Can this one grow light help grow a HUGE Monstera?

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  • Опубликовано: 19 авг 2022
  • My partner moved from amazing south facing and west facing windows that gave her full unobstructed light for most of the day. It allowed her to grow an amazing Monstera. After testing Soltech Solutions grow lights for 4 weeks in her new space. She is very happy with the amazing look and the light being able to help her continue to grow a giant Monstera.
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Комментарии • 264

  • @KillThisPlant
    @KillThisPlant  Год назад +19

    💡 Get 15% off the Aspect Grow Light with promo code: KTP
    Visit the Soltech Solutions website or follow the link here.
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    • @ruby11
      @ruby11 Год назад

      Thanks Lee, ordered! I’m in Canada also, winter is coming and I’d been looking for a grow system to mainly help my Monstera this winter. The setup you’ve picked, both the light and the Archet (to), are perfect for a space near where my Monstera lives right now!

    • @EmoNiezsche31
      @EmoNiezsche31 Год назад

      Just ordered mine!

  • @carmaela2689
    @carmaela2689 5 месяцев назад +5

    I was worried that the low kelvin would not have enough spectrum to grow plants but my plants love this light. Mine is going strong after 5 years of 24/7 operation. The light is slightly warm and super bright like looking at dappled sunshine in a forest. Just GORGEOUS and my plants love it and put out so much growth.

  • @rae1711
    @rae1711 7 месяцев назад +3

    I moved my huge monstera from a west facing window with direct sun to my south facing living room. After 2 weeks the new growth hasn’t unfurled and started dying. It had just begun to make those tiny holes on the inside of the leaves too! 😭 I’m moving it back to it’s happy home where it can be showered with burning hot evening sunshine!🤞🏽

  • @larrieannmayfield4087
    @larrieannmayfield4087 Год назад +6

    Hello Lee, I am so happy to have found you. You are amazing I have learned so many new things from you in 3 videos that I have not heard anyone talk about.

  • @daltonleath7586
    @daltonleath7586 Год назад +4

    Soltech saved my plant life! Love them and how elegant they look!

  • @xndrwolf
    @xndrwolf 11 дней назад

    Your plant videos are always so good! I was looking for info on how best to go about installing the Aspect with the Archetto mount and you were the only person I could find who covered this nice and thoroughly. Thank you!

  • @LoloPDX
    @LoloPDX Год назад +4

    Thanks so much for calling out the light temperature/spectrum! I see grow lights that are just red and green, and though that's great if you're growing some herbs in your closet, we all want our interior lighting to be as pleasant as it is functional. I've got a full spectrum bulb by my desk that doesn't feel clinical at all, improves the image quality of my zoom calls (ha!), and my monstera is much happier with it than it was before. Mine dropped it's fenestration so I'm hoping it'll come back now.

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад

      Glad you found some lights that are easy on the eyes!

  • @paintersinasnap6427
    @paintersinasnap6427 Год назад +1

    Thank you for this video ! It so helpful .

  • @annissa485
    @annissa485 Год назад +2

    I have seen these lights on many Chanel’s but no one gave a review that compares the growth. Very good information.

  • @yolyrom7233
    @yolyrom7233 Год назад +3

    Great info! I’m seriously thinking about purchasing a couple of these lights. They’re aesthetically pleasing also. Thank you KTP!

    • @Rhondas_Flippin_Life
      @Rhondas_Flippin_Life Год назад +2

      I was thinking about getting a few until I just found out they're $200 each... 🙄

  • @summerrose1520
    @summerrose1520 Год назад

    Wow very nice demonstration , thank you !

  • @DannitheGayby
    @DannitheGayby Год назад +12

    Thanks for this! I was debating asking for this light for my birthday this month and your video cemented the idea for me. The 15% off helped with those USD to CAD conversion rates, too lol.
    Just ordered two for my bedroom plants including my Monstera D., Big Bertha, that I'm trying to save from root rot. Living on the East Coast of Canada, getting enough light for my friends to thrive can be hard.
    Thanks for all of your videos! I love the info

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад

      I'm sure you'll love them as much as my partner does!

  • @hpb19
    @hpb19 Год назад +3

    Love your videos. I have learned some valuable information from you. Thanks!

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад

      Thanks for watching. glad you found it helpful.

  • @garderobsblomma
    @garderobsblomma Год назад +1

    Great solution for a sleek look! Will buy one asap. :)

  • @aaroncomerford8050
    @aaroncomerford8050 Год назад +1

    the clear wall mount is gorgeous!

  • @II-rq5qb
    @II-rq5qb Год назад +1

    Thank for your work
    I’ll try this at home

  • @qaphqa
    @qaphqa Год назад +9

    Beautiful!
    Wishing your partner and her plants a happy stay in her new home!!!

