Replacing My Potted Cactus (Prick Free!)
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- Опубликовано: 7 сен 2024
- Inspired by a similar euphorbia in a pot in a clients garden, I create a little more magic in mine. Follow along as I remove a repetitious plant and pop in a new and improved statement!
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Something I've been doing is to cut a circle of window screen to fit on the top of the soil of a pot. I cut a circle in the middle and slice it from the outer edge to the inner circle so that I can fit it around the plant. Then I place the top rock, glass, or whatever on top of the screen. When the dirt level begins to sink, I scoop off the top rock or the glass, take up the screen, add the soil and replace the screen and top Rock. In this way, I don't have as much loss of the top rock/glass and I don't have to dig through the dirt looking for chunks of it. Just thought I'd share this in case it would be of interest to anyone else.
Great idea!
That's effing genius. Where do you get all this screen?!
Genius idea!!!
@@Fabdanc you can get window screen rolls at Home Depot or any box store. 😉
I'm glad you are back in your garden. Gardening is such a healing experience.
I think it's Euphorbia baioensis. Difficult to get a close view on video.
I think that’s it!
Common name, Prickly sticks.
From Kenya.
Thrives in hot, dry climates😅
I really like the pairing of this euphorbia and the pot, very complementary! ❤
I can't believe it has been 2 years since you moved! Time has passed so fast!
I loved the video
We send our sincere condolences to you and your family… so many losses and during such a short time… We lost our 15 yr old Maddie last month too, it has taken a huge toll on us too. Our animals are family and our constant companions, until they are taken away… We send our love and prayers to you and your family. Take all the time you need to feel serenity again. We need you dear friend!😘🙏🏻❤️
Sand or rocks probably doesn’t matter because of your climate. Definitely I would not use sand as sand holds more water, stays wetter longer? But we get more rainfall, particularly in the winter. For my climate rocks and perlite are the go.. I think it depends on a lot of variables as to what kind of soil is best. thanks for your wonderful videos, it’s always a pleasure watching.❤
I was thinking the same! Sand would be horrible for us in Houston
Yes, all the latest from the nurseries and cacti and succulent wholesaler in my area (think climate more like Florida), won’t use sand anymore (they used to) as it holds too much water. Laura should be fine though.
i think coarser sand, like construction or concrete sand, helps improve drainage, but fine sand like beach or sand used for decorating with isn't good for drainage.
NEVER can have too many Euphorbia Trigona;
Thanks for all your videos Laura, I am a fan. In my humble opinion Perlite is too light and always comes above the top dressing and makes the pot look messy. I found Pumice a better choice personally.
Thank you!
I know how that the substrate that was found in the pot that the euphorbia came out of was indeed pumice, not perlite.
Such a great addition to the garden, love it! ❤
Here in WV we use a bark mulch mixed with potting soil and a good pot size and water schedule and we have great luck and our customers do too bc it’s more of what they are used to for other plants
Great job as always Laura it looks so beautiful in that pot ❤your garden as always is spectacular ❤from OZ
This lady has sone nice stuff. ❤
I live in Arizona and I don't use much of the sand because it is heavy and it does hold extra water so I use a perlite in a good cactus soil or even a good plant soil. But I love the way that the perlite is in there and maybe some other chunky things if you have it laying around but what you used in your curly cactus was great I just probably would have added some Pearl light in with that and it would have been perfect
Artwork in the making. Beautiful garden, Laura. I was cringing as you were using the tool to get the other euphorbia out of the pot. It was gorgeous, and now will be adorning another's garden. Thank you for sharing your repotting. Happy Gardening 🌵
Good job on taking the cactus out and putting the smaller one in the tall pot looks great.
Yep! Perlite is handy, and I like the coarse stuff too to keep things draining well. Nice way to make potting mix stretch farther especially for succulents! Vermiculite looks similar but holds onto water.
Loving these videos of you back in your garden, so therapeutic for you ❤️
When you first picked up the Sausal I gasped thinking you were going to chop the plant haha! Love the new addition and that the big trigona will be a clients soon. I’m yet to add one to my collection
Thanks Laura!🪴
The new Euphorbia looks amazing in that pot especially with your signature top dressing! Love how you went about the project with the Sawzall…very creative. Here in the East I have used perlite and course sand to root plants like Pelargoniums. Perlite alone is added to soil less potting mixes for increased drainage capacity. Pumice is harder to find in garden centers but perlite is readily available. Sometimes I also add chicken grit or bonsai soil mix. When you say gravel I think of the sand/small rock mix that is used to repair dirt roads. I think it would be fine or pumice which is something you have ready access to.
