Thank you so much for watching and for sharing this helpful tip! Using a dilute peroxide solution to prevent mold and mildew is a great idea. I'll definitely try it out.

Can you dip them in the peroxide solution as the nodes are developing?

I haven't tried growing it solely in water myself yet, but it sounds like an interesting experiment to try in the future! One concern might be the risk of the ginger rotting if it's submerged in water for an extended period. Additionally, you'd need to ensure it receives adequate nutrients, perhaps by using a hydroponic fertilizer, to support its growth until harvest.

Glad it helped! As Monsteras mature, they seek more stability to reach more light. Happy gardening! 🌿😊

Hi @CrissyPayne-Dalton - firstly, thanks for tuning into the channel. Here is the link to the video where I planted the propagated ginger into soil - kzbin.info/www/bejne/bnupZpWoeLKLd8ksi=BOIG8Xbf0oLiN_wE Let us know if you have any questions about the process ;)

Hi ceebee0766 - thanks for reaching out with the worm farm issues you are experiencing. Don't worry they are all common problems. Here are my thoughts... Moisture Control: Excess condensation might mean your bin is too wet or has poor drainage. Can you confirm if there is any condensation coming out from the drainage holes in the bottom of your bin? If not, the holes may be blocked. Vinegar Flies: These guys usually appear if the bin is too wet or there are too many food scraps. You said you aren't feeding them much scraps, so maybe bury it under the bedding to discourage flies. Missing Worms & Food Not Disappearing: This could indicate that the bin environment isn't ideal. I don't think they have disappeared because you mentioned there is dirt on the walls, which is usually a sign that worms are climbing the walls. Don't be afraid to dig around in the worm farm - you'll be surprised just how many worms are in there. Also if your worm farm is relatively new, the worms will have plenty of fresh food from the original starting materials, so they may not need the food at all for the first few weeks. Temperature Check: Worms prefer temperatures between 55°F to 77°F (13°C to 25°C). the only way to tell if it is too hot or cold is to use a thermometer. If it's hotter, consider moving the bin to a cooler spot and out of direct sunlight. Sorry about the long reply - hopefully it helps with the worm farm!

Thanks for your response :) I ended up putting lots aeration holes around the top of the lid and then promptly freaked out that they will escape during the night! There isn't any condensation or hardly any worm wee in the bottom box (but I only got a thousand worms about 3 weeks ago and they're itty bitty ones). I put flyscreen mesh on the bottom of the feeder box (which also has holes for aeration around 9 or so around the size of a thick pen/pencil). I ended up removing the food - as I suspect the the original starting material was pretty thick, as I used the packing material, sugar cane mulch and compost). They sit under our patio, so the temperature should get pretty even and now moving into autumn, it may get colder during winter, but we have a hessian bag ready to go). I tested the bedding and its moist (not wet, wet), but when I squeezed it with my hand, no moisture came out)...and I put on some dried leaf litter the other day and then topped this with newpaper...but the newpaper always feels damp from the condensation...and so far, no escapees out of the top layer aeration holes...it's a pretty big box (aquarium sized box)...so I'm thinking I may just not have enough worm??

I personally haven't frozen ginger before I always grow my ginger and put it in the garden, so unfortunately I have no experience with it. I have read that freezing ginger can damage the cellular structure, so what I would try is defrosting it and checking to see if the rhizome isn't too mushy. If it feels normal, then try growing it like I did in the video - you really don't have anything to lose. ;)

This comment is exactly why I love the indoor plant communities! Everyone is so helpful and willing to share their ideas and experiences. This suggestion is absolute gold - I've heard of this method too but I haven't tried it personally. It definitely sounds like a great experiment for a future video! Thanks @Plantlady77 for the tips and suggestions!

Sorry to hear your Birkin got sun burned. Luckily it can make a full recovery with the right care. Let us know if you have any questions along the recovery journey ;)

I'm so happy you found the video helpful - let us know how you go with growing your ginger at home!

Thanks for tuning into our tutorial - trying starting at the Ginger Root Selection chapter at 3:09 ;)

Absolute pleasure sharing my techniques for cleaning the LECA - that's what I want to encourage with all plant parents. Share all the tips and tricks for caring for our plants and we can all learn together ;)

@@gardenbenchtop Absolutely !

I haven't had much experience with Australian Brush Turkeys, but I can definitely empathize with the frustrations of losing crops of fruits and vegetables. Rats and possums are the critters that constantly raid my patches. I struggle to even grow rose bushes and wisteria, because they eat the fresh buds and new growth - which permanently stunts the plant! 😠

Hi @ANutterwitch-wq1gj - I sourced my sand from my local nursery which has a section that is specialized for Bonsai's. So I try go for a sand that is classified as 'coarse'. I did a quick amazon search and found quite a few options, like this: amzn.to/40JKegK What you want to avoid is any sand created for sand pits - because they add in a host of chemicals that you DO NOT want in your houseplants.

