aw thank you so much for that 🥹 I'm happy you found my channel! I love making videos and sharing what I can. Congrats on being a new plant mama! It's such a rewarding hobby 🥰
This video did it for me. I hit the subscribe button! Your facial expressions remind me of myself. I know I would had the same looks. However, I really enjoyed watching your presentation. You explain the process and why. I feel your info will help me a lot on my new plant journey. Thanks 😊
Thank you for your videos ❤ I watch them when everyone’s asleep 😊 I would like a follow up videos on your plants I love how confident she is. She just cut some props.
Hey, Melissa. I know pests can be stressful but assume all new plants have pests. I do that and it is less shocking and I won't go though ups and downs of shock and sadness. Instead of would be shocked if they don't have pests and be happy and feels like a bonous. 😂
I definitely agree! Like these are plants and they’re not always perfect. In the real world they are not protected from pests. So just be happy for new plants first and worry about pests later.
Thank you for this video! I’m sorry the imports came with problems but I find it invaluable to watch how you rehab them. I tend to buy discounted plants from grocery and big box stores. They almost always have issues. This video was a big help! 😊
Yay, more plants but my favorite is Anthurium lol 🥰 I just got a Michelle x Zara x Besseae Aff “Bingo” today in the mail! I’m so excited lol. Thanks for sharing Melissa. Now I’ll watch the rest of your video lol.
Scales and mealybugs have waxy coat and/or shell. Even if the spray is effective, it cannot reach the bug. The tiny babies hide in gaps and roots. You just cannot see them. 3 years ago, I bought a small pot of Crassula Calico Kitten. After I sprayed and cleaned repeatedly, the bugs would show up in a few months, sometimes, half a year later. I live in zone 6b. I left the smallish hanging basket outside for the entire summer till December. When the temperature was only slightly above freezing, in my sheltered, isolated, under the deck location. The rain also freely flushed the soil. After that, the mealybugs did not come back the second year. After 2 years without any mealybugs, I claim victory.
Awww schucks I'm sorry your new plants have pests. I'm confident you will get rid of them. Tfs your new plants with us. The Anthrium is great, and I'm not a big Anthrium fan. Your the best... Thanks for sharing your plant life with us. An update on these plants in the near future would be nice 👍🌿🤗💛
Oh okay that makes sense haha. I came across a thread after filming that said it wasn’t any different but just a different name to market an albo. If mine makes it I’ll have to see how it grows compared to my albos.
If anyone can rehab those plants it’s you Melissa! Some are very pretty. Hope they survive their root decapitation lol! Keep us posted! Does your husband ever give you a hard time about the plants slowly creeping in around him lol?! 😂
Thank you! Haha I went a little crazy 😆🫶🏻 no he doesn’t mind them. Now if I took over the living area he might say something lol. He knows this is my job so he supports it!
I'm also paranoid about pests and it takes the joy out of getting new plants for me, too. I have to quarantine any new plant and treat it multiple times, in multiple ways, to feel comfortable. Sigh.
Me too. But I treat before they go to quarantine for up to a month. They’ve got their own grow lights. Then u treat Shriners going out into circulation.
I’m very anti overconsumption and feel so conflicted watching your videos! Especially all the frequent plant hauls😣 but I appreciate your content and have gotten a lot of tasks completed while your videos play in the background, so thank you!
Hi there! I have a plant shop so a lot of plants I purchased or have been gifted this year has been with that in mind. I propagate and grow everything I sell. I don’t think having a wide variety of plants for my shop is a bad thing. Also, if I get a new plant and I’m no longer interested in growing or selling it then I can easily put it up on my site. I’m in no way telling anyone to buy more plants or promoting over consumption. So many people comment that they love to watch my unboxing videos so they can get an idea of maybe where to purchase from or how people package plants. You can definitely skip haul videos if you’re not into them. This is my job and receiving plant mail is a part of that. I’m rarely promoting “stuff” or going TJ maxx shopping every day in my personal time 😊
I got a Hoya cutting that had no roots or stem. Exact same as yours. I put it in stratum and used a strawberry pin to keep it in and it rooted beautifully. Good luck with all your new plants and thank you for your content. Always enjoyable
OMGosh!! That Anthrium AOS I want so badly! It’s a shame your Monstera had scale. I always thought scale was a lot larger than what you’re seeing, but I don’t know for sure. I would for sure keep that Anthurium no matter what even if scale. It would go into its own room for awhile.
