Thank you for the very informative video. Like another of those who have viewed your video I inherited my aspidistra from my late mother as she did herself from her mother who died in the very early sixties, I would therefore guess that this plant is at least seventy years old!
Looked at my plant again, and it is not a cast iron. It is a Janet Craig dracaena that is toxic. Happy to learn about another non-toxic plant. Thank you for you video.
These are beautiful hardy plants that originate from Japan....they are perfect for a no care plant around the foundation of your house and steps as long as they are in shade.....they are so hardy and nothing seems to "eat" them at all. One of my favorites. Thank you for this video, Andrew : )....beautiful accent you have
Awesome video ... thanks for relating your personal experiences with your plant, too. It's good to know that putting it temporarily in brighter conditions stimulated new growth so quickly.
Hi John It was actually really interesting to watch my plant's response to the change in lighting. I wish I could keep it in better lighting all the time, but I really like haivng something in my dark hallway. Maybe time to think about a grow light to keep it a little happier. Best wishes Andrew
Thank you! I just got a cast iron plant for the first time and your video is extremely helpful. I am not known to have a 'green thumb' so hopefully your great advice (and my not loving it to death!) will help with it's success. Thanks again!
Thanks for the informative video. I learned some things, but still have a question. What causes leaves to turn yellow? I have a small plant with only four leaves. One leaf, the smallest, rotted at the base & another has turned yellow. I do see a new sprout coming up. I have moved it today from shade to about two feet away from a north window. I live in western Washington, on the Olympic Peninsula, where we have "English weather," 60% humidity and little sun.
I just bought 2 of these to live at the back of 1 of my rooms, not to much light there. ill suppose ill leave em somewhat closer to the window for the rest of the summer to spark some growth, so that they can be bigger and greener through the winter
So glad I saw your video. I now have a better understanding about the brown leaf tips. I ourchased mine online. It aaroved woth some leaves with brown tips and a couple of small curled, deep green leaves. Currently, still some brown leaf tips. The new growth looks fine. I guess ill just wait for new growth before removing leaves with brown tips. Or...can i cut them all off? Will new growth occur, or would cutting it back kill the plant entirely?
My cast iron plant is new to me, and as soon as I brought it home within a few weeks, it was turning bright yellow. I loved your video. You mentioned discoloration one time due to too much light? But mine sits in the corner of the bathroom with one LED light on the ceiling. Is this too much light?
I inherited what I think is a cast iron plant - the leaves look like a match, but multiple leaves grow out from a main stem(s) from a rhizome (my tallest stems are about 2 feet in height). Most of the pictures I'm seeing seem to only bear a single leaf from each "stem" so that's why I'm not sure. The rhizome almost has a ginger-root-like plant appearance, and is partly exposed on the soil surface with roots descending into the soil. Does what I describe sound like a cast iron plant or perhaps something else? Whatever I have it seems to match the characteristics described - I can't take it outside in direct sun or the leaves will burn, so I have it in a breakfast room with plenty of morning light. I'm always forgetting to water it (weeks go by) and it hasn't died - though it doesn't look great (smaller leaves that turn yellow then brown). I want to repot it since the soil is probably 15+ years old. I just water it irregularly and don't fertilize. I could probably separate the main stems and their associated rhizomes into separate pots. This plant deserves better, so now than I'm retired I want to be a better caretaker and give it the treatment it deserves.
This is such a great video, thanks for the tips and personal experience. I have this plant for 4 months now, and I noticed the other day that the roots are coming out of the drainage holes, so I should definitely repot it. But do you think I should wait until spring to do it in warmer weather or is it ok to do it now? This is the first winter I'm gonna have with it, and since I don't know what to expect, I want to ask if you experienced any new growth during fall and winter or does it grow only during spring and summer? Do you recommend moving it closer to the light in winter, since the sun is not as strong? Also, I've been thinking of repotting it in LECA, would you recommend that (if you have experience with it), or do you think it's better to repot it in the soil mix you mentioned in this video? Thanks.
Hi Dzana Cast Iron plants are tough enough that they can be repotted any time without suffering too much. Having said that, it won't be growing much over the winter, so no rush to repot. I'd probably wait till early spring if possible. I don't ever recall new leaves growing in winter, but this is mainly as my plant is kept in low light. If you keep it close to a window in winter, you may see a little growth. I don't have much experience growing in pure LECA, but I would imagine a Cast Iron plant could do really well. Best wishes Andrew
Mine hasn’t given a new leaf in months! I am going to try and water it more, because I neglect it often. I have it 10 feet from a south facing window under a grow light. I’m thinking its my watering or maybe lack of nutrients?
Any guidance on using tap water versus softened or rain water? Concerned about mineral buildup from somewhat hard tap water. I have a white crust on the soil and brown tips, don't think it was over fertilised so wondering if it is from hard water. Thanks!
hi everybody. I bought one in April and since then my cast iron plant havent push out a single leaf. I repotted it in July and have been fertilizing it frequently. but still no leafs.what should I do to sprout new shoots?
