All you need to know about soil

[@icillaenoch]

I have to say. That "GIA!! ... CUT IT OUT!! . . . . . ." is always my fave part of the video. Sending lottttss of love for Gia

[@minhja4924]

Hahaha me too . I laugh so much

[@isabellasmiles]

“I don’t have anger issues...” 😂 not only are you a great teacher, you are really being you and I completely appreciate that! My favorite channel 🥰

[@onlyplants]

Thank you 😅🙏🏽

[@wanglabtydc1803]

For many years I couldn’t find such contents by westerner’s videos. Now, for the first time, not only I saw probably the best ever about soil video but also made by Asian haha… Super proud of you Sean. Semangat ya!

[@onlyplants]

Wowww thats a huge compliment. Thank you so much!

[@maria_nakajima]

Same here. All my aroids are thriving! Yay!

[@MrsVeronicat]

Me: trying my best to make my begonia maculata survive while she've been fussy her entire life. Sean: Flawlessly showing a huge and healthy begonia maculata in the intro.

[@onlyplants]

Haha... give her a fast draining/drying soil and pot combination, but water frequently. They dont seem to mind lower humidity so no need to mist/blow humiditier on them. Their leaves are prone to bacteria and fungi 😅

[@christinekobzeff]

Loved this, you make an amazing teacher and your passion for plants shines in every video. You’ve quickly become one of my favorite plant channels! 🌿🌱🌵🙌😍

[@onlyplants]

Thank you so much Christine. Dont miss out next Fridays video on fertilizing its going to be a good one! 😌

[@aw7867]

This has got to be one of the best videos on plant care, not only is it is so well-thought of and so informative talking about soil (which many others rarely touch on when they make videos about plants) but it also gives a very good perspective on sustainability that we should all consider in our buying habits! this is really, very cool - ill definitely recommend this video to my friends, lets be honest, it deserves so much more views. also, i think your personality makes it authentic and therefore far more interesting - please do not change anything. well done! i’m totally a subscriber and fan now! cheers

[@onlyplants]

Whoaaa those are some very encouraging words! thank you so much!

[@raining_houseplants2646]

I second that🙋‍♀

[@_sunvsmoon]

The performance anxiety part cracked me up. I learned so much from this video, thank you!!

[@onlyplants]

You’re welcome 😀😀

[@iwanpriady3937]

Woow , nice I am Like you chanel inspiratif, saya sangat hobby , saya miliki dari hasil hunting, seperti kadaka daun bawah coklat, hoya, pakis hutan,aglonema army, halomena batang red, rhapidipora daun lebar, alocasia calculata , caladium white, semua dapat dihutan sumatera, geopark Lake Toba, 👍👌👌

[@EricBryan]

My favorite part of your videos might be the random times you yell at your dog to cut it out 😂 cracks me up every time! Great information!

[@onlyplants]

😅😅

[@bigmama1202]

I didn’t realize how much I needed this. Thank you!

[@onlyplants]

😀🙏🏽

[@TheShellemilyCrayon]

I'm glad you mentioned how unsustainable some peat moss collection is. I live in scotland where our peat bogs are supposed to play a crucial role in water distribution but since they have been decimated when it rains heavily we're experiencing more extreme flooding partly because it runs off land instead of soaking into it because of environmental destruction such as this. This year my house got flooded for the first time and i fear it will only get worse.

[@onlyplants]

Its strange that peat moss manufacturers are swearing by sustainability the same way wood loggers are claiming the same. Our natural instinct tells us those things takes thousands of years to form, and we cant put it back there once harvested... a lot of wildlife require them to live.

[@anermila6325]

Lol Felicia. Best ever video. If only I watched this before my gardening journey!

[@onlyplants]

🙈🙈

[@jovanessavf164]

The more I watch of your videos, the more I start to feel like you're my plant soulmate. Lol Seriously, your approach to gardening is exactly like mine- I play it by ear but with the help of stock knowledge, research, and common sense- like putting a layer of moss for added moisture. I also love gardening and mixing media with my bare hands, recycling plastic and glass bottles as rooting vessels, and am very picky with my containers (terra cotta vs plastic). And oh, yes, I also digress. A lot. 😄

[@catherineyeung6520]

Love your sharing in this video,thanks

[@FindriBudimanpakbudiman]

Brother is smart, can take care of many plants and the plants are fertile. I like this Chanel, because it is so careful to choose and distinguish each planting medium, for various plants.

