save you hands, man!!

@madelynsonego5977

17 күн бұрын

tip: get chopsticks for free (restaurants, ask friends who order takeout, check your junk drawer, acquire when you get takeout, etc.) use them to check soil moisture while keeping your moneys :)))

This way to hold the beefs is amazing! I really want to try this soil!

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

The beefs...you must watch Plants With Krystal 🤣

Thank you Jeff for advertising this mix, I’m going to order some. I have been using Jacks for years and have been looking for something new. They do ship to the US now. I can’t wait to try it.

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Don't forget to use the discount code 'EverythingPlants' for 10% off if you decide to order.

Very informative, thank you. I'll be heading out to purchase some cactus mix and give my succulents a new lease on life

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Nice!!!

Really appreciate the visuals!! And thanks for the laughs. You ARE a professional! 😂

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

I pretend to be a professional haha

Perfect timing!! I was just looking for a video on how to maintain these guys, thank you for the information

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

I hope it has helped you out!

As always, love your videos. Thanks Jeff!

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Aww....thanks Carol

Very timely! Thank you. I have several cacti due for repotting. I love the idea of using something to cover the plant so as to prevent the prickly parts from hurting you. Jeff, I am not a professional and I find this trick of the trade pretty clever! Also… a salad tong…? Awesome! I always learn something from you. Thanks!

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

I just made a KZread short using another method from a viewer..... rolled up newspaper and then folded around the cactus🌵

@ildikojones7073

Жыл бұрын

@@EverythingPlants yes! Very clever! I got thick gloves from my husband which I will double up. I did a test run and it seemed fine. I’ll see…

Always impressed what you can do with your pencil! 😉 Really great information. I tend to drown my succulents. 🌵

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

✏️ Thanks pitterpatti

Really like that succulent/cacti mix, will be looking for something similar here.

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

It's seriously great stuff

Molly’ Succulent Mix resembles a bonsai mix. The Mammalaria is a really large plant! Simply Stunning! Watching you from Arizona USA

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Yes, I would agree!!! Thanks for watching my channel all the way up in Saskatchewan Canada

Great timing and thank you for the code. FYI: I went to our local nursery yesterday (I’m in Toronto) and saw a Chameleon ZZ. I bought it right away, the variegation is beautiful.

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Sweet!!! I finally bought one as well.

@ruthdennisKnits

Жыл бұрын

I got one recently also. It was so wet that I immediately repotted it. When I did I was able to divide it into 3 plants. Yaaay me🌿🌿

Love your videos, and especially appreciated the "taco test"! 🌮

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

I've always used this method, but until recently I saw someone else call it the taco test and it's absolutely perfect

Thanks for your tips. I appreciate it very much. 👍

@EverythingPlants

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching my video!

Hey Jeff! Great video. You are a professional!

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

I pretend to be one 🤣

Very nice and informative video! Thanks.

@EverythingPlants

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Easy and readily-available way to handle spiky plants (without special tools or raiding the kitchen) is to fold up A newspaper sheet into a wide band, wrap that around the plant and hold the two ends. Not sure that makes sense… hard to put into words.

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Love it!

Hi I really enjoyed this video so I subscribed to your channel. Great timing since I have succulents and cacti to repot. Looking for to both old and new videos 😊

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the channel Chris M and thanks for watching!!!

Very beautiful plants! 👍💚

@EverythingPlants

7 ай бұрын

Thank you

Thank you for the good idea,much appreciated.

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Thank for watching Anita!

Thanks Jeff,I always enjoy your videos! Robin in Florida🏖

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Robin....in sunny Saskatchewan!

Great tips. A small nitpick, is that anaerobic doesn’t mean “bacteria”, it means literally “lack of air” (and the opposite is… aerobic, like the 80’s workout thing 😊). The roots cannot get enough oxygen so they start rotting. So overwatering, not enough drainage, not enough evaporation, or a kratky plant sitting outside after a heavy rain, all possible culprits… (just lost two pepper plants after last days typhoon in Japan 😢).

Thanks!

@EverythingPlants

7 ай бұрын

Thanks so much, Marquettashields. I really appreciate the gift. I take it you enjoyed the video???

I'm from the US and I use Bonsai Jack's gritty mix. Mostly, I use Terra Cotta pots. I have a holiday cactus that's still in its plastic grow pot. I'd like to re-pot it. What type of pot and type of soil do you suggest? Also, I have a spider plant that's still in its plastic grow pot and I'd like to re-pot it. I know that spider plants like to be root bound. I have a Terra Cotta pot and I read that spider plants like African Violet soil. Suggestions on these plants?

He is better at keeping the cactus straight then I, I have to use a shish-kwbab stick to straighten them out once in a while as they sink crooked after I water the newly transplanted cactus.

I like your Style!!!

A pencil is also a great item for testing your soil to see if it needs to be watered. If the soil sticks to the pencil it still has moisture.