  • @AnneLi236
    @AnneLi236 Год назад

    Wow! Nice product!

  • @Mastiffmom1574
    @Mastiffmom1574 Год назад

    That's am amazing monstera! Thank you for all the info!

  • @Mandla89
    @Mandla89 Год назад +2

    Another great video

  • @Lilahlu13
    @Lilahlu13 2 месяца назад

    You have the best videos for monstera. Thank you

  • @databang
    @databang Год назад +171

    I talk to my plants, so you’ll understand why I thought the monstera on the couch idea sounded brilliant and completely reasonable.🗣🪴

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад +30

      I'll bring it up again in a few months.

    • @MaySun74
      @MaySun74 Год назад +3

      Oh my! And I thought I was the only person that talked to my plants 🪴…. 😌

    • @paulawashington6111
      @paulawashington6111 Год назад +3

      I thought the same thing.😂😂😂😂😂🌻

    • @DizzyBusy
      @DizzyBusy Год назад +14

      I talk to my plants too!! I basically yell at them and tell them to not be a fuck up. It's working well so far, but some might need therapy later down the line.

    • @databang
      @databang Год назад +2

      @@DizzyBusy 😂🤣

  • @CH-vm6cq
    @CH-vm6cq Год назад +1

    Those look great

  • @lordpurchase9189
    @lordpurchase9189 2 дня назад

    I just use cheap 6500K LED warehouse lighting as grow lights and those have worked very well. Its around 30 LUX around most of my home without lights on and that is pretty dark to grow anything. The only issue I find when growing monstera's under lights is that they grow tall in no time and start touching the light and the larger leaves blocking out light from reaching below the plant.

  • @Marfmellow88
    @Marfmellow88 Год назад

    Lol monstera sitting on the couch. Great vid! I def want some of these lights

  • @fudder1831
    @fudder1831 Год назад +48

    I like the look of the light, but too complicated for me. I prefer something mobile. For me it's easier to move the lights than the plants. The older I get the simpler I try to make things. Love your videos and have learned a lot from them!

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад +7

      Understandable! I like to move my plants around too.

    • @fudder1831
      @fudder1831 Год назад +4

      @@KillThisPlant I used to as well, just not as physically capable as I once was or I still would be.

    • @MarisaAndChew
      @MarisaAndChew Год назад +4

      you can hang it with any type of swag hook or bracket though so its not an overly big job. I still prefer a solid lamp with a grow bulb but for these big plants going up with light seems to be the only option unless windows are in abundance.

  • @melissasbeast
    @melissasbeast Год назад +4

    I love my soltech solutions grow lights! I have 2 large pendant lights and anything under them or by them thrive. Totally worth the cost, I'll be getting one more large pendent light. (Not a fan of track lighting)

  • @noricoco4695
    @noricoco4695 10 месяцев назад +2

    I’ve been using the aspect light for my mature monstera and giant bird of paradise (at 8’, a ceiling mount was really the only option). The Soltech vita grow light bulbs are also great - I have North facing windows, which don’t really cut it for my tropical plants. I’ve had the vita bulbs for over a year, and my plants are thriving. I love that I can install them in floor lamps and direct the light to where it’s needed without drawing attention to that fact it’s a grow light.

    • @noricoco4695
      @noricoco4695 10 месяцев назад +1

      Also, smart plugs for setting light timers are worth the investment!

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  10 месяцев назад

      🙌🏾

    • @OceanSwimmer
      @OceanSwimmer 5 месяцев назад

      @noricoco4695,
      How did you select floor lamps that are compatible with the Solar tech grow lights?
      I'm new to this, obviously. Thank you.

  • @melissadarnall399
    @melissadarnall399 Год назад +2

    I also have a Soltech Aspect over my monstera. Clearly it is not happy or close enough because it doesn’t look anything like your partners. Thank you for the acclamation guidance. I MIGHT be successful. Fingers crossed 🤞🏻

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад

      As long as each new leaf is larger than the last you're on the right track. Hopefully increasing the light helps your plant. Good luck.

    • @LeafyLuster
      @LeafyLuster Год назад

      You might also just have a small Form Monstera( or a very young plant) at home. These grow a little different.

  • @invincibleim7988
    @invincibleim7988 Месяц назад

    😂😂😂 you got called out on the lemo tidbit😂😂😂😂 I agree with the side eye.