[@onlyplants]

😀😀

[@FindriBudimanpakbudiman]

Brother is smart, can take care of many plants and the plants are fertile. I like this Chanel, because it is so careful to choose and distinguish each planting medium, for various plants.

[@fignewton0000]

"Evolution, Adaptation, Thrive" Dont forget to e.a.t. your plants :p Also I liked watching the video. Showing your mistakes is realistic and funny!

[@onlyplants]

Omg I didnt even think about the abbreviations! EAT is so good!!!

[@TheArmoful]

The pine bark actually has some lignine in it, which gives the roots a kick start/ adds the power to the roots. So you are right, the plants like it 😊 (greetings from Finland ❤)

[@onlyplants]

Whoaa thats good to know! Im taking notes ❤️

[@Sam-ul4zq]

The mealy bug part lmao. Very helpful video, thank you!

[@mjbernal361]

Thank you Sean for generously sharingwith us your followers your knowldege and experience about growing plants. Looking forward to your videos.

[@onlyplants]

🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@mitchelhunt]

Very much appreciate the time you put into this and how thorough the content is. Thank you!

[@jovanessavf164]

I've been watching your videos and I gotta say, I love your content, your attention to detail, and your clinically precise grammar, insisting on correcting yourself on aspects like parallelism and even thought organization (always conscious when you digress, haha). Being a plant enthusiast, a science buff, and a grammar nazi, I find this so gratifying to watch! Hahaha! Subbed!

[@onlyplants]

Whoaa thank you. Im still working on my public speech as I tend to stammer and I speak faster than I think 😅 welcome to the channel!

[@jovanessavf164]

@@onlyplants I didn't notice a stammer. 😊 Keep.the videos coming! :)

[@alona270]

Thank you so much for breaking down all the kinds!!!! Very helpful! I’m really happy to come across your channel:)

[@surabvlog379]

Always watching your videos s

[@onlyplants]

Thank you 😀

[@michelleespiritu2198]

I love how you instinctively know what your plants need. I'd say it's a gift! I never knew that there is more to growing plants. I really am impressed with the content you put out. It's very informative ans explains a lot of things I am confused about. I'm even surprised how many other natural resources readily available to me can be used as a medium for airoids. Thank you so much!🥰👏👏

[@onlyplants]

😀😀😀 Thank youu

[@iwanpriady3937]

Dan sebagian dari tanaman di video ada sy miliki niceeee

[@tlalcua]

Wow!! Absolutely love and needed this video! Thank you so much 🙌💯❤

[@suryamoorthy4924]

the finest soil video --- great summary !

[@cyc7lops]

Another great video..thank you.

[@mayramarquez2511]

The content was extremely helpful. Thanks for your clear explanation on the types of soil. Appreciate it.

[@zhafarina6571]

can I click the like button more than once? omg, this is so helpful thank you for all the explanation!

[@onlyplants]

Awww thank you 🤓

[@CrayonConoisseur]

0:19 *nervous hand zoom* 😂 seriously tho I love your channel ❤️❤️

[@onlyplants]

Haha thank you 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@zenm7990]

Hi, finally someone I can understand and relate to on this side of the world. :)

[@melissacorey755]

Woderful!! I absolutely love the explanation of how and why plants work.

[@onlyplants]

Thank you so much! I hope to help you guys understand and care for plants better 🐸❤️

[@annejarvi8023]

Very informative video. Looking forward your future videos.

[@arcesco]

I haven’t watched a 46-min video here on KZbin because I easily get bored. But this, one oh my god I really enjoyed every bit of it! Thank you Sean for this very informative video! I have killed so many plants in my life so hopefully It won’t happen again 😅

[@onlyplants]

Haha thanks Archie. My #1 advice is to get a moisture meter. It will help you control or understand soil moisture, regardless of what soil you use 🤓

[@lanieshome7840]

You are such an inspiration! Thank you, I am learning so much!

[@onlyplants]

Thank you so much for writing in and letting me know that 😃❤️ nothing brings more joy to me than spreading the love and care for plants.

[@inos3697]

I absolutely love your videos. I honestly think you are one of the best at explaining and showing us about the plants and plant needs.

[@onlyplants]

Thank you 😌🙏🏽

[@TheNIJUAL]

That was a lot thank you for sharing keep growing be blessed

[@MeeCha]

Excellent coverage! I love seeing some new mediums here. Geography and access to certain materials totally matter!

[@onlyplants]

Or maybe I can inspire some people to start importing some of these ingredients into their region! Especially the sustainable ones!