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Yes! I use a wood (bamboo) BBQ skewer for this exact thing

I'm growing 10 Giant Segaro Monster cacti in tree pots. They grow up to to be this exact type of cactus 🌵.

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

That is so awesome! Thanks John!

Try blowing the soil crumbs off the cactus with the blow dryer on the cool setting!

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

That's a great hack!

I have 😅 been buying my succulents pots at Rona 😃 I definitely need to get some from the dollar store in the future.

@EverythingPlants

7 ай бұрын

Dollarama is the one to get them at

Great tips,they look 👍 💚🌵☘️🌱💚

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

Thank you

Always enjoy your content. The “brain” cactus is a Stenocactus, unless those pesky taxonomists have reclassified it. 😂 I have no idea which one, but you should have an easy time narrowing the ID now, should you wish. Enjoy your weekend. 😺✌️

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Christian! I usually use Google lens to help me identify and narrow down the type of plant.... But now I don't have to do that, so thank you!

To get the soil off a plant or cactus you could use a mini vacuum cleaner that they use for cleaning the keyboard of a computer

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Interesting.....thanks for the suggestion!!!

I use an oven mitt when transpotting cacti.

I just got one of those stenocactus multicostatus (Brain Cactus) I am IN LOVE ♥️♥️so far, but unsure when to water due to how wrinkly it normally is, I can’t yet tell if it’s dehydrating as easily as I can with my mammilaria hahniana 😅😅

@EverythingPlants

9 ай бұрын

I just water when I don't remember when I last watered it hahaha

Use a paint or makeup brush to get the soil out of the crevices thanks for the video

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Great idea!!!

🥰 Great timing, repotting Cacti today 🎉. I love all the new little Jade leaves.💓. I am propagating little Sansevieria leaves in Perlite and water. They have white roots. What soil would you use to pot them up? Do I water more often initially?

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

I would plant them in cactus succulent soil as well. Water them maybe a bit more than normal for the first couple weeks and they should acclimate to soil fairly quick

@kimberlyskinner8177

Жыл бұрын

@@EverythingPlants thank youuuuuu 🥰

Why didn’t I think of that 👍👍👍strategy to repot cactus😳😁

Do you want reuse the water that drains off? I use distilled water(not sure if that’s necessary) but I can only imagine you would go through a lot of water quickly with as fast as it drains when soaking it several times back to back. Ok to water immediately after disturbing the roots?

I had a Madagascar palm years ago that was 2 feet high. To repot it I had to wrap it in a towel and then wear oven mitts to handle it lol the spines were 1 inch long. Really ouchy 😅

@EverythingPlants

8 ай бұрын

😂

Thank you so much. 👏🏻🙏😍⭐️😘😍🙏👏🏻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Paula!

I finally found out how to keep Joshua tree seedlings alive the trick is to keep them out of direct sunlight.

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Nice

That brain cactus was very cute! Do you put any of your succulents or cacti outside for the summer?

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

I haven't in a few years, but I think some of my Jades might be heading outside this year.

Hi Jeff, do you mind making an updated euphorbia white ghost care video? I got one a while ago and I’m still pretty unsure about it’s care (the colour isn’t really where I want it to be - yours is beautiful!) It did topple over once and I ended up having to cut a small bit of it; I let it callous over for a few days and stuck it in soil but it didn’t quite take… please help 🥺

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

You can message me on IG for any questions you may have

I can't remember which KZreadr I heard the tip from but use silicone tongs for an ouchless hold the cactus❤

I have a cactus that got broken in transit to a new apartment last year. I put the broken off branch back on the area it had been attached to and it kind of reattached itself. Eventually though, the broken piece finally became detached again and it seems to be healthy but I want to help it grow some new roots. Is this possible?

A chopstick rather than a pencil ,maybe? Thanks,nice presentation!

@EverythingPlants

12 күн бұрын

What's wrong with the pencil ✏️. It's my trademark

I saw someone mention not to re-pot cacti in the winter months, November-February. Thoughts on this "advice"?

If a plant is root bound in a pot, once you take off all of the old soil wouldn't you be able to fit the roots back into the original size pot with new soil? It seems like it's only squashed into the shape of the original pot because of the soil.

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Normally if it's root bound, you want to upsize it into one pot size larger so the roots have the ability to spread out. If it's too squished in a pot, depending on the type of plant, it may dry out too fast and you can get leaf drop. The plant may just decline much quicker. Now if you want to keep it in the same size pot and you have a root bound plant, I like to remove a portion of the roots so root pruning so that I can keep it in the same size pot. Does that make sense?

I use salad tongs to transplant my cactus so I don't get pricked .

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Good call haha

I have a Euphorbia trigona (African milk tree). I never know when to water it. It doesn't wrinkle and I can't do the taco test. I usually just water once a month. Any tips? I love this video! Your the best! 💚

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Honestly, I'm the same....it doesn't get wrinkled so I water whenever I say "Holy crap....it's dry" and don't remember when I watered it last. Probably once every two weeks

@bhumphries1360

9 ай бұрын

Pay attention to how light your pot feels when dry, and when wet. This will give you the right idea as to when it needs water.