  • @musicman195959
    @musicman195959 4 месяца назад +1

    Just imagine if you actually rented a stretch limousine and started putting the plants in it. The look on the driver's face would be so funny. 😂

  • @cynthiabrown842
    @cynthiabrown842 Год назад

    Great segment.
    Thanks for the inspiration.😊 7:10

  • @noninoni9962
    @noninoni9962 Год назад +1

    I'm glad I came across your channel because I've been thinking of having some of my plants move indoors, or on my screened porch, instead of outside due to the killer summer heat waves...
    Both alternatives would require more light than what would be available... I have a lot to learn, so this is a great incentive and learning experience to start.

  • @masonluce8119
    @masonluce8119 Год назад

    KTP code works! So excited to get the light!!! wondering if anyone has experience with grow lights and dragon trees...

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад +1

      Glad you got them. I don't have specific experience with that plant and lights but I suggest the same philosophy of starting out short and slowly increasing the length of time.

  • @pilaragudelo8632
    @pilaragudelo8632 11 месяцев назад

    Wow i am colombiana i LOVE mostera thx for u video

  • @JETBLACKPRIEST
    @JETBLACKPRIEST Год назад +1

    A croton video might be interesting, I noticed yours look great. My mum has one called mrs iceton and I've been trying to move it around the house in less-than-ideal spots cause I have no room where I grow my plants. it pushes out little green leaves that turn entirely yellow but continue to grow to full size, im not sure if this is reversion or 100% variegation since it grew these leaves while it was outside on a patio shaded from all but a few hours of direct sun which is where it is right now. it hasnt produced any of its pink or patterned colorastion since it was brought home but tbh I havent really done my part to know anything about it or what it likes.

  • @TheLecaQueen
    @TheLecaQueen Год назад +1

    That monstera though🥰🥰🥰🥰

  • @abbytonyardor3701
    @abbytonyardor3701 Год назад +1

    I have to admit we mounted a commercial Revolution light in our livingroom from the cathedral ceiling for all the plants that come in for winter around 40 of them including bananas citrus, sugar cane cuttings, dwarf tamarillo trees, aji charapita peppers, ginger, ornamental figs, jades and more lol. The Monstera when it was outside was under dappled shade so it went to the dining room where it's gets indirect fairly bright light along with the corn cane plant. So after all that I am a little concerned it might not be getting ideal light...maybe this light might work for some supplemental light in the dining room. Even though we have skylights this is pennsylvania the land where the skies can be cloudy all day....as always thanks for the video....I am loving this channel. I grow indoor plants and orchids and there is much to learn!!! I have a large garden as well so balancing the care for everyone gets challenging

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад +1

      Thanks for watching!

    • @abbytonyardor3701
      @abbytonyardor3701 Год назад

      @@KillThisPlant I justcrecently found your channel. Excellent info deilvered with humor and a willingness to try new things to see if they work. Excellent! So Thank you!!!!

  • @lNgemarsson
    @lNgemarsson 7 месяцев назад

    Bought this thing on the black friday sale 2023 and shipped it to switzerland. Everything together costed my about 260 USD but damn this thing is good. My Monstera loves it.

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  7 месяцев назад

      That's great. Glad it's working out for you. 💡

  • @geslinam9703
    @geslinam9703 8 месяцев назад

    I just got an Aspect large…and it puts out an amazing amount of light, a lot more than I thought it would. Certainly enough to maintain a larger sized plant. I have it over a table with approx 10 medium and small size plants. I had to raise the light a little higher because it was almost too bright. I have some lower light plants around the perimeter of the table, where it isn’t as bright. Low light plants would do great on the floor around the table. Been a few weeks and I’m seeing amazing growth spurts in almost all the plants. Sorry I didn’t buy this grow light sooner!

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  8 месяцев назад

      That’s great! I’m happy you’re enjoying it.

  • @josiemojica3674
    @josiemojica3674 Год назад +1

    I have been thinking about the aspect pendant light. I might just get one in winter.

  • @hellothere8132
    @hellothere8132 Год назад +1

    i just happened upon this video, it was funny and helpful. Air conditioned limo 😆

  • @PauZakArtist
    @PauZakArtist Год назад

    we need an update! :D I installed mine a week ago and all the leafs positinoed horisontally, lol. not exactly a view one would appreciate from monstera tho. So I guess, a spot light from a side would be a much much better solution for this guy. However.. the lights really do wonders. all my stems activated new leafs at the same time, after a month of doing nothing in a shady room. Defo getting more of these lamps

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад +2

      Glad it's working. Yes unfortunately for a monstera the leaves do face wherever the light is. But we'd rather a big plant at a weird viewing angle than one with shrinking leaves. 😅

  • @carolanegordon4089
    @carolanegordon4089 Год назад +1

    This is the plant that can grow those corn on the cob like fruit when it gets big and mature enough. Supose to be really good.