Hi Melissa, I’ love watching new plant mail. Beautiful plants, but sad you had to deal with scale. If anyone can fix them up it’s you ! You have such a green thumb. When you do propagations in a cup of water , how often do you change the water? ThankYou for sharing your videos. I learn so much.❤
Aw it's so silvery! I never heard of this one before but I looked it up and the blooms are really pretty. So far it's perked up quite a bit so I'm hoping it pulls through. Hoping you can cross it off your wishlist here! 💕
Ever since I brought in mealy bugs on a tiger jaw succs, I've been paranoid about all plants I get in as well! I think it's good to be diligent, it protects our plants.
Scale is horrible. I am learning too. Why did you cut the roots off? I have never done that. Can you do a followup in a few weeks on these imports, please.
A lot of the roots were rotting but I think I was a bit aggressive this time lol. I usually rehab them in perlite and a lot of the old roots rot off as new healthy ones grow in. I also think I just didn't want to deal with the moss and scale. I just wanted to start fresh haha. I'll definitely do a follow up!
Loved this video but won’t be ordering any imports any time soon! They couldn’t just make sure they send a RUclipsr good plants?! So sorry you got pest plants again but still love watching the unboxing and rehab
Thank you! Aw I honestly don't want to get 'good' plants just because I make RUclips videos. I'm happy to share what it's like getting plants imported and to make others aware of what to look out for. Overall, I'm pretty happy with this import. I think if I paid for them I would have been a little sad about the scale and root rot with the albo but I know I'm not expecting perfectly happy looking plants to come. The anthuriums look amazing. I think it's great that they have a hub here in the US now too. After a couple days all the leaves have perked up and so I'm excited to see how they progress 😁
Hi Mel they sent you a ton of work, but if it was fast post, why were the roots so wet and rotty ? The Anthuriums are beautiful, if you can't save them nobody can ! Good luck, but I'm now feeling itchy ! 💚
Maybe for the next unboxing you should have some pest spray and soap an water ready. Just in case you need it. Pest from other countries are stronger then ones here. And they are resistant to , chemicals from here. So maybe , just to be on the safe side, and so that you don’t take pest inside to your other babies. I’m so sorry you have that they accidentally send you scale 😮💨
Good point. I really never considered how dangerous it is buying imported plants until recently. I’ve been watching @junglecitizens and my husband is leading the effort in our area pulling out honeysuckle and tree of heaven which are very invasive. As plant collectors we need to be mindful.
Hi Melissa, you know what, this came to my mind watching you unbox. Throw all that polyfil away expecially the polyfil directly touching plants. Just a suggestion. I just don't take chances. I'm enjoying your videos. Thank you for sharing your plant life.
I was a little aggressive this time 😂 it depends on what you’re wanting out of it. You can have access to more rare plants usually at a lower cost. There’s definitely risks like potential pests or plants not making it but depending on where you purchase from they might have a live arrival guarantee if something happens. I would definitely check the website or reach out with questions before committing. I enjoy the process and don’t mind rehabbing plants so I think it’s worth it 😊
Good morning. You might have to put on gloves on. & later change your clothes too. I would hose those plants down & . & put pest control on them. I'm always worried about pests when I order plants. You never know. But nock on wood I don't have any . Hopefully I never get them. But they are beautiful plants though. ❤🪴
I enjoy the process of acclimating and rehabbing them. The pests I can do without though 😅 I definitely wouldn’t put my time and effort into it just for free plants. I also think it’s educational to share the process of getting an import for anyone that is interested in it. I included a small update at the end and excited to see how they all grow :)
@@plantsbymelissa You were so happy in the beginning of the video then I felt sad for you because of pest and rotted roots. I had bought a few hoyas and a thanksgiving cactus from a local shop and noticed they had thrips a few days later. I love watching update videos and seeing the difference. I have never ordered plants online only bought them locally but I love watching plant mail.
Do not be sorry Melissa if I were receiving plants that “I didn’t ask for” and bugs came with it I’d be pissed. I would for sure not be buying from them.