Hey Jeff!! Do you have any stapelia? Would they be potted in similar cactus mix, I'm assuming as I think they are are in the same family. i am not good with catcus or succulents lol so i appreciate all your vidoes on them, i currently have 2 succlents and a stapelia haha so fingers crossed i dont kill them. Also just ordered some succulent and aroid stuff, thanks for the code!!

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Yes, I do! It's not as obvious to me when to water it but I treat it very similar. I don't have them in as much light as my cactus and succulents but it is off to the side of my self-facing window. I definitely let the soil get dry and then give it water

@breah02

Жыл бұрын

@@EverythingPlants thank you! 😊

I bought cheap salad tongs from the dollar store specifically for my cactus.

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

That is a great idea 💡

Jeff London here .all my cats.stay outside all year round ....do think they should come inside for winter .cos I do worry about them .thank you

@EverythingPlants

9 ай бұрын

If the temps get below 10C at any point day or night then yes bring them in

What do you do with dead plants? Do you leave them in the soil so they can be used for repotting other plants in?

@EverythingPlants

3 ай бұрын

I will throw them in the compost.... I never leave dead or decaying material in the soil

@dallasstorm2073

3 ай бұрын

@@EverythingPlants thank you for the info. I'm new to watching your channel

@EverythingPlants

3 ай бұрын

@@dallasstorm2073 awesome!!! Thanks for joining

The native American Indians loved to eat the cactus.

I can't put my segaros in direct sunlight or they will turn yellow.

Segaro cactus needles are painful, I had to pay $70 for a dirmitogist just to get them removed. He used a microscope and sharp jewelers tweezers . The pain got relieved but never went away in my fingers afterwards .

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Yikes 😬

Is all purpose potting mix good for my cactus?

@EverythingPlants

4 ай бұрын

Generally no.....regular potting soil is peat based and is meant to retain moisture. Exactly what you don't want. You don't have to pull it out if that's what it is in now, but be sure to give it lots of light and let it dry out completely

@sexyredhead65

4 ай бұрын

@@EverythingPlants thx 💜🌵💜

I think my current pot situation is no ideal, I think the diameter of my cactus takes up entire pot and hardly any space to water.

A bit of a challenge to decide where to start. It seems cacti are not your specialty. The previous potting mix you used in the past had far too little drainage, needed to be boosted with pumice. The new one looked OK. You fail to put a gravel/rock top dressing on the pot. This is an important step and is universally practiced at cactus nurseries. By the way, I'm in Tucson. I grow a large collection (200 or so) of cacti in pots ranging to 27" diameter. Also, I'm a retired nursery owner. Have grown these for years,. Cacti can grow quickly given the right light and soil and watering. Just lightly loosen roots in pot bound plants before repot. No need to attack them and bare root them. You demolished the roots on the Mammillaria, then put it in way too small a pot for optimal growth. These are plants that form clusters. A bowl at least 12 inches in diameter would have been more appropriate. After the attack, it probably won't develop pups soon. I guess I'll expect a Canadian to have limited cactus skill. If someone views this tutorial, for goodness sake, don't copy. Cacti can cling to life in a northern climate, but if you want them to grow, add lots of light and for most species, keep them warm away from cold windows. Visit Tucson. See the beautiful large specimens in our gardens. In as little as a couple of years I can grow a full 14" pot here of many species. Cactus beginners often confuse survival/suspended animation for a happy plant. They will survive much mistreatment, but you'll love them so much more if you get them to actually grow. Just starting? Maybe try a pine cone cactus as a first effort. I can go from one or two segments to a full 12" pot in 14 months or so. Mammillaria plumosa clumps up really fast...two years can give a mound with many heads in a 12 to 14" bowl. Give them light, an adequate pot and gentle fertilizing and enjoy!

@Hykemore114

3 ай бұрын

You seem like a wonderful individual. Many people grow plants differently. If you don’t agree just move on. Are you a KZread video critic or what? Maybe go spend some time with all of your amazing plants and try to find some peace. OR maybe you could make a KZread video about how you repot cacti! Then we can see how perfect you are!

@businessraptor127

2 ай бұрын

Lotta talk. No video. Why are ya being so backhanded? You could have typed up a step by step rather then a rude short tempered critic.

💚🌿💚

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@virginiamartinez391

Жыл бұрын

@@EverythingPlants your welcome

Peat soil is not enviromentfriendly. Arent there peat free soil to buy in the US?

Use tongs!!

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Yup!

👍👍🌱🪴

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Khloe

"Spikey potato"!! Lol snort...

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

🥔 hahaha

O Gosh,stop.Nevever,never watering cactus and succulents after reporting.Wait 1-2 weeks.

@EverythingPlants

Жыл бұрын

These ones needed water before I did the repot otherwise I don't water....like you said