Hi Laura, I always have a hard time finding perlite at the box stores, so I buy it at a Hydroponics store it's always available there. 😊
I love the look. It’s so much better! 💚💚💚
I love it too! A perfect improvement for that pot in that space!
I learned that beach sand is too salty to use for plants, and the best sand to use is construction sand. Available at big box stores. Hope this helps.
That was me that gave you that advice about sand and perlite. Just happy to help.
Yes. Thanks, Adam!
Hi Laura! Here in GA (zone 8) I’ve had success using 1 part organic matter (soil) for every two parts of Mineral grit (I use a blend of sand, perlite and chicken grit or crushed granite). My Mangaves and cactus are doing great so far. Thanks as always for sharing your tips and doing this video!🧡
Doesnt sand retain moisture, where perlite doesnt. I have never used sand in my succulents because I font want mine to stay wet.
@@neysabrooks680 I’ve done a lot of reading trying to find the right succulent/cactus soil blend for my zone so I can give my plants the best chance to survive in my Zone 8 area and prevent rot. Many things influence how long soil stays wet, e.g. quantity of water added, sunlight, airflow, and soil structure. I have clay soil, wet summers and even winters!
Sandy soils tend to dry out faster reason why is ideal for succulents. I read that sand is an excellent ingredient for improving drainage and that the right potting or in-ground soil for succulents should include one part organic materials with two parts mineral materials (coarse sand (builder's sand because the salt from beach sand can desiccate succulents), perlite, pumice rock, and gravel).
I thought I share this but note that what works for me may not work well for another. I wish I live in the land of milk and honey!🧡
So good to have you back 😌❤
Two of my cacti just sent up their big blooms. Both only lasted one day.
looks like pumice stone in that new plants potting mix actually, similar to perlite but heavier
Did anyone else see the hummingbird at about the 6:00 mark? I’d like to think that was Bentley stopping by to say “hello”.
Can’t wait to see you work more in your garden. Can you please tell us more about the red velvet plant?
beautiful ;good work
Euphorbia baioensis 😊
Are you guys staying in this house a bit longer? Was I imagining you mentioning that you guys were moving a couple months back? Either way, I’m glad you get to enjoy your garden longer! You have put so much effort into rebuilding!
I’ll be sure to address that bit of drama in an upcoming video.
Spoiler alert!
We’re staying😊
@@LauraEubanksyay! I’m so glad you guys are staying longer :) this garden has grown on me over the last 2 years. Would hate to see you guys have to pull up all the roots and resettle again so soon!
If you're going to use sand, pay attention to the grade of sand. Coarse to large grain and is what you want, avoid play sand or fill sand.
If the grain size is too small, it won't create enough air pockets and will continually compact. This lack of air is what promotes rot.
If you live in a very wet, humid environment... I'd go with pumice. Harder to get your hands on, but super great for drainage and aeration.
Excellent advice!
Please meep js posted if the sand mixture works. ❤ Thank you!
Love it …😊😊😊
Bravo!
Possible euphorbia baioensis ?
Night bloomer? Might have an awesome scent! Keep it close to your window
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It looks like a corn cob euphorbia
…never seen a bag cactus mix with sand… rocks, perlite, but not sand. You mean DG? Perlite tends to float up in heavy rain , but it’s certainly recommended a lot.
I been successfully using pumice instead of perlite.
Looks like it's planted in pumice and other gravel mix.
So good to see you back in the garden❤I know it will lift your spirits! My rain gutters look like crap. With 3 weeks over 100 degrees they are ready for som cooler weather. I started to tend to them and it gave me motivation to continue 🩷
Hope you find out the name of that new cactus so we can all enjoy it
I thought that it is not a good idea to transplant during hot Summer time
What a beauty! What kind of sand did you use?
Playground sand
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When are you moving to a new house/location? Thought you mentioned that plan in one of the videos and even pointed out the plants that are staying and those that you are going to bring with you to the new place. Just wondering.
Stay tuned🤪
Did I miss something? I thought you were moving?
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I don’t think sand would offer any help in regard to moisture. Pumice rock would be your best Laura!