[@halimahdeoliveira4764]

Loved this!!! So helpful! I watched it twice and took notes the second time!!

[@onlyplants]

Whoaaa thank youu 🤓❤️

[@29michelangelo]

Best video ever.Thank you!

[@avi-tech-haifa]

i love all your videos . seen almost all tours to nurseries. ty for educating and sharing with us your knowledge.

[@onlyplants]

Thank you for coming with! 😀

[@karenjeansantos]

I am enjoying this very much! THanks Shawn. Im from the Phils so i like it whenyou say i water my plants every other day hahaha so relate!

[@evansjambali6101]

I’ve watched so many plant video, most of them are telling how to care plants in general, but thisssss!! I want this!! I need this!! Core basic knowledge, i’m glad i find this video. And what make me proud this came from an Indonesian. Almost 1hour video & i didn’t skip a second 😃

[@onlyplants]

Heyyy thank you so much for commenting to let me know that! Its very encouraging

[@lourdestan1145]

This is the most extensive soil video ive seen! Super helpful! :) Thanks! Keep up the great work :) 👍🏼

[@onlyplants]

Thank youuu 😉

[@andrescastillo07]

Best soil mix video I have ever seen during this quarantine!! You are so wise, thanks so much for sharing all your knowledge, you're the best!

[@onlyplants]

😌😌

[@socuriousjenee5105]

YOUR POTS!!!!!! The cutest!!! The one with the little cacti!!!! So sweet.

[@onlyplants]

Haha thank youu I got that in Bangkok and couldnt resist getting it!

[@glennasparks8018]

Absolutely amazing love this video! I feel that I’m learning so much! Your awesome keep up the good work! I love plants too!

[@demonica4012]

I love how informative you are. So real which makes it very enjoyable to watch you. I would love to sit in your garden, have tea and let you talk! Im up to 106 plants right now. My biggest struggles are philodendrons. I’ll be watching your vids for help on those. Thank you!

[@onlyplants]

Most philodendrons like very bright indirect light and dried out between waterings. They are easy once you get the hang of it 😀

[@ambarritaswastika6023]

This is very important information for newbie planter..thank youuu 👍❤

[@onlyplants]

Sama sama 😉

[@vaishnavishirodkar1933]

Very reliable information. Thank you 🤗

[@onlyplants]

You’re welcome dear 🤓

[@bryansmith2479]

Great content ! You cover lots of info clearly every video and thank you for your experience and passion. Your plants are amazing !

[@onlyplants]

Thank you so much for the compliments 🤓 this empowers me to make more content!

[@zenithchan581]

I just subscribed to your channel It looks joyful to the end, and most importantly, I see a fondness for plants, just like you.Happiness comes from your smile and me when you take care of these plants.

[@onlyplants]

Whoaa thank you. And welcome to the channel 🙌🏻

[@hockcaitan5440]

Very informative 👍

[@susanfusuma6472]

OMG, I learned so very much on potting mixes from this video! Mahalo Sean, for explaining in depth about what each ingredients is and what it does for the plant, which is most confusing to me! However, after watching this video, I have a much better understanding of potting soils!

[@onlyplants]

Thank youu. I was confused in the beginning too and couldnt find a video that explains it, thats why I set out to do this.

[@bryanchen7404]

Hopefully there’s a “Fertiliser 101” episode 🥺

[@onlyplants]

There will be!

[@aquafina6544]

@@onlyplants where do i find some of the mediums you have? Can you add links to where to purchase?

[@enazario3377]

I really needed this video. Already watched it a couple of times. I really struggle with my soil mix and how to distinguish which plants prefer what type of medium. Probably my main reason I’ve killed some many plants. Ahhhgggg 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@shukriabdul1117]

tq sharing the knowledge ☺️ may all ur plant grow big and healthy.

[@loveing49]

This is a very useful video.

[@Garnetspagrud]

Hey Sean I totally love your videos. Packed full of info and logical good sense! And I really like the long format too. And I don’t think you have anger issues 😊 I have some loud neighbors too. Oh yeah- your house is very cool. Thanks for your videos

[@pozzonkeja291]

Another very informative video. thank you. ❤️

[@onlyplants]

Thank youuu ❤️❤️

[@natalyadavidson5339]

Thank you very much!!!