  • @mogwaii2912
    @mogwaii2912 Год назад +3

    I have two separate track versions of their lights…. 100% worth it

    • @soundmapper
      @soundmapper Год назад

      Is it the same color tone as the aspect?

  • @chrisbarry9345
    @chrisbarry9345 Год назад +2

    My favorite $20 bulb matches and even beats this. They came up with simple but amazing engineering solutions for the heat issues that ruin LED and prevent manufacturers from pushing them at higher percentages of their capabilities

    • @jsizzledizzle124
      @jsizzledizzle124 Год назад +1

      Which light is it?

    • @rileymoody
      @rileymoody Год назад +3

      How are you gonna make a marketing pitch about this light and not tell us what it is

    • @Eric-qm4vm
      @Eric-qm4vm Год назад

      Please do tell!

  • @lakeyshaadamou6850
    @lakeyshaadamou6850 Год назад

    First of all I LOOOOOOOVE your videos! Do you have any suggestions on grow light bulbs that we can already add to lamps we own or does this company just offer the bulb by itself?

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад +1

      They do sell the bulbs on their own as well. I don't have any other specific recommendations for other brands but I do suggest you check other places and look at reviews before you make your final decision.

  • @HiGradeSoundSystem
    @HiGradeSoundSystem Год назад

    hey Urkel... welcome back 😂

  • @joshuasmith6618
    @joshuasmith6618 Год назад +3

    Hi where do you purchased the archet? Thank you

  • @VeryKinkyCurl
    @VeryKinkyCurl Год назад +3

    She has some beautiful plants! I hope I can get a Monstera like that. I love the colorful fan leaf plants she has. What is it called?

  • @kateshaw1581
    @kateshaw1581 Год назад

    I see no problem with having a beautiful monstera like that on the couch. I'm ordering this light, my question is would one work on more plants if they're close? I'm in Maine and it's about to be winter with basically such a reduction of light I'm getting ready this winter!!

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад

      Yes, you can have multiple plants under the light. Putting the lamp closer would also result in the plants receiving more light. Just make sure that your plants are in the appropriate range and the cone of light is able to reach all the plants.

  • @jamieh922
    @jamieh922 Год назад

    Oh man! Wish I saw this yesterday as I just bought a light. Can you post a pic of how she staked her plant? I have a similar size and have NO idea what to do with it. I just got it and it is so thick that it is hard for me to negotiate. Haha. I would *really* appreciate it. Great video - thank you.

    • @jamieh922
      @jamieh922 Год назад

      Nevermind! I was able to zoom in enough on the video. :) Thanks again - I have learned a lot from your videos.

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад +1

      A video that focuses more on her plant is coming soonish but I'm glad you got it sorted!

  • @JasonKaczmarsky
    @JasonKaczmarsky 5 месяцев назад

    I've been using that same Soltech lamp for 2+ years now over my monstera. A few months ago I had a leaf flip completely over trying to get more sun. I recently realized the plant wasn't oriented the correct way so that may have been the issue, but have you noticed any leaves flipping? I thought that maybe the directly overhead light was the issue and was considering moving to a track light so the leaves don't flip.

  • @dayanaclaghorn
    @dayanaclaghorn Год назад

    I'd love to see the plastic light holder you chose on your Amazon affiliate page to make it easy to buy. (Assuming you bought it on Amazon of course)

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад

      Did you mean those dome lamp with the clips?

  • @beautifullyaligned
    @beautifullyaligned 6 месяцев назад

    Wow 😮 those leaves 😍
    I finally got a grow light for my young monstera, do you recommend having the grow light on during the night? Or just supplement daytime sun with it?
    Thanks!!

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  6 месяцев назад +1

      Just daytime. Let your plants sleep at night

  • @Eric-qm4vm
    @Eric-qm4vm Год назад

    You’re my hero for many reasons (not that I’m against any one’s sexuality) it’s awesome to see a straight male on YT excels in the horticultural space. I know I’ll get a lot of flak but to be clear, it’s just MHO and observation. Btw, do you have a science background? Great job and thank you for sharing great content. Liked and subbed.

  • @Coltiefication
    @Coltiefication Год назад

    Awesome video! What is the type of wall mount for the grow light called and where can I potentially find it?

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад

      Thanks! Everything, including the stand, is from the Soltech Solutions website.

  • @steff420
    @steff420 Год назад

    it would be interesting to see how much one of those cheap amazon grow lights does for a plant since many people cant afford an expensive grow light

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад

      They can work great. Get what's in budget.

