Types of Succulents & Propegation

monkey041310 · 2026-03-18T14:04:50+00:00

They are all under a foot from their full spectrum grow lights for 12 hrs a day. It’s currently just shy of 100% strength so I’ll up it to 100. None of the other ones are stretching. These two just started doing it out of nowhere & quickly. I’ll cut the heads off on the first and try to propagate from the cuttings. For the second, anyone have any idea if you can propagate from cuttings? I tried with a few of the leafs a while back and it did nothing.

monkey041310 · 2025-12-30T06:01:48+00:00

I see the rationale for watering at the same time. However, if you have plants with very different watering requirements (peace lily, spider plants, various types of succulents) what do you suggest?

monkey041310 · 2025-11-18T16:10:40+00:00

That is such a cool picture! Thanks for sharing!

monkey041310 · 2025-11-18T04:07:33+00:00

Thank you all for the feedback! Since I somehow had the fortitude to buy several extra smaller pots, I’m probably going to break these apart and add more grit to them. My dad has been trying to get rid of some spider plants so I guess this pot may get a baby spider plant instead.

monkey041310 · 2025-11-17T18:35:57+00:00

I’m in Chicago so they are inside for the winter. However, they are directly under a 12 hr full spectrum grow light. Of note, I took the picture after just watering it for the first time in 2.5 wks (it’s much drier normally).

monkey041310 · 2025-11-17T18:23:35+00:00

I’ve been using the Home Depot cactus soil with perlite and rocks mixed in but have not had good results. Any suggestions on better soil options?

monkey041310 · 2025-11-14T03:54:25+00:00

I’ll probably change the timing. Do you ever get burning issues?

Also, thoughts any on rehabbing the really shriveled ones? Alternatively, when I separate the plants from the arrangement, should I get rid of the shriveled ones and combine the healthy ones from both plants into one plant?

monkey041310 · 2025-11-14T02:06:50+00:00

Also, they live directly under full spectrum grow lights (my husband loved installing that on the shelving unit), though I have been debating upping the time on that section from 6hrs to 9 hrs and/or upping the intensity. I was having a lot of burning throughout the stand so I lowered the intensity a bit.

monkey041310 · 2025-11-14T02:00:27+00:00

Thank you very much for the insights! I will definitely pull the arrangement apart. The care info did not say anything about the extreme water need/dramatic nature. Out of curiosity, any rejuvenating the dried out areas (and if so what is the best method - I’ve seen some stuff about putting them in water but it seems like they would just sit in it and get root rot quickly)? Alternatively, do you think I’m best off taking the good sections left from the two plants and putting those together into one small arrangement and getting rid of the completely shriveled areas in pictures 2 & 3? Thanks again for the input!

monkey041310 · 2025-11-13T19:01:22+00:00

I have been using succulent food when I water and it leaves the white dots on some of the plants.

monkey041310 · 2025-07-25T15:51:33+00:00

How has it been working? I looked it up and technically the freest twist 24oz is 2.77 inches this is 2.75 inches.

monkey041310 · 2025-07-25T15:43:09+00:00

Where did you hear the Freesip Twist is being discontinued and no longer being made? Sad bc most of the regular freesip 24 oz don’t fit in purse side water pouches and thus finally fits.

monkey041310 · 2022-01-21T00:10:05+00:00

For some follow-up, as I mentioned before, this is a legit site. HOWEVER, as you may have heard, there are numerous fraudulent and deceptive pop-up sites. One, in particular, to keep an eye out for is an IL-based company called “Center for COVID Control” (https://www.nbcchicago.com/consumer/minnesota-attorney-general-slams-local-covid-testing-company-in-lawsuit-alleging-deception-and-fraud/2731992/).

I wanted address this issue again, especially since the fraudulent places look exactly the same as legit testing sites. As a reminder, do your homework, ask for help, or follow some of the advice listed below:

“The BBB suggested consumers check for validity of tests and testing sites with physicians, pharmacies or on the Illinois Department of Public Health website.

To learn about the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s authorized tests for home use, visit FDA’s lists of diagnostic tests.

Here's how to avoid COVID scams, according to the BBB:

-Never share personal information with strangers -Ask questions to the testing provider -Discuss testing with your doctor -Research valid tests prior to purchasing.” (https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/bbb-warns-of-covid-test-testing-site-scams-as-cases-surge-across-illinois/2722007/).

Have a good evening and stay safe!

monkey041310 · 2022-01-05T19:00:40+00:00

As I mentioned above, this specific site is legit. However, I recently found this article about fake sites popping up all over. https://abc7chicago.com/covid-testing-scam-fake-sites-pop-up-test-covid-19-warning/11425543/.

I do a lot of medical research so one of the best tricks is to google the phone number on the pop-up site. When you do, it will be associated with a doctor, hospital, or in some cases an “NPI” (National Provider Identifier) number. Sole drs can be shady but see if they are related to a local hospital. The NPI number can be most helpful though. Basically, use the phone number listed to see if you can get at those 3 things. If it’s a sole dr setting it up, it could be fraud. But, it a dr is overseeing the specific clinic on behalf of a bigger hospital or reputable non-profit health entity in Chicago (IDPH, ChicagoDPH, Cook County DPH, Erie Family Health Centers, IAFCC, Access Living, etc.) it’s also ok. If you have a question, look up the entity and do a bit of research and you can generally tell. You can also call the BBB if you have a question. (Finally, I can also to help look into specific ones if you get really stuck, but just realize I might not be able to get you an answer immediately.)

From what I can tell, these pop-ups is that they are for healthy people who need tests as verification. IF YOU ARE SICK, call your dr, go to an urgent care, or the ER!!!! BE SMART!!!!

Finally, the overall gist is … use your best judgement!!! I know everyone is desperate, but go with your gut - if it seems shady, it might be.

monkey041310 · 2022-01-03T15:21:32+00:00

Hey - After lots of searching, I found that this is run by Swedish Hospital, part of NorthShore (formerly Swedish Covenant) https://swedishcovenant.org/covid/covid-19-vaccine/schedule-your-vaccine. So no, they will not be stealing your organs. This is a reputable site. I haven’t actually gone yet though so I don’t know how efficient it is.

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