[@dungvu3193]

Cute action there, really enjoy your videos

[@genshinF2Play]

your videos are so therapeutic

[@onlyplants]

Thank youu 🥰🥰

[@suryawatigowanda815]

I love this video very much, its really contain so many knowledge about soil. Looove u 😘

[@jubeesays716]

This is so informative! Bonus humorous captions has me sold on subscribing.

[@onlyplants]

Thank you so much! More video contents are on the way so stay tuned!

[@Angelmarilynrose]

This video was so good and informative. Your Calathea is stunning!

[@onlyplants]

Thank youu 😝

[@rayacat1]

I really enjoy watching all of your videos but this one I really appreciate a lot. You are a great teacher Thank you 😊

[@onlyplants]

Thank you 🤓

[@nolohabsari9397]

Only four words...thank you very much...

[@onlyplants]

Thank youuuu. How kind ❤️

[@CactusCaffeine]

This is very comprehensive. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. This is very helpful. 😃👍🏼🌵☕️

[@onlyplants]

You’re welcome 🤗

[@meta.aesthetica]

Amazing video! I wish I had gotten around to watching this sooner. Thank you for all the work you put into the recording and editing, and thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience 💚

[@onlyplants]

Thank youuuu 🤓❤️

[@Sarah-qj6tu]

Thank you😊💖you explained everything in detail. Now i finally understand the combination. Some youtuber just say the percentage of the stuff they used. Seeing u mix is very helpful. It's like peeking over the teacher's shoulders. Yep i love how you eyeball everything and feel using your hand. Now i think ill have more confidence to grow more variation and i hv to repot my plants as now i know the issues. Cant believe i ddnt discover ur channel sooner. now seeing at my premix soil i guess i need to throw a bunch of stuff in to fix it. Thanks

[@onlyplants]

Its better to understand the function of each ingredients because availability, environment, and watering habits vary from person to person. One persons recipe may not work well with others. So I figured its best to just get the theory down and then everyone can make informed decisions on what to mix. And just have fun with it! Plants are adaptable!

[@athena2012]

Thank you! Nice video! Very interesting to see all these different potting mixes you can have. I will experiment more. Love from Greece.

[@onlyplants]

Thank youuu. Wow Greece! My tattoo is on my wrist is greek and it reads “meraki”

[@Plant_Mama]

Thank you for this, super informative on all the mediums and of course the science behind it!

[@onlyplants]

Thank you so much for letting me know! 🤓

[@harryjennings9883]

Thank you for the biggest laugh I have had in these months of being shut in. When you said something like "I love to imagine my fingers are roots" I laughed out loud and my "Gia" came over to see what was happening. Excellent video, full of funny comments but also FULL OF GREAT INFORMATION for anyone, not just beginning plant parents. Again, those who are not in Southeast Asia might not have access to many of the great things you have for your soil mixes but the concept is the same. I think a lot of folks in my area simply go with what is generally available and that might be the problem with houseplant mortality rates. Now, I think I'll be more adventurous in creating my own mixes. YES, let's use more sustainable medium! Good point. Really appreciate your comments in this vein. Gia, the variegated canine companion is just going her job. Dogs eat, poop, sleep, snuggle with us and bark. I think barking is in their job description. LOL! Thanks Sean!

[@melvinhoyk]

Not to mention how apologetic he is towards discovering a yellowish leaf underneath like sorry for being bad parenting.

[@harryjennings9883]

@@melvinhoyk I think this is part of his charm. He is genuine.

[@onlyplants]

Haha omg guys thank you 😅 Im blushing

[@HGTPJung]

Wow! So grateful for this video, for a very detailed demonstration on various media for different kind of plants! A day before yesterday, I really enjoyed your hoya tour. On the following day I even dreamt of giving hoya plants to my friend who has just started to collect indoor plants ♡♡♡😊😁😁 I feel so envious because I could not have as many plant as I want due to seasonal reason. Korea has a very cold winter. There is only few plants that survive in winter. That is why most of my collectiion is indoor. I need to have a marathon viewing of your previous videos. More power!

[@onlyplants]

Thank you so much! Hope you are staying warm and safe there

[@yeahivekilledthat719]

I'm glad you mix your potting medium based on look and feel. It's a much simpler method. I struggle with the brown tips as well.

[@onlyplants]

Yeah we need to water plants with brown tips a bit more often or change out the media that retains more moisture 🤓

[@MinhHNguyen]

I struggled a bit with my mix cho Caladium and Calathea ... until now. Thank you.