Hi Sadegh I've got two thoughts. Firstly, make sure it is getting plenty of bright, indirect light. If it is growing in a dark corner, it will grow extremely slowly, if at all. The other thing to think about is whether you are fertilizing too much. If the plant is not growing new leaves, it may not need any nutrients, and it may even be damaging the roots, preventing new growth. Hope you're plant starts growing soon. Best wishes Andrew
They don't like to be disturbed so unless you have to or it is struggling, you can leave it. Perhaps water it close to the roots and don't saturate the whole pot.
Thanks for this video. I have this plant but I had a hard time identifying it because of the way it was potted. The soil is very high so I couldn't see the long stems that yours has. Should I remove several inches of soil? Currently, the soil level is close to where the leaves come up. It is a small plant and the tallest leaf is about 9 inches (8 cm) from the soil level. Thanks for any advice. I also like your accent! What part of Ireland are you from?
I have this plant potted and I would definitely lower the soil level, what you describe sounds way too high of any level I have ever seen this plant grow in. plus it will add height to your plant.
@@EM-qz8wj You're very welcome...yes, I would just take the plant out of the pot, shake off the soil and put it back again with the soil at the root level. you will definitely like it better that way...it will be very easy to do...those plants are very hardy.
I have a cast iron plant that I discovered very surprisingly. It grew out if the soil of which I had another group if flowers that died. I didn't know what the plant was and thought it was a weed...however it kept growing and is a lovely plant. Recently we had a few nights of frost and I forgot to bring her in. Her leaves have grown and are falling over looking droopy😢😢 I moved her inside,tried to repot her and stand the leaves upward by tying them together..sadly I don't think this is the right thing to do and I fear she could be dying...please HELP...I don't know how to care for her and don't want to lose her.😢😢
Thank you for the very informative video. Like another of those who have viewed your video I inherited my aspidistra from my late mother as she did herself from her mother who died in the very early sixties, I would therefore guess that this plant is at least seventy years old!
I inherited my cast iron plant. It’s over 40 years old now. And I swear has a personality if it’s own !! Lol , great video 😍
Wow! How tall is it now?
That’s amazing!
Looked at my plant again, and it is not a cast iron. It is a Janet Craig dracaena that is toxic. Happy to learn about another non-toxic plant. Thank you for you video.
These are beautiful hardy plants that originate from Japan....they are perfect for a no care plant around the foundation of your house and steps as long as they are in shade.....they are so hardy and nothing seems to "eat" them at all. One of my favorites. Thank you for this video, Andrew : )....beautiful accent you have
Awesome video ... thanks for relating your personal experiences with your plant, too. It's good to know that putting it temporarily in brighter conditions stimulated new growth so quickly.
Hi John
It was actually really interesting to watch my plant's response to the change in lighting. I wish I could keep it in better lighting all the time, but I really like haivng something in my dark hallway. Maybe time to think about a grow light to keep it a little happier.
Best wishes
Andrew
Looks like a Peace Lily. Never heard of a Cast iron plant before. It’s really nice
Thank You for sharing those gorgeous plants! Really gives positive vibes and energy!😊💕happy gardening hugs from Japan!😃💕
Thanks so much, I really appreciate the kind words :)
Great video!
Thank you! I just got a cast iron plant for the first time and your video is extremely helpful. I am not known to have a 'green thumb' so hopefully your great advice (and my not loving it to death!) will help with it's success. Thanks again!
Great video - thanks for making it! I've got Cast Iron outside (Zone 7B) in the shady flowerbeds. Planting more this Spring!
Such a great plant for shady areas. Nice that you have a climate where you can keep these outdoors. I have to keep mine cosy indoors. :)
Thanks for the informative video. I learned some things, but still have a question. What causes leaves to turn yellow? I have a small plant with only four leaves. One leaf, the smallest, rotted at the base & another has turned yellow. I do see a new sprout coming up. I have moved it today from shade to about two feet away from a north window. I live in western Washington, on the Olympic Peninsula, where we have "English weather," 60% humidity and little sun.
I just bought 2 of these to live at the back of 1 of my rooms, not to much light there. ill suppose ill leave em somewhat closer to the window for the rest of the summer to spark some growth, so that they can be bigger and greener through the winter
So glad I saw your video. I now have a better understanding about the brown leaf tips. I ourchased mine online. It aaroved woth some leaves with brown tips and a couple of small curled, deep green leaves. Currently, still some brown leaf tips. The new growth looks fine. I guess ill just wait for new growth before removing leaves with brown tips. Or...can i cut them all off? Will new growth occur, or would cutting it back kill the plant entirely?
My cast iron plant is new to me, and as soon as I brought it home within a few weeks, it was turning bright yellow. I loved your video. You mentioned discoloration one time due to too much light? But mine sits in the corner of the bathroom with one LED light on the ceiling. Is this too much light?
My tips are turning brown!!
I inherited what I think is a cast iron plant - the leaves look like a match, but multiple leaves grow out from a main stem(s) from a rhizome (my tallest stems are about 2 feet in height). Most of the pictures I'm seeing seem to only bear a single leaf from each "stem" so that's why I'm not sure. The rhizome almost has a ginger-root-like plant appearance, and is partly exposed on the soil surface with roots descending into the soil. Does what I describe sound like a cast iron plant or perhaps something else?