  • @curiousandlooking
    @curiousandlooking Месяц назад

    Great info, I have fiddle leaf figs. If I use the overhead light the bottom leaves won’t get enough light since the leaves are very large. Any suggestions to give the bottom leaves light also?

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Месяц назад

      Is the FLF going to be exclusively under grow lights with no natural light?
      The most important would be the upper foliage getting light but you could also look into their Highland Track light so you could adjust multiple lights on a downward angle to hit lower foliage and upper foliage separately.

  • @steveowlhollamac8065
    @steveowlhollamac8065 Год назад

    NEW SUBSCRIBER... PLANT ON...BROTHER

  • @lottekarsten7190
    @lottekarsten7190 10 месяцев назад

    Your channel is amazing! Thank you so much for the relevant insights. One question about the light, however. How much energy does this light on average cost per month/year? Is there any information on this? :D

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  10 месяцев назад +2

      Thanks for watching!
      Energy costs would depend on your specific location, and if you have tiered pricing but on average it'll probably be around $1-$1.75 a month for 1 large 40w bulb.
      You can check out an energy consumption calculator and put in your specific locations cost for electricity in kwh (kilowatt hours).

    • @lottekarsten7190
      @lottekarsten7190 10 месяцев назад

      @@KillThisPlant perfect! I will def check it out :D

  • @LilSayo
    @LilSayo Год назад +2

    What are your thoughts on making your own grow lights? Since I live in a bogland, majority of these products are out of my financial and shipping reach. But I remember reading somewhere that the growlights could be just regular bulbs of specific wattage.

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад +1

      Get whatever is in your price range. For some people light intensity per dollar is the only thing that matters. LEDs or florescent bulbs can be a good option.

    • @LilSayo
      @LilSayo Год назад

      @@KillThisPlant Thank you for the information!

  • @chandlerbingbong5773
    @chandlerbingbong5773 Год назад +3

    Was this monstera purchased as a small plant? Or was it purchased with large leaves? I can't wait until my monstera has perforations like this one.

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад +6

      great question. If you go way way back to the first video I ever posted. this plant is a cutting from the two smallest leaves on that plant. I think those original leaves might have been 6" or 7"

  • @AsiyaAsiyaAsiya
    @AsiyaAsiyaAsiya Год назад

    Love your videos! Is it ok to repot a monstera in the fall (now!) if it's an emergency, i.e. wrong soil mix... Would love to hear your thoughts...

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад

      Yes. You can repot year round (indoors).

  • @MiscellaneousMichelle
    @MiscellaneousMichelle Год назад +1

    💚

  • @nahbro9735
    @nahbro9735 Год назад

    Can you please give tips on the draceana Massangeana

  • @caseygregory2730
    @caseygregory2730 Год назад

    I do have one question. How long would you say is a good time frame for a plant to be used to its new environment? I have a monstera adansonii that I ordered 4 months ago, and it has most recently been on my covered porch with the rest of my plants. All of my other monsteras seem to be doing fine, but this one is slowly getting some little brown crispy spots on quite a few leaves. I thought maybe it was pests, so I gave it a good cleaning and sprayed with my homemade natural pesticide. I do not see any new spots in the last 2 weeks, but it just made me wonder if maybe it was still adjusting to its new home. I believe it was an indoor plant, as well as being in a much cooler environment. And I did slowly bring it outside, I didn't do it immediately or anything lol. But I honestly do not purchase new plants often enough to really know how long it generally takes for them to adjust. As always, love the video! Appreciate all your information, thank you!

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад

      great question. I do think it really depends plant to plant, as well as what it's previous and new environment. temperature, lighting etc. I think its important, and it seems like you've already started to, eliminate other things that could cause that browning, eg pests, watering inconsistencies, root issues.

  • @lavandagastrica8185
    @lavandagastrica8185 Год назад

    Is the grow light the same of a full spectrum bulb??? Can I just use full spectrum everywhere in house? Thank you

  • @Angie-ci1lp
    @Angie-ci1lp Год назад

    Beautiful plant! Do color of lights make a difference?

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад +1

      They do make a difference in terms of plants only being able to absorb certain wavelengths of light on the spectrum.
      If you're looking for something esthetically pleasing in your living space you may not want purple lights or bright white because it can be quite harsh on the eyes.

    • @Angie-ci1lp
      @Angie-ci1lp Год назад

      @@KillThisPlant Thank you so much…………I gotta make some changes🤦🏽‍♀️

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад

      @@Angie-ci1lp you could honestly spend several hours learning about grow lights. Some people are looking for maximum output and cost efficiency. Maybe you have a grow tent that's sealed and are growing plants for sale. It's important to discuss what you're looking for first and then finding a solution that works for you.

