I just tried using coconut coir MULCH that I got from Amazon, it is so much nicer , no mess and stays moist a lot longer. Other wise I do the same steps.
Do you have a video of putting one of these into a pot with a plant? I can’t figure out how you get it to stand upright, and also how you avoid over potting since you need not only space for the root ball but also space for the pole. Thanks!
Hi there! I have some older videos I did under my moss pole playlist: ruclips.net/p/PLYt1-9zY5oEwLk6kQ2kNL_ZKvDFfA80lm The wire poles are pretty sturdy and I just center the pole and place the plant around the front. I usually start them small so they have the best chance at rooting into the moss and they don’t have a whole pot of roots to start :)
I’m wondering if a larger wire cutter would provide more cutting leverage resulting in less hand fatigue when using them. You are right in that each moss pole requires a lot of cutting and that would be tiring. I’m not sure if it’s ok for me to mention a brand in this comment but I happen to know that Channellock makes excellent wire cutters in a suitable size for your needs. Nice job.
I’m glad you mentioned about turning the zip ties in. I was just about to tell you about how this other person turned his cut ends inward to protect his hands.
I have black zip ties that look just like yours, and when I cut all the excess plastic (like you did) they come apart. Maybe the ones I’m using are low quality, could you provide a link to yours?
Great tutorial and thanks for heads up on hand pain. Husband just told me he can use his small grinder to buzz thru it. Yay😁 All my plants are still young as Ive grown everything from cuttings. At what point are they ready for a pole. Like if mine only have 2 or 3 Leafs (pothos) is that too small?
Thank you! Haha that beats cutting by hand for sure! It’s best to start small so they can attach into the moss earlier. Older nodes have a harder time attaching. Cuttings can take awake to climb but still are great to start with. If you have more top cuts or if they have new growth starting already then they will grow faster 😊
Hello, thank you so much for your videos, to me are very interesting, I don't have any moss pole yet, I'm learning about it. I have a question, do you think can I used moss from the woods around my house.?
It's hard to keep them moist sometimes. Mine go dry all the time but the better you are at keeping them hydrated the more the aerials are encouraged to grow into the pole. I have a decent growing environment here and I'm still struggling lol.
My advice is to use water bottles with a hole in cap to keep moss moist :) you can also chose how fast you want the drop by opening and closing the bottle abit.
I have the wire from your old method; before you began using this kind from ACE. Should I toss the old one, and purchase from my local ace? What are the differences?
the older poles I made were from a plastic type material. Any coated hardware cloth should work. I get mine at ace because they have the 3' x 5' size I need :)
Hello there, it’s me again 😬 How do you decide between the plastic pole or the wire? And also, have you tried to use coconut coir? I’ve heard they are more eco friendly, but not sure if they have the same effect. Thank you! 😘
The New Zealand besgrow spagmoss is great quality but a little pricey! I usually get the better gro orchid moss it's cheaper and still works great for poles. I get mine at big box stores. The besgrow is here: www.amazon.com/dp/B00D477CZ2?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzmeli0992-20&creativeASIN=B00D477CZ2&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1OODWALE01UEU&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin
Where r the links? I never look at comments but I am determined today to make some... I also highly recommend wearing gloves.. I can already feel the pain lol
To give your hands some protection when working with hardware cloth, invest in a pair of work gloves. It can help reduce blisters and cuts.
I just tried using coconut coir MULCH that I got from Amazon, it is so much nicer , no mess and stays moist a lot longer. Other wise I do the same steps.
I make mine exactly the same except a little smaller, I usually do 8 squares. I love moss poles 💚
Do you have a video of putting one of these into a pot with a plant? I can’t figure out how you get it to stand upright, and also how you avoid over potting since you need not only space for the root ball but also space for the pole. Thanks!
Hi there! I have some older videos I did under my moss pole playlist: ruclips.net/p/PLYt1-9zY5oEwLk6kQ2kNL_ZKvDFfA80lm
The wire poles are pretty sturdy and I just center the pole and place the plant around the front. I usually start them small so they have the best chance at rooting into the moss and they don’t have a whole pot of roots to start :)
I’m wondering if a larger wire cutter would provide more cutting leverage resulting in less hand fatigue when using them. You are right in that each moss pole requires a lot of cutting and that would be tiring. I’m not sure if it’s ok for me to mention a brand in this comment but I happen to know that Channellock makes excellent wire cutters in a suitable size for your needs. Nice job.
Thank you! I definitely need a new pair lol 😆 I’ll have to look them up! It would probably help my hands out for sure! Thanks for the suggestion ☺️
I’m glad you mentioned about turning the zip ties in. I was just about to tell you about how this other person turned his cut ends inward to protect his hands.