It happens! Even getting plant mail from someone here pests can show up or our big box stores. I always try to be thorough with new plants I get and try to isolate them the best I can :) The scale was very tiny so you have to really look to spot them.
I think i would rather get plants in soil. I be afraid the moss gets mouldy. Thank goodness never gotten pests by plants online just fungal issues. Also alot of cosmetic damages. Instead the plants has been arriving nothing i get as advertised so been disappointed. Which no longer will from 2025 no more online such a waste of money.
Sorry about your online shopping experiences and that you don't get what is advertised. Most of my collection is purchased online and it offers a way to get more rare plants that you can't get at your local shops. I'm not sure where you're located but there's a lot of great and honest shops out there that take care of their plants and package well. I find plants often times at stores have pests and they aren't looked over that well. Shipping in moss is more cost effective and some places have stricter policies about plants being shipped in soil with import regulations and potentially bringing in pests that can affect crops.
Thank you!! It's okay haha. I think I always get a little paranoid when I first find them. I think it's some stress from all the previous pest outbreaks I've had and my collection is so big so I worry more about an outbreak 🙈
They honestly arrived pretty well as far as the foliage the anthuriums especially. Some rotting roots and yellowing is totally expected. Granted I left them outside for 2 nights but they’re doing well so far after cleaning them up and putting them in water. The albo is a little iffy with the stem rot though.
I’m a new plant mama and I cannot remember what search brought me to your channel but I am so glad that it did!! I love your videos and your vibe🫶 🪴💚
Melissa has fantastic videos.
aw thank you so much for that 🥹 I'm happy you found my channel! I love making videos and sharing what I can. Congrats on being a new plant mama! It's such a rewarding hobby 🥰
Thank you!! 🥹🫶
You will absolutely love Melissa!! I was new to plants last year and thanks to her I have a beautiful collection now... ❤
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This video did it for me. I hit the subscribe button! Your facial expressions remind me of myself. I know I would had the same looks. However, I really enjoyed watching your presentation. You explain the process and why. I feel your info will help me a lot on my new plant journey. Thanks 😊
Aw thanks so much for subscribing! Happy to have you here! 💗 I really love to share and help as much as I can ☺️
I love your vibes... I put you on in the background when I have chores today or I've had a bad day etc.. It's so calming...thank you for your videos!
You’re so welcome 🥹 I appreciate you for being here 💗
Morning Melissa. Oh my goodness that anthurium mamba cross is absolutely gorgeous. Happy planting
Right! It's a beautiful anthurium 😍 I'm excited to see how it grows for me!
Thank you for your videos ❤ I watch them when everyone’s asleep 😊
I would like a follow up videos on your plants
I love how confident she is. She just cut some props.
Good Luck! I hope they all make it! I love how calm you are even with all this!
Hey, Melissa. I know pests can be stressful but assume all new plants have pests. I do that and it is less shocking and I won't go though ups and downs of shock and sadness. Instead of would be shocked if they don't have pests and be happy and feels like a bonous. 😂
I definitely agree! Like these are plants and they’re not always perfect. In the real world they are not protected from pests. So just be happy for new plants first and worry about pests later.
Thank you for this video! I’m sorry the imports came with problems but I find it invaluable to watch how you rehab them. I tend to buy discounted plants from grocery and big box stores. They almost always have issues. This video was a big help! 😊
Yay, more plants but my favorite is Anthurium lol 🥰 I just got a Michelle x Zara x Besseae Aff “Bingo” today in the mail! I’m so excited lol. Thanks for sharing Melissa. Now I’ll watch the rest of your video lol.
ahh congratulations!! That one looks like it'll be such a pretty cross! 😍
You always are so excited when doing your in boxing of new plants. To see you looking do sad I am sending you hugs. Hope it works out. 🌱🌿
Scales and mealybugs have waxy coat and/or shell. Even if the spray is effective, it cannot reach the bug. The tiny babies hide in gaps and roots. You just cannot see them. 3 years ago, I bought a small pot of Crassula Calico Kitten. After I sprayed and cleaned repeatedly, the bugs would show up in a few months, sometimes, half a year later. I live in zone 6b. I left the smallish hanging basket outside for the entire summer till December. When the temperature was only slightly above freezing, in my sheltered, isolated, under the deck location. The rain also freely flushed the soil. After that, the mealybugs did not come back the second year. After 2 years without any mealybugs, I claim victory.