  • @dianamay8600
    @dianamay8600 10 месяцев назад

    I came here from Sheffield Made Plants

  • @anhtnguyen9980
    @anhtnguyen9980 Год назад

    Thanks for the video. Very useful. Exactly what I was looking for. I want to get the grow light but I have a question. I am hoping you can help me. I just bought a Monstera Albo cutting. Very young and small root. i want to buy a growth light to ensure it survive. I see that there is two size of fixture. Small (20watts) and large (40watt). How to know which one to buy? Does it make a difference on potential sunburn? Also at distance do you put the hanging to be optimal? Many thanks!!

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад +1

      They have a different power output. This will change the recommended distance to the plant.
      They have more details about recommended distance on their website
      soltech.com/en-ca/pages/aspect-grow-guide

  • @denisedeforge3134
    @denisedeforge3134 Год назад

    I have a grow light on my monstera just so the leaves face me on the couch and not the window. Tons of fenestrations and huge leaves since I did this.

  • @chewysfish6967
    @chewysfish6967 Год назад +1

    GE makes full spectrum grow lights for very cheap. you could buy this 40 watt grow light at 200+ with discount or you can buy a 10$ hanging light fixture, a 30$ GE full spectrum 32 watt bulb, and a 10$ kasa smart plug and have some thing just as effective for 50$.

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад

      I spent at least a week sharing DIY options and it was extremely challenging finding a light fixture with a braided cable (that didn't need to be wired into the ceiling) that my partner even remotely liked the look of. And then as I mentioned the light temperature was an issue too.

    • @chewysfish6967
      @chewysfish6967 Год назад

      When I use "You", I'm not talking directly to you, I'm talking to the reader which is anyone reading through the comments.
      Like I said "you could buy this 40 watt grow light at 200+" but why would I say that to you when the company reached out to you and sent you the light.
      My comment is mostly for people who want to provide their monstera with supplemental lighting but don't have a spare 250$.

    • @staceyrose5821
      @staceyrose5821 Год назад

      @@chewysfish6967 100% can't imagine spending $200 for a grow light!! I just don't have that kind of disposable income. I buy Sansi grow lights...much more affordable and the company has a great reputation and helped me figure out exactly what set up I needed (thru email).

  • @SnaggedPrisma
    @SnaggedPrisma Год назад

    hey i love your videos, you showed other lights with a arm to move, are they good? how do you use them? i have the same but i dont know if they make any difference

    • @SnaggedPrisma
      @SnaggedPrisma Год назад

      at 3:20

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад

      I wish they did more. They aren't that powerful and they are so ugly 😔. I also don't like that there is only a choice for 3,6,12 hour intervals.

  • @MrGordonBennit
    @MrGordonBennit Год назад

    What type of potting soil do you recommend when repotting?

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад +2

      ruclips.net/video/tPeffsP_K5c/видео.html
      I use some combination of this mix depending on what I have around my home. Keep in mind, monstera can grow in the poorest "indoor potting mix" blend, but this generally does put you at a higher risk of root rot because they hold onto a lot of water.

  • @naenae5505
    @naenae5505 5 месяцев назад

    I have a question my rooms pretty small I’m trying to start my plant collection I’ve just recently added a Monstera anyways it’s underneath a grow I get low humidity in my room like terrible should I start misting my Monstera I heard it could help with the humidity problem.
    Thoughts?🙏

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  5 месяцев назад

      Misting does not help with humidity. It can increase the likelihood of your plant getting a fungal infection.
      Don't worry about humidity. Or get a humidifier.

  • @skeletona5865
    @skeletona5865 8 месяцев назад

    I have a pretty big north east facing window. Its a big french window, and theere is a ceiling window above the french window of the same size as the french window. But is it a lot of light when its north east oriented? I live in northern hemisphere.

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  8 месяцев назад

      Get a light meter (free app or device) and take measurements throughout the day.
      At least 400fc or 4300lux for 12 hours is a good target.

  • @Layeredworld
    @Layeredworld Год назад

    That monstera looks like large form.

  • @espaceg6760
    @espaceg6760 9 месяцев назад

    Where did you Buy your cable clips please?

  • @santiago_n3651
    @santiago_n3651 Год назад

    Nice ad

  • @mindyourbias
    @mindyourbias Год назад

    Hello, I think I may have sunburn on one of my Monstera leaves more so on the tips. Do I need to cut that entire leaf off or can I trim the sun burn parts or should I just leave it. I am new to monsteras and searching for a bit of advice. Thank you if you happen to see this 🙂

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад +1

      Leave it. If it's completely brown you can cut it near the edge of the brown but if you start cutting into the green the edges may just brown up again. I don't recommend messing with it. It'll recover and if the leaf has green it's still helping.