Yep! I did it on my old tutorial as well. They’re so sharp! 🙈
I have black zip ties that look just like yours, and when I cut all the excess plastic (like you did) they come apart. Maybe the ones I’m using are low quality, could you provide a link to yours?
Great tutorial Melissa. I'm getting ready to make more soon & have one I need to add onto.
Thank you! Good luck making yours! ☺️🌿
Thank you so much Mel once again for such detailed video 😍
Thank you! Glad I can help ☺️
Hello Melissa great tutorial im going to start making my moss poles im new at this and I love watching your videos
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoy the videos! I hope you end up loving them! They are a lot of work but the growth you get is sooo worth the trouble lol
So very helpful! Thank you for making this video
Glad it was helpful! 🫶
Great turturial..thank u.are u able to do tuturial on ur homrmade soil mix as well.the chucky one? Ty
Thank you! I have one already! It’s under the soil mix playlist! ☺️
Look into “tin snips” they have a larger cutting surface. Much easer on your hands. Will cut though that like butter!
Thank you!! I'll look into them!!
Thank you so much 💚 I am thinking of making my first poles soon.
You’re welcome! They’re a lot of work but if I can suggest anything it would be to use wire if you’re really wanting to grow big leaves ☺️
Great tutorial and thanks for heads up on hand pain. Husband just told me he can use his small grinder to buzz thru it. Yay😁 All my plants are still young as Ive grown everything from cuttings. At what point are they ready for a pole. Like if mine only have 2 or 3 Leafs (pothos) is that too small?
Thank you! Haha that beats cutting by hand for sure! It’s best to start small so they can attach into the moss earlier. Older nodes have a harder time attaching. Cuttings can take awake to climb but still are great to start with. If you have more top cuts or if they have new growth starting already then they will grow faster 😊
@@plantsbymelissa Thanks Melissa! 🌱
Why not use coated wire/garden-wire instead of zip-ties? Then you can re-use the wire where as zip-ties are one use only.
Hello, thank you so much for your videos, to me are very interesting, I don't have any moss pole yet, I'm learning about it.
I have a question, do you think can I used moss from the woods around my house.?
How often do you have to replaced the moss pole? and when you do, how do you manage the roots that have grown in?
I need to be more mindful of keeping the moss poles moist. I made some for my monstera adansonii plants. Hoping they will attach to the poles.
It's hard to keep them moist sometimes. Mine go dry all the time but the better you are at keeping them hydrated the more the aerials are encouraged to grow into the pole. I have a decent growing environment here and I'm still struggling lol.
My advice is to use water bottles with a hole in cap to keep moss moist :) you can also chose how fast you want the drop by opening and closing the bottle abit.
I have the wire from your old method; before you began using this kind from ACE. Should I toss the old one, and purchase from my local ace? What are the differences?
the older poles I made were from a plastic type material. Any coated hardware cloth should work. I get mine at ace because they have the 3' x 5' size I need :)
Hello there, it’s me again 😬
How do you decide between the plastic pole or the wire? And also, have you tried to use coconut coir? I’ve heard they are more eco friendly, but not sure if they have the same effect.
Thank you! 😘
Thank you ❤
You're welcome 😊
Great tutorial on making moss poles. Side note: What's up with Luna and Chi?
Haha 😆 they decided to not join in the fun today for some reason
What is the weight of the bags of moss that you’re using? I’ve seen that brand come in a few different sizes.
What is product is the better quality moss?
Hi Melissa
Wie ist die Lebensdauer des Mooses?
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What is the best quality moss??❤❤
The New Zealand besgrow spagmoss is great quality but a little pricey! I usually get the better gro orchid moss it's cheaper and still works great for poles. I get mine at big box stores. The besgrow is here: www.amazon.com/dp/B00D477CZ2?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzmeli0992-20&creativeASIN=B00D477CZ2&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1OODWALE01UEU&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin
Where do you get the wire
Ace hardware, I left a link to the one I purchased in the description :)
I suggest wearing work/utility gloves when cutting the wire. Your hands will thank you for it.
Where do purchase the wire mesh?
Ace hardware is where she said she got it. She’s put a link below the description
I can’t find this length on Amazon so I get mine from ace hardware :)
Thx😊
Where r the links? I never look at comments but I am determined today to make some... I also highly recommend wearing gloves.. I can already feel the pain lol
They are all in the description
Your hands need a break from the wire cut xD
Use red sheers
melissa what happend to your dog from yer old videos? i dont see him anymore 😭
He passed away 😔
@@plantsbymelissa Very sorry! :-(
@@plantsbymelissa that is very sad. he is suchha big good boii