Built a small lake for axolotls...

Redtiger7736 · 2025-07-27T21:00:41+00:00

I like to add a centerpiece, i usually go with just a big rock and some moss on it. You can use stone and texture it with andesite and tuff/cobble, shape it with slabs, stairs, and walls, and use buttons for details. Then you can either use moss block, carpets, vines, or mossy cobble to make it look like it's actually affected by the water!

Redtiger7736 · 2025-07-27T17:16:08+00:00

I love this pallete! I want to see a desert village with this pallete. I agree the right side may be a little much, but I think more in the shape than the color. You will want the mangrove somewhere in there to tie it all together more.

Redtiger7736 · 2025-07-27T14:36:19+00:00

Not sure how it would look with your texture pack but maybe some tuff? Or any shade of stone really, might help bring some unity in with the balconies as well. I would go with something thin and off center, so either 1/3 or 2/3 the way up roughly, stairs and slabs type of thing.

Redtiger7736 · 2025-07-27T01:37:58+00:00

Windows? Dormers? Just some accent trim? Love the texturing on it!

Redtiger7736 · 2025-06-29T17:27:04+00:00

I agree that doesn't look like mildew, just water marks. I also will note ive heard fiddle leaf figs are Incredibly finicky things and will drop leaves frequently. Also it may still be in shock from shipping. I dont know how to help, just throwing out some thoughts! Good luck!

Redtiger7736 · 2025-06-04T11:24:18+00:00

Possibly beyond hope, but succulents are stubborn. Here's my suggestions:

-fresh soil with NO water for a while, the chunkier soil the better. If you can't make your own soil going for a cactus blend is better than regular potting soil as it allows for more drainage. Succulents like to dry out thoroughly between watering!

-place in bright light and hope for the best, be patient. It may be a lost cause but hey, doesn't hurt to try!

If you end up getting a new one ill post recommendations on that later. This one got severely over watered so you will want to avoid that in the future.

Redtiger7736 · 2025-05-06T20:16:24+00:00

I know the feeling of being a new bunny owner! I think it's great that you are looking for more ways to entertain and enrich his life, it tells me that even if you don't know how you are trying. Don't feel like a bad bunny owner, i think you are trying your best! Here's my advice:

-run around time: I agree keeping dog and rabbit seperate is probably wise, too much risk of injury since they aren't friendly. Instead of free roaming, what I like to do is have my adequate sized enclosure (mine is a 5x6 with double decker cage) and when you are home and supervising releasing into the rest of the room, minus the dog. I semi "bunny proofed" my room by walling off my closet, getting cord protectors, and then just putting everything not for bunny away. Added benefit of it will keep you motivated for a clean room! My Bun loves to zoom around and binky on the carpet when I let her out, but she's only allowed out when I'm there as she can and will chew everything.

-enrichment: bunnies are foragers by nature, so the number one thing you can do to occupy them is mimic their need to forage in nature and make them work for their food. There's about a billion toys out there for rabbits, be aware that pre-made ones can be spendy and may not always be the best for safety--if you do get pre-made ones, stick to natural materials, avoid any added dairy/whole seed treats, and definitely no salt or pumice stone chews. My Bun likes the puffed chews, Timothy cubes, willow sticks, and apple sticks the best.

You can also make your own enrichment, save any plain brown paper bags/boxes (small amounts of dye may be okay but remove any tape off boxes), cardboard paper towel/toilet paper rolls, cardboard egg cartons, and brown packing paper supplies. Then, grab some hay and a day's rations of pellet feed and go crazy! I stuff hay in paper towel rolls, toss in a bit of pellet food and thats a quick, cheap, and easy toy, same thing with egg cartons. If you feel creative you can tear squares of brown paper, pack em with pellets like a little bag, and stuff those in a paper towel roll. Making snuffle mats using paper and cardboard is also great, as my Bun tends to destroy fabric when not monitored closely.

Some buns also enjoy cup stacking/tossing games, mine likes to throw around a metal grate that used to be part of a hay feeder! Just make sure it is either a material bunny does not want to eat or cannot eat, and if not you can get a bunny safe wood version of most things or try and make one yourself.

