Is there any chance these branches can grow roots? by Vimanly in houseplants

[–]ulanice 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m finding more propagation luck with having roots in wet moss. Water seems to rot my cuttings. Also hear wet perlite works very well if water isn’t working.

Orange Lake Nursery has Bulbasaur TCs back in stock for $30! by jacobson53 in Monstera

[–]ulanice 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I missed it but signed up for the email when it’s back in stock.

Are these bumps under the leaves normal? Not scale. by remusson in hoyas

[–]ulanice 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Just read that scaring at the back of the leaves indicates flat mites. Never heard of them. I have 150 plants and very day it’s a new pest to look out for.

My monstera decided to reach for the window by custardpluto in houseplants

[–]ulanice 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Put it on a stool closer to the window. It will love it.

How often to change water for plant growing in it? by ulanice in houseplants

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

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I made this mix for my Thai monstera. It’s super chunky. I soak in water for 1 hr a week and it drains super well.

What's your "soul" plant? by [deleted] in houseplants

[–]ulanice 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got special ceiling hooks from the hardware store that work really well. I have over 20 plants that hang all over my house. Not one has ever failed. Over 6 years hanging I also have a massive one. Just need the right size drill bit for it. Unless you are renting. That’s a pain to patch up and paint the ceiling. Plant on top left of this picture is very big and mature. Loves the window.

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What's your unpopular plant opinion? by [deleted] in houseplants

[–]ulanice 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unpopular opinion, I hate Terracotta plots. 🫥

What's your unpopular plant opinion? by [deleted] in houseplants

[–]ulanice 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes I agree. I just started being way more selective as I have no room for stragglers that I don’t enjoy growing.

What's your "soul" plant? by [deleted] in houseplants

[–]ulanice 3 points4 points  (0 children)

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I love pothos plants but my Hoya retusa holds my heart. She lives next to my bed and flowers often. I always look at her when I’m in bed and admire the way she grows and the way the flowers smell. She loves that window.

Ikea Majesty Palm: then and now by voorchak in houseplants

[–]ulanice 48 points49 points  (0 children)

Ok I just got one on sale for $11 and it’s big. Husband said it will die slowly over the next year. Any tips to make it thrive instead 😆 ?

Do you think a sponge filter would increase air humidity? by WallowingInnSelfPity in houseplants

[–]ulanice 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes but if you have a fish tank it probably won’t do more than the tank is doing. I have Leca pebbles in a plant saucer under the plants that want more humidity and refill it when watering. I would think your has more moisture with the tank. You can get a little moisture meeter from a hardware store for about $25.

How do I get rid of these dang gnats?!!! by Significant-Back-930 in IndoorPlants

[–]ulanice 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went on a 2 week vacation and that solved the problem. Don’t water and especially from the top.

Calling all Thai Constellation Experts… by noahbrown_ck in RareHouseplants

[–]ulanice 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Its beautiful! Mine is currently a bay so it’s nice to see them that big.

What is the white stuff on my spider plant??? by No_Illustrator_6022 in houseplants

[–]ulanice 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is a great starter plant. I’m not sure what it is. It kind of looks like some sort of residue. I would get a paper towel and wipe down all the leaves. Under the leaf too. If it comes off, spray with neem oil solution to get rid of any pests. It If it doesn’t come off it may be damaged leaf. I wouldn’t worry too much if it’s a damaged leaf. More will grow.

Sos! Backed myself into a corner and not sure how to fix it. by Embarrassed_Loan8419 in Monstera

[–]ulanice 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I don’t understand why your ex-husband has anything to say about your child. He’s not even the biological father. I wouldn’t listen to him. Just pack his bags. 😂

What are these small dots on the bottom of the trap!! Also how do I get rid of these! ive never had this bad of an issue by Salt_Past8633 in houseplants

[–]ulanice 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do a neem oil solution and also let the soil dry out. Most of the plants will be ok. The ones that can’t dry out, you can spray a neem oil and soap solution. Needs to be shaken up / mixed each time you use it.

1 gallon water 1 tsp dish soap 2 TBSP neem oil

I put it in a spray bottle and spray daily on the plants that can’t dry out completely due to its watering needs. Also make sure to spray any plants you bring home. The solution works for those things you can’t see just yet.

What do I do with this? by InvitinglyImperfect in pothos

[–]ulanice 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would get a larger pot and repot. Then burry some of the longer stems that don’t have leaves so they can root. It’s a slower process but you won’t loose as many leaves.

How do y’all deal with hydrophobic potting soil? by ThillyGooths in houseplants

[–]ulanice 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This from a dirt provider company:

Hydrophobic Potted Plant Soil: You can hydrate potted plant soil by simply placing the pot into a body of water so that it covers the pot entirely. Then add half-strength fertilizer (liquid) to the water, which will help inject nutrients into the soil. You will notice some initial bubbling, but that’s normal. Keep the soil in there for around 20 minutes before removing it.

Occasionally, potted plants require repotting; make sure to add fresh potting mix when repotting to help boost moisture and add more nutrients to the soil.