Good morning Melissa. It’s nice to see you here bright and shiny this morning. It’s not even 7:30 here, yet.
Good morning Lisa!! 💖
I wish you luck with all of them you’re good at rehabbing do I have high hopes for 100% of the plants will be ok and grow.
Just bought a KOS and it’s getting delivered today! I’m so excited! It’s been a wishlist plant for over a year now.
Ahh congratulations!!! I hope yours arrives beautifully to you! That is so exciting 🥰🫶🏻
@ she came in perfect! Even with it getting stuck an extra day ❤️
Yay!! So happy for you!!! Enjoy your beautiful new plant 🥰
Awww schucks I'm sorry your new plants have pests. I'm confident you will get rid of them. Tfs your new plants with us. The Anthrium is great, and I'm not a big Anthrium fan. Your the best... Thanks for sharing your plant life with us. An update on these plants in the near future would be nice 👍🌿🤗💛
Oh no! I'm sorry about your pests, pretty plants though. With a little Melissa TLC they'll do just fine. Have a nice day 😊❤️
Thank you! I hope so! Have a great rest of your day and thanks for watching! 💕
It’s amazing that you’re getting that many new plants out of that one
Good morning!! Oh my goodness that KOS is gorgeous 💚💚
It really is!! I need to clean off the soap watermarks lol. I cannot WAIT for a new leaf to come in 😍
I hope they all survive!
Those anthuriums are stunning!! 😊🥰
Thank you!! I’m loving the anthuriums 😍
The albo white tiger is an albo with verigation that resembles tiger stripes! 🤗
Oh okay that makes sense haha. I came across a thread after filming that said it wasn’t any different but just a different name to market an albo. If mine makes it I’ll have to see how it grows compared to my albos.
I hope they thrive, Melissa. ❤❤❤❤
I love that you tell it like it is!
If anyone can rehab those plants it’s you Melissa! Some are very pretty. Hope they survive their root decapitation lol! Keep us posted! Does your husband ever give you a hard time about the plants slowly creeping in around him lol?! 😂
Thank you! Haha I went a little crazy 😆🫶🏻 no he doesn’t mind them. Now if I took over the living area he might say something lol. He knows this is my job so he supports it!
@@plantsbymelissathat’s awesome! ❤
I'm also paranoid about pests and it takes the joy out of getting new plants for me, too. I have to quarantine any new plant and treat it multiple times, in multiple ways, to feel comfortable. Sigh.
Me too. But I treat before they go to quarantine for up to a month. They’ve got their own grow lights. Then u treat Shriners going out into circulation.
I’m very anti overconsumption and feel so conflicted watching your videos! Especially all the frequent plant hauls😣 but I appreciate your content and have gotten a lot of tasks completed while your videos play in the background, so thank you!
Hi there! I have a plant shop so a lot of plants I purchased or have been gifted this year has been with that in mind. I propagate and grow everything I sell. I don’t think having a wide variety of plants for my shop is a bad thing. Also, if I get a new plant and I’m no longer interested in growing or selling it then I can easily put it up on my site. I’m in no way telling anyone to buy more plants or promoting over consumption. So many people comment that they love to watch my unboxing videos so they can get an idea of maybe where to purchase from or how people package plants. You can definitely skip haul videos if you’re not into them. This is my job and receiving plant mail is a part of that. I’m rarely promoting “stuff” or going TJ maxx shopping every day in my personal time 😊
Beautiful plants! 🪴 love ❤️ the imports. ❤
I got a Hoya cutting that had no roots or stem. Exact same as yours. I put it in stratum and used a strawberry pin to keep it in and it rooted beautifully.
Good luck with all your new plants and thank you for your content. Always enjoyable
Thank you!! Glad yours rooted up well for you! ☺️
OMGosh!! That Anthrium AOS I want so badly! It’s a shame your Monstera had scale. I always thought scale was a lot larger than what you’re seeing, but I don’t know for sure. I would for sure keep that Anthurium no matter what even if scale. It would go into its own room for awhile.