Whatever I have it seems to match the characteristics described - I can't take it outside in direct sun or the leaves will burn, so I have it in a breakfast room with plenty of morning light. I'm always forgetting to water it (weeks go by) and it hasn't died - though it doesn't look great (smaller leaves that turn yellow then brown). I want to repot it since the soil is probably 15+ years old. I just water it irregularly and don't fertilize. I could probably separate the main stems and their associated rhizomes into separate pots. This plant deserves better, so now than I'm retired I want to be a better caretaker and give it the treatment it deserves.
This is such a great video, thanks for the tips and personal experience. I have this plant for 4 months now, and I noticed the other day that the roots are coming out of the drainage holes, so I should definitely repot it. But do you think I should wait until spring to do it in warmer weather or is it ok to do it now? This is the first winter I'm gonna have with it, and since I don't know what to expect, I want to ask if you experienced any new growth during fall and winter or does it grow only during spring and summer? Do you recommend moving it closer to the light in winter, since the sun is not as strong?
Also, I've been thinking of repotting it in LECA, would you recommend that (if you have experience with it), or do you think it's better to repot it in the soil mix you mentioned in this video? Thanks.
Hi Dzana
Cast Iron plants are tough enough that they can be repotted any time without suffering too much. Having said that, it won't be growing much over the winter, so no rush to repot. I'd probably wait till early spring if possible.
I don't ever recall new leaves growing in winter, but this is mainly as my plant is kept in low light. If you keep it close to a window in winter, you may see a little growth.
I don't have much experience growing in pure LECA, but I would imagine a Cast Iron plant could do really well.
Best wishes
Andrew
Mine hasn’t given a new leaf in months! I am going to try and water it more, because I neglect it often. I have it 10 feet from a south facing window under a grow light. I’m thinking its my watering or maybe lack of nutrients?
Any tips on yellowing streaky leaves? I water mine just once a month in a north facing window, indirect sunlight
Any guidance on using tap water versus softened or rain water? Concerned about mineral buildup from somewhat hard tap water. I have a white crust on the soil and brown tips, don't think it was over fertilised so wondering if it is from hard water. Thanks!
I gather aspidistras are sensitive to fluoride in tap water so that may be causing brown tips
hi everybody. I bought one in April and since then my cast iron plant havent push out a single leaf. I repotted it in July and have been fertilizing it frequently. but still no leafs.what should I do to sprout new shoots?
Hi Sadegh
I've got two thoughts. Firstly, make sure it is getting plenty of bright, indirect light. If it is growing in a dark corner, it will grow extremely slowly, if at all. The other thing to think about is whether you are fertilizing too much. If the plant is not growing new leaves, it may not need any nutrients, and it may even be damaging the roots, preventing new growth.
Hope you're plant starts growing soon.
Best wishes
Andrew
did the Iron Plant can produce flowers?
My Cast iron plant isn't very big but in a large pot. It was a gift, so I left it in the pot. Should I repot it into a smaller pot??
They don't like to be disturbed so unless you have to or it is struggling, you can leave it. Perhaps water it close to the roots and don't saturate the whole pot.
does anyone know where I can buy Aspidistra Elatior seeds? I would like to grow this plant - Thanks
I have 40+ plants, and this is the one I can't keep alive... Go figure! 😂
Thanks for this video. I have this plant but I had a hard time identifying it because of the way it was potted. The soil is very high so I couldn't see the long stems that yours has. Should I remove several inches of soil? Currently, the soil level is close to where the leaves come up. It is a small plant and the tallest leaf is about 9 inches (8 cm) from the soil level. Thanks for any advice. I also like your accent! What part of Ireland are you from?
I have this plant potted and I would definitely lower the soil level, what you describe sounds way too high of any level I have ever seen this plant grow in. plus it will add height to your plant.
@@Apollo_Blaze Thanks for your reply.
@@EM-qz8wj You're very welcome...yes, I would just take the plant out of the pot, shake off the soil and put it back again with the soil at the root level. you will definitely like it better that way...it will be very easy to do...those plants are very hardy.
You didn't mention about when it flowers
I have a cast iron plant that I discovered very surprisingly. It grew out if the soil of which I had another group if flowers that died. I didn't know what the plant was and thought it was a weed...however it kept growing and is a lovely plant.
Recently we had a few nights of frost and I forgot to bring her in.
Her leaves have grown and are falling over looking droopy😢😢
I moved her inside,tried to repot her and stand the leaves upward by tying them together..sadly I don't think this is the right thing to do and I fear she could be dying...please HELP...I don't know how to care for her and don't want to lose her.😢😢
Your blinking makes me a little nervous. So I listened more than I watched. Lovely content, all the questions I had were answered, thanks!
Lol, I knew someone would comment on this. Had something in my eye as I was shooting this, but was trying to push through. :)
@@smartgardenguide2550 aw, hope is was better soon
That man is from Northern Ireland...
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This poor man is forced to live in an IKEA showroom. 😔 Good plant video though 👍🏽
LOLOL