Beginner Plant Parent Tips & Essentials



Thank you for tuning in! These are some of the tips and gadgets I’ve picked up during my short time as a plant parent. I hope this helps you out in your plant parent journey!

⏱ Timestamps
00:00​ Introduction
1:02 Plant Activity Cataloging & Tracking
3:01 Watering & Moisture
9:15 Potting, How to Cut a Drainage Hole
12:50 Plant Handling & Maintenance

Mentions
‣ Vera app by Bloomscape https://bloomscape.com/vera/
‣ narrow spout watering can (alternative): https://bloemliving.com/products/watering-cans/aqua-rite/
‣ Bloem Easy Pour watering can: https://bloemliving.com/products/watering-cans/easy-pour/
‣ Mister options: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=continuous+mist+spray+bottle
‣ XLUX Moisture Meter: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014MJ8J2U
‣ 1/2″ Hole Saw Drill Bit: https://www.amazon.com/Diamond-Marble-Granite-Fiberglass-Ceramic/dp/B00O1SAY58/
‣ Mesh Tape: https://www.homedepot.com/p/FiFlexMesh-2-in-x-500-ft-Fiberglass-Mesh-Tape-2-Pack-FM-25002/306531336
‣ Gloves: https://www.homedepot.com/p/West-Chester-Latex-Coated-String-Knit-Large-Multi-Purpose-Gloves-HD30503-LSPPS48/202299436
‣ Tongs: any will do!
‣ Soils (please do your own research!): Miracle-Gro “Cactus, Palm & Citrus Potting Mix” mixed with “Perlite” (for succulents), “Moisture Control Potting Mix” (for herbs, other plants), “Orchid Potting Mix Coarse Blend” (for bromeliads)
‣ Potting mat options: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=potting+mat
‣ Mintcraft plant dolly: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002FYAKPY/
‣ Shears/Pruners: https://www.fiskars.com/en-us/gardening-and-yard-care/products/pruning-shears/pruner-391091-1008

Music
by Lukrembo (Track–”Marshmallow”)
Sound from Zapsplat.com

Equipment
‣ Sony A6400
‣ RØDE VideoMicro

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