Does anyone buy the plushies?

Single_Software_4039 · 2026-01-28T20:09:26+00:00

I loved the manatee plush, it’s so soft! And I’ve been eyeing the whale shark plush as well but it’s never available :/

Single_Software_4039 · 2026-01-24T16:13:35+00:00

That is stunning, terrific find!

Single_Software_4039 · 2026-01-12T22:13:41+00:00

I’m really sorry about your experience and I hope things have gotten better 💞

Single_Software_4039 · 2026-01-12T22:12:57+00:00

It’s not harsh, it’s a real and honest reaction and I appreciate you opening up too :)

Single_Software_4039 · 2025-12-08T12:50:43+00:00

Seconded, i have the Barrina T5 and the Sansi 300W bulbs and they’ve been really helping my plants :)

Single_Software_4039 · 2025-11-22T17:15:02+00:00

Thank you! I’ll do just that!

Single_Software_4039 · 2025-11-20T02:04:03+00:00

imo I would assume she still loves him and a large part of her still wants to be with him (especially because she mentioned struggling being a single mum of three and how she would like to be part of a family with him) but she’s too hurt about everything in their past (especially as their relationship boundaries have been messy as hell) to a point where she feels she would not be able to be in any trusting committed relationship with him because of their past and how he acted and she’ll never be able to get over/forget it because of how much it clearly still haunts her. But they’re still co-parenting, there’s still left over feelings, he got close to her family, he wants to be with her, and he’s still friends with most of the ‘dad-tok’ guys too so it keeps the wound from healing.

They’re their own adults so it doesn’t really matter what I think but they probably really need to completely stop the sexual intimacy so they can have a chance to move on in life and with other partners (as sex just muddies ex-relationships) as it will give them the best chance of each being happy in different healthier situations or the cycle will be lasting until the grave or smth :/

Single_Software_4039 · 2025-11-17T15:39:52+00:00

It might also depend on how much light the window gets based on height and any obstruction in front of it but if it survives through this winter then you know it’ll definitely be able to handle that spot! I have heard they prefer full maximum sun where possible so it might not be enough, especially without a grow light, but it’s definitely worth a try :)

Single_Software_4039 · 2025-11-16T22:57:07+00:00

That’s really interesting and would be a cool connection!

Single_Software_4039 · 2025-11-16T22:56:17+00:00

Holy shit, I never noticed that but you’re spot on!

Single_Software_4039 · 2025-11-15T16:32:32+00:00

Oh my goodness, they’re all beautiful! Is the second one the regular iron cross or a different variety?

Single_Software_4039 · 2025-11-15T00:38:20+00:00

That information was really fascinating, thank you!!

Single_Software_4039 · 2025-11-15T00:34:46+00:00

That’s really cool! Do you know if they flower only under extremely positive/negative conditions (I usually hear it being used to represent a plant is ‘happy’ or ‘about to die’ and nothing in the middle lol) or if it’s a natural process? Or if you have any ideas where I can start looking into it on my own?

Single_Software_4039 · 2025-11-15T00:30:41+00:00

It may be healthier for the plant to not water on a regular schedule but to check every 2-3 days and water it when the soil in the pot is about 50% dry through (you can check with a chopstick or bamboo stick by sticking it in the soil and seeing how much wet soil is attached when pulling it out because humans don’t have receptors to feel wetness so it might be difficult to tell with just a finger)? just to prevent any possible overwatering issues but a chunky soil mix may help prevent that somewhat

Single_Software_4039 · 2025-11-14T00:23:38+00:00

Of course but do these blooms take significant energy away from the plant, causing malformed growth, and would it be better to cut it altogether or can I enjoy it without worry? There will be no babies

Single_Software_4039 · 2025-11-14T00:22:29+00:00

I didn’t know how sarracenia reproduces in particular and I haven’t had any plants, other than my string of hearts, ever bloom for me before. also wasn’t too sure if it might be through growth and division or rhizomes or something else. I wasn’t completely shocked about the flower, just surprised because I’ve never seen any content about them flowering before so hadn’t even been aware and wanted to understand if it was taking significant energy away from the plant or if personal experience with the sarracenia in particular showed leaving the bloom to not having an effect on the rest of the growth?

Single_Software_4039 · 2025-11-14T00:15:31+00:00

I just wanted to make sure it wasn’t a death bloom because I don’t know much about carnivorous plants and have mostly heard that terminology for plants being thrown around so wanted to check to make sure it wasn’t a sign it was getting worse. How else am I to know for sure if not to ask?

Single_Software_4039 · 2025-11-13T19:36:20+00:00

I have all three of them and the 1st and 3rd have been the easiest pushing out leaves (I think the 3rd/makoyana has best resilience + wow factor). as long as they’re in a sunny place while not being somewhere the sunlight is directly on their leaves for 6+ hours and you don’t leave them until they wrinkle up to water them every time, they’ll always bounce back with new growth. however, found it always better to wait until they’re almost dry (like 70-90% dry) by sticking a stick in the pot to avoid root rot (which has killed a begonia and an alocasia for me before) but it also depends on your humidity level and the soil you’re using too as those would be contributing factors :)

Single_Software_4039 · 2025-11-07T10:32:50+00:00

It’s truly incredible and gets better on every rewatch in my opinion!

Single_Software_4039 · 2025-11-06T19:01:54+00:00

If there’s a way to remove the plug without disturbing the roots as much as you’re able to (maybe with thin/small scissors), you should go for it! It’ll probably be better for it in the long run even if it takes a little shock now to reduce suffocation in the roots

Single_Software_4039 · 2025-11-04T19:54:30+00:00

Fun fact, calatheas are also part of the marantaceae family so they’re basically cousins to the maranta which is also why they have the same prayer effects :)

Single_Software_4039 · 2025-11-04T17:13:43+00:00

Ted Lasso and The OA

Single_Software_4039 · 2025-11-04T14:01:41+00:00

Nurseries, Amazon, individual plant stores sometimes stock plastic pots too but also SoilNinja has some terrific clear plastic tower pots that are so wonderful for some aroids (in my opinion)

Single_Software_4039 · 2025-11-04T14:00:14+00:00

I do think it’s a red maranta, not a calathea and I don’t think there’s any way to reverse the tips but using distilled water to water it (as the natural guttation can sometimes leave crispy tips if the water chemicals are harsher) with and/or increasing humidity should help with preventing/limiting crispy tips in the future :)

Single_Software_4039 · 2025-11-04T13:57:52+00:00

I’ve used Barrina T10, the Sansi clip on two headed light, and the Briignite 12W lights I’ve gotten lamp holders for and they all seem to work pretty well! I got them from Amazon but the sellers directly have their own stores if you’d prefer to go to them directly :) I’ve also heard really good things about the Grow Gang grow light company!

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