    • @mindyourbias
      @mindyourbias Год назад

      Thank so much, I will do this

  • @beautifullyaligned
    @beautifullyaligned Месяц назад

    Just came back to this video.. My leaves are "pointing up" also, is that to be expected when using grow lights?

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Месяц назад

      Yes, leaves will always angle towards collecting the most light

    • @beautifullyaligned
      @beautifullyaligned Месяц назад

      @@KillThisPlant ok thank you 😊

  • @Tksan97
    @Tksan97 3 месяца назад

    Can you replace these expensove growlights with regular high kelvin and high lumen lights? They are way cheaper and on paper can performe better. For example 6500k and 3000 lumen light are start from 10 bucks.

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  3 месяца назад

      If you're looking at 6500K are you not going for a more industrial style? Something out of the way, not integrated into your home decor? I save that stuff for a propagation shelf or a basement.

  • @smdsfq
    @smdsfq Год назад

    Hi Lee! Can i mixed my fertilizers for my monstera? I have an organic spray fertilizer that helps for soil revitaliser, prevent pest and cure viruses and diseases. Another is a liquid plant booster. Need your advise :)

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад +1

      It would really depend on the ingredients, NPK values, and dosages. I wouldn't be able to tell you. Unfortunately.

  • @Mstes2241
    @Mstes2241 9 месяцев назад

    Good evening- I live in Boston and I don't get much light because of a huge tree during summer but I do get good sunlight during afternoon in winter. I've had my monstera for a year and it has grown 2 leaves but not thriving.
    I changed it's location where he will get inderect/direct sunlight for 3 hours and I will have the grow light for 6 hours. Will that be enough to thrive and get more penetration in it's leaves?

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  9 месяцев назад

      If it isn't enough, just increase the amount of hours your grow light is on.

  • @olgaaleman8108
    @olgaaleman8108 10 месяцев назад

    I want this archeto wall mount. Where can I find it?

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  10 месяцев назад +1

      It should be under accessories. There may also be a bundle where you can get the mount and an aspect together.

  • @1on1dogtrainingregan73
    @1on1dogtrainingregan73 Год назад

    What is the wattage? Im using a 35 watt sansi grow light. My monstera leaves Re pointing up. Its not burning but its not producing barely any fenestrations. The lights are on 8 to 10 hrs.

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад

      40W large, 20W small.
      It's not necessarily the wattage. could be a lot of other factors, including time the light is on, or distance to the grow light.

  • @Jbhuynh
    @Jbhuynh Год назад

    Hi, how far from the wall is the light with that clear mount?

  • @PKMNHUB
    @PKMNHUB Год назад +1

    Get a light meter, there’s no way even 50 par is hitting those leaves

  • @GamerFollower
    @GamerFollower Год назад

    How did you get it to grow so squat and low and big???

  • @saradavies1677
    @saradavies1677 Год назад

    My monstera lives right next to my couch so that I can stroke her leaves.

  • @ryo5210
    @ryo5210 Год назад +1

    I'm kinda digging the idea of supplementing my monstera with grow light until you show that th leaves started facing upward. I like my monstera leaves to be facing one direction at the front.

    • @ladylove34
      @ladylove34 6 месяцев назад

      You can use a barrina grow light which is a vertical one so it shines on the front of the plant

  • @joshuasmith6618
    @joshuasmith6618 Год назад

    Where do you purchase the archet

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад

      I'm no longer seeing it as an individual purchase but you may still be able to get the Bethlehem Star Gift Set, (under bundles) that comes with a light and the archetto, I'll look into it.

  • @barbaraowens2299
    @barbaraowens2299 11 месяцев назад

    What wattage bulb did you use?

  • @mechelleburk5680
    @mechelleburk5680 Год назад +2

    I’ve discovered if the plant is reaching for the light, including the leaves turning towards the light, it means the lighting isn’t strong enough. At least in my experiences

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад +5

      I've also heard that. But consider, all leaves are going to take the shortest distance to face towards their light source.
      A better indicator might be, etiolated petioles and shrinking leaf size. This plants leaves have always turned and flipped towards the window. Now that the most powerful light source is above it, the leaves will face that direction to maximize surface area.

    • @Danko_HS
      @Danko_HS Год назад

      It doesn't mean the lighting isn’t strong enough, it just means the angle is wrong. The leaf tries to fix that so light can hit as much of its surface as possible. I'm sure you noticed the leaves facing the windows barely move.