[@sharfinbean3362]

Really enjoying your videos! Tfs

[@onlyplants]

Thank youuu ❤️

[@you_r_my-world2288]

I like that coco husk idea. I’m going to do that. Thank you

[@allanonnz]

Your videos are lovely there are many short 2 mins plant video clips in KZbin but only few informative in depth and fun long videos. Keep up the good work Shaun!

[@onlyplants]

Thank you so much!

[@jessicadong3207]

performance anxiety? you are so funny! this video is so helpful for beginners, if I didn't watch this, I will just buy the budget soil for any plants lol. knowledge well received, thank you.

[@bluektq]

I love all of your content, they’re very informative, keep up your good work & keep ‘em coming. Ps: I find your awkwardness is super adorable 😊

[@onlyplants]

Haha thank you 😅 Im trying to manage with my anxiety in front of the camera 😝

[@gemmamanojo6310]

Thanks alot I learned lot from you more power 💞🌹

[@celinef.9627]

Bonjour Sean, excellent vid,thank you.So interesting 🌿🍃🌱😉😃have a nice day !

[@onlyplants]

Heyyy thanks you 🤓❤️

[@agieaditama]

Super useful Sean, 'very contextual' video content for plant enthusiasts especially in indonesia!enough said, cheers!

[@onlyplants]

Makasih 🙏🏽

[@sterre9]

Thanks for this in-depth video, very informative & useful!

[@onlyplants]

You’re welcome 🤓🙏🏽

[@ibikedallas0911]

Best soil video ever! It’s interesting to see how soils change based on local price. Here in the US, orchid bark is pretty inexpensive, but burnt rice hulls is hard to find. I use horticultural charcoal instead.

[@onlyplants]

Yeah I guess we have different abundance depending on region... it might be interesting to look into importing burnt rice hulls into the US its such a handy amendment for plants

[@suzannealden5779]

Absolutely fabulous video!!

[@onlyplants]

Thank you Suzanne 🐸❤️

[@anamilic5419]

❤ ù and your videos!

[@anamilic5419]

wow u sto so cute answer me so fast. definitely in ❤ with u shon😚

[@charlottesedita3136]

You are so knowledgeable 😊

[@onlyplants]

🥰

[@Hashdent]

I just watched this after reporting maybe 20 plants with same mix lol.. great informative 🙏🏻 and I wish I have access to some of these soil mediums

[@onlyplants]

I got most of mine from online, as my area does not have most of them 😉

[@rickywhittaker4978]

👌❤️ heaps of info thanks

[@onlyplants]

🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@ShyDog827]

This was very good , to the point info Sean . Many new hobbyists don’t realize these factors when they acquire new plants and wonder they’re not doing well. I had haworthias inside under good light, but they hadn’t changed any in a year /: I put them outside where they get warm sunlight and rain, and they instantly responded ! They were probably in a dormant state inside my cool dark apartment and the sun just woke them up . Tweaking the growing environment can make Big changes👍

[@onlyplants]

😀😀

[@estibalizdelorenzo1034]

Thank you for your videos! They are very informative and useful.

[@onlyplants]

You’re welcome! And thanks for writing in to let me know! This is so encouraging.

[@selinaraguz3969]

New subscriber, have binged watched all your video. As a science teacher and plant mom, I love everything about your channel. Great content, beautifully explained and unique, humble approach. Thank you

[@onlyplants]

Thank you so much! So glad to hear from an educator, your work is so important and meaningful!

[@AndeeKiss]

Excellent video, very interesting! 👌 Thank you! 😊❤️

[@onlyplants]

You’re welcome dear 🐸❤️

[@rnaidoo8349]

wow..wonderfully explained and a excellent presentation. 👏👏🦋

[@onlyplants]

Thank youu 🙏🏽🐸❤️

[@sofiasudarma5605]

Terima kasih Sean, I've been looking for info on soil for my plants. Don' t have that much plants yet for fear of killing them. Love your contents ❤

[@onlyplants]

You’re welcome Sofia 🙏🏽

[@cherylyeo25]

yes, loving the E. A. T and ... Gia cut it out!!!! sooooo loving it then total shift of being calm when speaking to camera wahahahahaa... that's the same peperomia I have that is soooo fussy and giving me hell. M glad you are speaking in simple terms which I can understand!!!!!

[@onlyplants]

Haha thank you. I hope your peperomia is doing ok. They like medium light, as mine burnt in bright indirect light.

[@julierdsjsether1540]

love this video,one of the best. Keep it up.

[@onlyplants]

Thank you 🙏🏽🙏🏽