I don't know. I used regular sand, and it clogged up the drainage hole. This is an unnecessary expense waste of dirt.

Great point @GWhite1001 - I think you would be right about this fact. Personally, I haven't had any issues with the rope keeping the soil too wet - but that being said, I do live in an area with low humidity (Aus), so I think the moss probably evaporates and absorbs most of the moisture BEFORE it reaches the soil. I think on my next moss pole, I'll take your suggestion on board and stop where the moss is. Thanks for contributing your thoughts on this :)

Thanks for the enthusiasm @rotyex. Let us know how you go and if you have any questions feel free to ask them here. Always happy to help ;)

@gardenbenchtop actually came out amazing. Put a adansonii on mine and it looks awesome.

@emeraldoil8426 - Thanks for the tip! I did try the 3 toothpick trick, I was just missing the 60° angle part! Thanks again

Glad you are enjoying the propagation series :)

Thanks for following along with us

Thanks for the kind words. It's comments like yours that gives me the encouragement to keep producing series like these :)

Absolutely, you’ve brought up a great point! That definitely could be the main difference between the two pieces of ginger. With one having the cut surface submerged, and the other having it exposed above water, it could be the key to successful ginger propagation. I'd love to give it another go in the future to see if we can verify the theory :) Keep up the keen observations! 😊

Glad you liked the video. I've got another video in the works for installing the Self watering Moss Pole with my Monstera Deliciosa...so stay tuned 😉

I'm so sorry to hear about the troubles you experienced with this particular moisture and pH meter. I have read and heard from forums that others have had trouble with moisture meters in general. I personally didn't have any issues with the meter, but yours may have been faulty, so hopefully you can get a full refund. There are plenty of other ways to test your soil for moisture. I also like to use the finger test when I'm doing the rounds.

you're most welcome @Loonie Toons :)

I love the suggestion. But I have so many questions...like what kinds of leaves do you use? how many leaves would you add to a dish the size used in the video? Thanks for contributing your tips and tricks :)

@@gardenbenchtop as I am an avid wormer hehe I sit the leaves for a few months to start to break doun then about 10% leaves just mix them in helps everything out I think As in west Canada I grab leaves from everything but tomatoes the neighbours love me lol or think I am crazy

Thanks for the tip - I'll give it a go for my worm farms :)

That's exactly where I picked mine up from :) Nothing like a bit of upcycling. Mind you, it is not exactly a critical component in propagating ginger root ;)

@@gardenbenchtop 😆. I broke up a piece of store ginger root in a pot last summer. I'm clear. Montana so by October all the pieces had grown some ginger it was about break even for what I put into it. I tried getting it routed before I drop it into soil.

I used to try planting directly in the ground, but my area is quite wet and most of it ended up rotting. These days I am getting a better yield by allowing the ginger roots to establish strong roots before planting them soil ;)

Iyan ay magandang pakinggan - mayroon ka bang anumang mga tip para sa pagtatanim nito sa lupa? Translation (English): Orig: It's easy to plant. Reply: That's great to hear - do you have any tips for planting it in the ground?

Thanks for the tip Simply Simon LOL. That makes complete sense. The powder completely engulfed me when I was making the video. 😂

It was my pleasure. It was a fun experiment with mixed results - but I was amazed how quickly the ginger stems can shoot up. Sometimes it felt like they were growing an inch a day! Hope you enjoyed the series. I plan on making more like it to document my gardening experiments. Take care.

It was my pleasure AJ. I love vermicomposting - it just makes so much sense! I'll do a quick update when I transfer these worms into their new home when it arrives :)

I found out they are called End Screen Cards and only the video creator can remove them. hope this helps

Hi Mary - thanks for your feedback - really appreciate you taking the time. What an oversight! We've adjusted the end screen cards to show the text now - sorry about that! We've also noted your suggestion about the text speed. You can also read the full article on Reusing Mushroom Substrate at our website - the link is in the description of the video. :)

@@gardenbenchtop wow. thank you!

which ingridients have we add to reuse compost of button mashroom

thanks for your comment Holypikemanz :) It's still early days and to be honest I'm just starting on my KZbin journey, so appreciate the feedback. Hopefully I can improve my editing skills in future videos. Happy gardening

LOL - I thought I was the only one who got mesmerized by those videos! I have to admit, crushing the eggshells between your fingers was definitely therapeutic. My girls couldn't help themselves, but join in on the fun. Definitely recommend it - plus your plants will love you for it too ;)

Hi Courtney - Absolutely! Funny you should request it because it was one of the next few videos on my to-do list. I'll make sure to let you know when its LIVE. Cheers

Hi Courtney - I've finally had the opportunity to publish my video on Making a Worm Farm and it is LIVE now. Check it out here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/pnOnZ6ippb92l7s . You can also check out our article on our website gardenbenchtop.com/how-to-start-a-worm-farm/ Thanks for watching :)