    • @mechelleburk5680
      @mechelleburk5680 Год назад

      @@Danko_HS in my experiences depending on the window, the leaves and stems will move and reach to the point they are touching the windows

    • @Danko_HS
      @Danko_HS Год назад

      @@mechelleburk5680 I keep mine in south facing windows and most of the day they get direct sunlight (filtered through double-pane windows). My plants do the exact opposite, they will sometimes curle their leaves to minimize the surface area. It's possible plants will do what you're saying in north-east-west facing windows where sunlight is not as intense.

    • @mechelleburk5680
      @mechelleburk5680 Год назад

      @@Danko_HS yes. Exactly. My whole point was, that when my leaves point up towards a light and eventually reach for it, it does the exact same thing in a window with less light. Any plant I put in front of my southern window flourishes all fall and winter. Any other window they look sad. For a plant that size in the video, I have to use around 4 grow lights because I don’t buy expensive ones. I’ve been researching more about grow lights. I’ve been looking at lumens, Kelvin, lm all that stuff. Soul tech or however you spell it doesn’t really make that great of grow lights. They are more for looks than actual plant growth unless they are practically sitting on top of the plant.
      Think about it this way. When you put plants outside, do the leaves point up towards the sun? No. The sun is strong enough. They do at times turn around to the direction of the sun if not getting sun equally through out the day. Example- my elephant ears will turn towards the west if that’s the only sun they get. When I moved them where they get morning sun, a period of shade and then afternoon sun they do not turn. Same with my monstera.

  • @rose.gianno4508
    @rose.gianno4508 Год назад

    I find that grow lights hurt my eyes. Any suggestions. I really don't have much window light but I had to put my monstera on my kitchen counter. I'm so upset My cat decided to jump on the counter and mangle my new leaf. Should I cut the leaf off? My ceiling light is a LED light around 15 inches round but I know it needs more light.

    • @rose.gianno4508
      @rose.gianno4508 Год назад

      And to all the animal lovers including myself, I know this plant is toxic but my kitty is not showing negatives signs. He just did a taste test of inserting his teeth, my kitty did not swallow it.
      I'm put up a barrier now so the kitty can't get behind the plant until I can find another room. I actually have a separate plant vroom but no space for the big girl.
      I need grow lights I believe.

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад

      Colour temperature matters! If you're doing the blue-purple lights they will create eye strain. Otherwise lights that run bright white are also quite harsh. That's most other brands.
      Soltech at 3000K are not harsh and mimic the typical light bulbs you likely already use in your home.

  • @violettawlodkowska4190
    @violettawlodkowska4190 Год назад

    Hi! Could this light be suitable for growing roses inside during winter months?

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад +1

      I don't have any experience with roses indoors. I can imagine they would need massive amounts of light. Something more industrial with higher output might be better suited. Unfortunately that might mean getting something that looks much worse in your home.

    • @violettawlodkowska4190
      @violettawlodkowska4190 Год назад

      @@KillThisPlant Thank you for such quick response and great advice!

  • @PKMNHUB
    @PKMNHUB Год назад

    Get an optic 1xl

  • @emilthaung6295
    @emilthaung6295 Год назад

    Should i buy 40 W or 20 W for my thai constallation?

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  Год назад

      If you use their growing guide the recommended distance is 20W: 24” - 48” 40W: 48” - 60”.
      I would probably make my decision based on
      -will the light look good positioned here
      -is it in the right range to help my plant
      If your plant is 1 foot tall and placed on the ground, you'd have to hang the 20W light fairly low and it might look a bit strange hanging so far down.

  • @MisterDYT
    @MisterDYT 8 месяцев назад

    Hey Lee! I have a question about grow lights. Is it better to buy a grow light that uses full spectrum or blue/red (so a purple color) or are white grow lights usually better? Googling this seems to give mixed results and I want to ensure I buy a light that fits the needs of my Monstera best. Thanks!

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  8 месяцев назад

      If you are buying lights for general use around your home the colour is the most important. Purple or coloured lights are often harsh on your eyes so if you're using that in your immediate living space I would avoid them.
      Unless you're growing at an industrial level I would just get full spectrum.

    • @MisterDYT
      @MisterDYT 8 месяцев назад

      @@KillThisPlant Ahhh alright, thanks a lot for the videos and advice. Does it need to be a grow light specifically or would a normal LED suffice too? And should it have a certain brightness?

    • @KillThisPlant
      @KillThisPlant  8 месяцев назад

      @@MisterDYT any led works but all bulbs are not created equal. Depending on its strength and quality you'll need to move the plant closer to the source.

    • @MisterDYT
      @MisterDYT 8 месяцев назад

      @@KillThisPlant Alrighty, thanks a lot for helping me out!