Got these on an orchid, throw it out before it came in.
Alcohol and swabs. I would take them off as well if they are not to many.
You are so sweet.
Hi Melissa, I’ love watching new plant mail. Beautiful plants, but sad you had to deal with scale. If anyone can fix them up it’s you ! You have such a green thumb. When you do propagations in a cup of water , how often do you change the water? ThankYou for sharing your videos. I learn so much.❤
I love the aggression and decisiveness. It really was smart (in my book). :-) I HATE (deplore) bugs too.
I would stick that hoya in perlite or stratum with a strawberry support pin "U"
I groaned out loud when you held up the label that said hoya mitrata silver because it’s my number one wishlist Hoya and I can’t escape it 😂
Aw it's so silvery! I never heard of this one before but I looked it up and the blooms are really pretty. So far it's perked up quite a bit so I'm hoping it pulls through. Hoping you can cross it off your wishlist here! 💕
That violet Pullover suits you so well! Looked really color matching with your eyes :)
Thank you so much! 💗💗
Horay!🎉❤
Ever since I brought in mealy bugs on a tiger jaw succs, I've been paranoid about all plants I get in as well! I think it's good to be diligent, it protects our plants.
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5:20 it seems similar to a pothos marble queen vs a snow queen! A subtle difference but still lovely
Thank you!
Good luck with your rehabs. Imports can be a little stressful 💚💚💚
I hope they all make it! Pretty plants 🌿✨🪴💜
Thank you!!
waiting for your videos,
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Ohhhh what a lot of work 😢
Thanks for showing us how to deal with that
No problem 😊
That anthurium is beautiful and dark.
Scale is horrible. I am learning too. Why did you cut the roots off? I have never done that. Can you do a followup in a few weeks on these imports, please.
A lot of the roots were rotting but I think I was a bit aggressive this time lol. I usually rehab them in perlite and a lot of the old roots rot off as new healthy ones grow in. I also think I just didn't want to deal with the moss and scale. I just wanted to start fresh haha. I'll definitely do a follow up!
When I found scale on my ficus tree I found I the stem. I picked them off. It was a dozen or so but I never checked the leaves
Just treat all new plants as if they have pests. The burle marx and Monstera look good.
Loved this video but won’t be ordering any imports any time soon! They couldn’t just make sure they send a RUclipsr good plants?! So sorry you got pest plants again but still love watching the unboxing and rehab
Thank you! Aw I honestly don't want to get 'good' plants just because I make RUclips videos. I'm happy to share what it's like getting plants imported and to make others aware of what to look out for. Overall, I'm pretty happy with this import. I think if I paid for them I would have been a little sad about the scale and root rot with the albo but I know I'm not expecting perfectly happy looking plants to come. The anthuriums look amazing. I think it's great that they have a hub here in the US now too. After a couple days all the leaves have perked up and so I'm excited to see how they progress 😁
Thanks for the content Melissa! Btw, is that your husband in the window at 39:09? Lol
omg those anthurium 😍😍😍
Right 😍😍
Hi Mel they sent you a ton of work, but if it was fast post, why were the roots so wet and rotty ? The Anthuriums are beautiful, if you can't save them nobody can ! Good luck, but I'm now feeling itchy ! 💚
I did have them outside for 2 nights 🙃🤦♀️ they may have had the roots packaged up before they came to the us hub and then they boxed them from there.
Oh, I’ve heard of the Hoya mitrata.
Are the prices significantly cheaper to make up dealing with the issues they seem to have?
Maybe for the next unboxing you should have some pest spray and soap an water ready. Just in case you need it. Pest from other countries are stronger then ones here. And they are resistant to , chemicals from here. So maybe , just to be on the safe side, and so that you don’t take pest inside to your other babies. I’m so sorry you have that they accidentally send you scale 😮💨
Good point. I really never considered how dangerous it is buying imported plants until recently. I’ve been watching @junglecitizens and my husband is leading the effort in our area pulling out honeysuckle and tree of heaven which are very invasive. As plant collectors we need to be mindful.
Magnifying lenses ir readers will help.
