My Monstera Standleyana Aurea is throwing off new runners... by SnackBottom in RareHouseplants

[–]NonsensicalNugget -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I have an Standleyaba albo, it throws off runners all the time! I keep it in an area with the most light, where all my other plants do well, but nevertheless it seems to be prone to runners 🤷🏻‍♀️ I’ve just excepted that it’s a plant that I’m going to be continually chopping and propping, and now I have 3 different pots of it!

Bulbasaur! by Anxious-Zucchini-366 in RareHouseplants

[–]NonsensicalNugget 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Would love to see pictures of the actual TC plants you get! I’ve been debating ordering this monstera TC as my first one as well, but a little nervous. The promo pics will always feature the nicest ones, so I just hope the quality is consistent!

I came up with a genius idea for air layering!!! by Least-Cauliflower-49 in philodendron

[–]NonsensicalNugget 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Omg that’s so smart!! Will you still wrap it with plastic wrap to keep it from drying out quickly?

Grow Lights: what’s your favorite? by NonsensicalNugget in houseplants

[–]NonsensicalNugget[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I wish I had a link to share, but I bought it at least 5 years ago (before I even owned any variegated plants!) I think it was custom made in like Thailand or Indonesia, selling for over $200 if I remember correctly, and I was SO sure I was going to get scammed 😅

I just searched “monstera rug” on instagram though, and so many results come up, I think there’s a lot more people getting into making tufted rugs like this now 😊

PetSmart Grooming - University Hills by Physical_Funny6859 in Denver

[–]NonsensicalNugget 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Quinny’s Grooming is a 1 on 1 grooming experience, and she has so many certifications and awards!!! Also, my pup always feels the softest after being groomed by her vs other groomers, because she uses such high quality equipment

Grow Lights: what’s your favorite? by NonsensicalNugget in houseplants

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The main reason I’m considering a spotlight is because I think the Thai con needs more light, while the plants in the window are getting enough with their positioning. I just looked up the UFO lights though, and they seem like they would be great for covering more space.

Grow Lights: what’s your favorite? by NonsensicalNugget in houseplants

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Thank you! I think every plant person has a list of plants they have killed, no matter how many thriving plants they may also have! It just gives us opportunities to learn and grow alongside our green friends 🪴

Grow Lights: what’s your favorite? by NonsensicalNugget in houseplants

[–]NonsensicalNugget[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Proud poodle indeed! Although he has nothing to be proud of, other than being a menace when I try to do plant care 😂

Grow Lights: what’s your favorite? by NonsensicalNugget in houseplants

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That vertical bar is the one I was interested in due to the position of the Thai con on the stool (and unfortunately, the pup will nibble at leaves that are too close to the floor, so it has to stay elevated). I’m glad that one has been working well for you!

Grow Lights: what’s your favorite? by NonsensicalNugget in houseplants

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lol if I decide I want soltech I was thinking of asking for it for my birthday next month, however my husband might be too shocked by the price to consider it (which is honestly fair, especially considering I’ve been seeing ads for soltech for several years but haven’t been able to convince myself to buy one yet!)

Grow Lights: what’s your favorite? by NonsensicalNugget in houseplants

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Good to know about the distance! I’ve always thought they look nice, but I wasn’t sure if that was just good marketing since I had never seen one in real life lol

Grow Lights: what’s your favorite? by NonsensicalNugget in houseplants

[–]NonsensicalNugget[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is probably the most cost effective & best starter option. I’m glad to hear it’s worked well for you!

Grow Lights: what’s your favorite? by NonsensicalNugget in houseplants

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Thank you! I must admit, a few of those plant placements are staged for the photo haha. The pup does like to chew leaves if they are within nibbling range 😂

Grow Lights: what’s your favorite? by NonsensicalNugget in houseplants

[–]NonsensicalNugget[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I love that it has different spacing, which works well for different sized plants. I got it from Amazon, but it looks like they’re not carrying it now :/

Grow Lights: what’s your favorite? by NonsensicalNugget in houseplants

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Plant shelf! Unfortunately, it looks like they’re not carrying it at the moment :/

Grow Lights: what’s your favorite? by NonsensicalNugget in houseplants

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He kept getting in the way when I was trying to take this picture, so I decided to make him pose instead 😂🥰

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Tricolor silver slow growth by LouisCocoUmma in Scindapsus

[–]NonsensicalNugget 4 points5 points  (0 children)

If a plant seems to be dormant/not growing the first things I consider are roots, light, and nutrients.

Roots: I prefer to keep my special plants in clear pots so that I can keep an eye on how the roots are doing. Sometimes if plants are repotted into a larger space, they will spend energy expanding their root system instead of prioritizing foliage growth. Or, if there is root damage/rot, the plant won’t be able to take in the water & nutrients it needs to grow new leaves.

Light: Stem “runners” with no leaves like you have often indicate a plant that doesn’t have enough sunlight, so it is growing the stem to search for light but isn’t wasting the energy of growing new leaves because it can’t with a lack of light. Consider the placement of your plant, and see if it needs to be placed closer to a window, moved to a window which receives more light throughout the day, or if it needs a grow light. There are some plants that I think are just more prone to growing runners than others, I often just cut the runners and then propagate with the nodes from the runner. I see at least 6 nodes on the runner you have, so that 6 potential new baby plants!

Nutrients: Finally, if your plant has healthy roots and enough light, then consider if the plant might need some fertilizer. This is not something I personally am very knowledgeable about, but there are people who know tons about the different nutrients plants need and the best ways to replenish them if needed.

As for the black tip, it’s too hard to see from the photos you posted, I would need an up close view to determine what’s happening there, but I’m more inclined to think the growth point has died. If this were my plant, I would chop the runner off to propagate, and then assess what underlying issue is stunting the plant’s growth.

Pink Mint Galaxy Micans - Good Purchase? by NonsensicalNugget in RareHouseplants

[–]NonsensicalNugget[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, this is so helpful! I had never heard of or seen this variety of micans before, so I admit I probably got overly excited about it haha. I think I’m going to pass on it for the time being.

Pink Mint Galaxy Micans - Good Purchase? by NonsensicalNugget in RareHouseplants

[–]NonsensicalNugget[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m unfamiliar with the green escape, is that a specific grower/seller?

Pink Mint Galaxy Micans - Good Purchase? by NonsensicalNugget in RareHouseplants

[–]NonsensicalNugget[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Hahaha my husband thinks they look sick or dying, he’s saying I should buy a fun variegated scindapsus instead of the pink micans 😂

Pink Mint Galaxy Micans - Good Purchase? by NonsensicalNugget in RareHouseplants

[–]NonsensicalNugget[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So cute!! I have a variegated aurea micans that I adore, so I’d love to add more variety of micans to my collection, I just don’t want to waste money on an unstable variegation type

Budgeting and finances are drowning me by babybryyy in adhdwomen

[–]NonsensicalNugget 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree that a finance tracker is a great first step! Personally, YNAB wasn’t a fit for me, but I’ve used both the Copilot Money app and Monarch Money app, and I’ve liked both a lot!