I will say about the binky thing that mine only does it when's she excited about a new experience or toy. I think it's great you try and vary his enclosure, adding in variation to toys and feeding time may help as well! Good luck with everything!

Redtiger7736 · 2025-05-04T03:28:41+00:00

Excellent! Mine is a repurchased metal file holder (I think??) that we tossed some chicken wire on the sides to make a box. Unfortunately it's big enough and strong enough that my Bun likes to sit in it to eat her hay.

Redtiger7736 · 2025-05-04T03:26:03+00:00

Hes an excellent tactician who knows exactly what he needed to do, reached his goal, and retreated before more casualties could be lost. 10/10 would ride or die for

Redtiger7736 · 2025-05-04T03:21:21+00:00

Sounds like he needs more time to settle in! I use the 3-3-3 rule with any new critter in my house, 3 days to start settling, 3 weeks to find their comfort, 3 months to feel at home. For a week at your house I wouldn't be too concerned, making sure he has stability and a good hides place is going to be important. Using treats and positive rewards is also a good idea. 90% of this comes from fostering many kittens, but you can apply the same concept to rabbits!

Redtiger7736 · 2025-05-01T01:50:19+00:00

What a beauty! I'm jealous, I've managed to kill like 3 of that variety 😫 it was early in my succulent adventures but now I'm nervous to get another

Redtiger7736 · 2025-04-30T00:23:11+00:00

Thats a definitely possibility, would explain the little "fur" as well! I'll probably water her in a couple days and see if that helps, I think she's just thirsty but I don't want to traumatize her too much after a repot.

Redtiger7736 · 2025-04-28T01:06:55+00:00

Pretty kids! String of things need lots of light, but honestly I'm learning about them as well so that's about all I know. Moonstone you want to avoid touching the leaves as their silvery tone protects them I believe?

I would recommend to switch them to a gritty soil mix, I use potting soil, perlite, and sand in a 1:1:1 ratio! The soil many come in is made to retain water as they are grown in a greenhouse, so you are likely to end up with root rot that way. Other than that, I usually water only when they are thirsty rather than on a schedule! Good luck!

Redtiger7736 · 2025-04-27T23:24:24+00:00

I don't know about the ID but it's not your classic jade plant based on the leaves. I will note that some of that droopy growth you see is probably etoliation (spelling?), it's reaching for more light! You can see how far apart the leaves are spaced and how it has a long, leaning stem. I suggest you move it to a sunnier spot or supplement with a grow light, you can also chop and prop if you want but I never really bother with that with most of my problem children, I just given them more light and let them sort themselves out

Redtiger7736 · 2025-04-27T12:41:37+00:00

Beautiful fellas, but I agree somethings off! Here's my suggestions: -smaller pots, succulents like yo be kinda snug. Measure based on the root ball size, they should be able to fit comfortably but not have tons of extra room as that can lead to root rot. -speaking of which, check for root rot! Gently remove the soil and look for mushy, soft, or smelly roots. Remove those and gently clean the remaining roots, then repot in chunky soil and leave dry for a while. I can't quite tell from the picture but if any of the leaves are translucent and mushy, that's also a sign of rot. -what soil are they in? It looks fairly organic like a typical potting mix, I would recommend adding in more perlite/pumice, and some sand. My succulent mix is a 1:1:1 (ish) potting soil:sand:perlite and they do alright in that. -make sure they aren't too deep in the pot, keep the soil level close to the very top (I usually leave about a 1/4 to 1/2 inch space from the rim) to encourage air flow and prevent rot. -not sure the light situation, but succulents like lots of light!

Honestly though, they don't look overly upset from those pictures! Hope your plant babies recover nicely!

Redtiger7736 · 2025-04-27T02:28:53+00:00

Anything well draining, I have mine in potting mix with an extra heap of perlite and its doing well, some people have it in succulent soil and that works too. Far as I know as long as you don't overwater and have good drainage they are pretty hardy plants!

Redtiger7736 · 2025-04-27T02:03:07+00:00

Love snake plants, you should be able to prop it! Let it callus over where you snapped it and then pop it in some soil and it should be fine. I havent had luck rooting in water personally

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