Hi Melissa, you know what, this came to my mind watching you unbox. Throw all that polyfil away expecially the polyfil directly touching plants. Just a suggestion. I just don't take chances. I'm enjoying your videos. Thank you for sharing your plant life.
Thank you! Yes, most definitely! I recycled the cardboard and the rest got tossed in the trash. If I find pests I don't save anything :(
Do you think importing is worth it? Just seems like everything is a gut to prop situation
I was a little aggressive this time 😂 it depends on what you’re wanting out of it. You can have access to more rare plants usually at a lower cost. There’s definitely risks like potential pests or plants not making it but depending on where you purchase from they might have a live arrival guarantee if something happens. I would definitely check the website or reach out with questions before committing. I enjoy the process and don’t mind rehabbing plants so I think it’s worth it 😊
Hoya Mitrata is a thinner leaf hoya :)
Good morning.
You might have to put on gloves on. & later change your clothes too.
I would hose those plants down & . & put pest control on them. I'm always worried about pests when I order plants. You never know. But nock on wood I don't have any . Hopefully I never get them. But they are beautiful plants though. ❤🪴
Haha i definitely changed my clothes after 😆 scale is so gross! I’m going to spray them down weekly as a precaution.
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I peep a Cowboys blanket 👀 😅
haha yes! He loves the cowboys although not a good season for them this year 🙈
Ooh, yeah. It’s kinda big that pest.
Yay free plants but as you continue watching...😧😟😞
I enjoy the process of acclimating and rehabbing them. The pests I can do without though 😅 I definitely wouldn’t put my time and effort into it just for free plants. I also think it’s educational to share the process of getting an import for anyone that is interested in it. I included a small update at the end and excited to see how they all grow :)
@@plantsbymelissa You were so happy in the beginning of the video then I felt sad for you because of pest and rotted roots. I had bought a few hoyas and a thanksgiving cactus from a local shop and noticed they had thrips a few days later. I love watching update videos and seeing the difference. I have never ordered plants online only bought them locally but I love watching plant mail.
Fungicide and insecticide in one spray? I might try if it does both.
Just curious how many plants are in your collection
A lot 😊 I haven’t counted in a while but since I have a plant shop now it’s up there. I probably have 400 props alone.
Why don’t you think the Syngonium won’t root?
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Do not be sorry Melissa if I were receiving plants that “I didn’t ask for” and bugs came with it I’d be pissed. I would for sure not be buying from them.
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If they send plants for an unboxing with a pest, that’s pretty bad advertising for them…
It happens! Even getting plant mail from someone here pests can show up or our big box stores. I always try to be thorough with new plants I get and try to isolate them the best I can :) The scale was very tiny so you have to really look to spot them.
I hope you just appreciate the plant gifts you received instead of being paranoid about the pests.
I can not believe they sent gifts with bugs and root rot 😮. Thanks, but no thanks!
I could definitely do without those two things 😆 but it can happen with imports.
I think i would rather get plants in soil. I be afraid the moss gets mouldy. Thank goodness never gotten pests by plants online just fungal issues. Also alot of cosmetic damages. Instead the plants has been arriving nothing i get as advertised so been disappointed. Which no longer will from 2025 no more online such a waste of money.
Sorry about your online shopping experiences and that you don't get what is advertised. Most of my collection is purchased online and it offers a way to get more rare plants that you can't get at your local shops. I'm not sure where you're located but there's a lot of great and honest shops out there that take care of their plants and package well. I find plants often times at stores have pests and they aren't looked over that well. Shipping in moss is more cost effective and some places have stricter policies about plants being shipped in soil with import regulations and potentially bringing in pests that can affect crops.
Pretty makeup, and I'm sorry for the pests experience. 🪴🪲
Thank you!! It's okay haha. I think I always get a little paranoid when I first find them. I think it's some stress from all the previous pest outbreaks I've had and my collection is so big so I worry more about an outbreak 🙈
Wow. As bad as those plants look, it looks like they just wanted to get rid of them 🫣 I hope they survive for you and no more pests
They honestly arrived pretty well as far as the foliage the anthuriums especially. Some rotting roots and yellowing is totally expected. Granted I left them outside for 2 nights but they’re doing well so far after cleaning them up and putting them in water. The albo is a little iffy with the stem rot though.