Euphorbia Plant Care and Collection

[@carmenwhitehead]

*So far I have 7 Euphorbias in my collection (and adding). Another wonderful collection I'm proud of are my Aloes. You can check them out in this video* kzbin.info/www/bejne/iJ6uf6WubbOfm5o

[@adelenek100]

I love that you continue to go over how to care for the plants; most influencers have stopped doing that as much. I love euphorbias too.

[@carmenwhitehead]

They're are easy maintenance and so many to choose from. Thanks for visiting!

[@marileeknudsen]

I have never introduced myself. Now I am an enthusiast from Tennessee where I have a large bedroom in my daughter’s home (30+ plants and holding). But was from the hi desert north of Palm Springs so I know the LA area and Phoenix. (Loved your LA shopping a while back). I so appreciate your succulents! I wish I had started my hobby sooner. I enjoy your wisdom and skills, even family!! Thank you!

[@DeltaChi16]

That lactea cristata is beautiful 😍

[@CactiOnWhite]

You have some nice euphorbias Carmen! I really enjoy euphorbias too...especially the caudex ones. Great video, thanks for sharing with us!

[@carmenwhitehead]

those are really cool too! I haven't seen too many of them. Thanks for visiting!

[@michelleburkholder2547]

Thank you for introducing the world of mutated cactus. I live them.

[@ciellevilla1507]

Finally , a plant you tuber from Phoenix, 🌤💕sometimes it’s hard for me to find a plant channel/review because other youtubers have different climates sometimes opposites to mine 😅 🪴

[@carmenwhitehead]

Welcome!! So glad you're here. 😊🌱💚.

[@tamekahill2826]

Beautiful collection I will be keeping my eye out for them.They are easier to care for the other succulents too me. Thanks for sharing.

[@carmenwhitehead]

Yes, you're right. They are much easier to care for. Thanks so much for visiting!

[@debraenea2227]

Great looking eurphorbia’s. They are on my wish list. 🌵

[@Yoliplanting]

Carmen I am so excited!! I just got today a Euphorbia White Ghost

[@carmenwhitehead]

Good for you! I think you'll love it. 🌱😊🌵.

[@وسنزيدالمحسنين]

Very nice collection what you have 😇 I am Olso a big fan of Euphorbia, thanks a lot for the tips

[@carmenwhitehead]

My pleasure 😊

[@patricialisowski1080]

Worm castings! What a great idea 😀😀

[@carmenwhitehead]

Yeah, they're a quick way to add nutrition to your container without repotting. I use them on my tropicals too.

[@elizabethgreco-nieves3667]

Your collection is so beautiful Carmen, I love them all, so hard to choose. I have several also, they are pretty easy care. You mention to watch watering in the winter, so true. Love your ghost🤩🤩Rosie is so sweet💕🐶

[@carmenwhitehead]

Yes, Winter time can be a tricky time for watering for all plants. Rosie finds a way to get in the video every time!

[@elizabethgreco-nieves3667]

😂

[@sheilabroad8192]

Carmen, the variegation is beautiful. My favourite might be the Ghost. 💗.

[@carmenwhitehead]

That one is definitely a beauty. I can't wait till it gets really tall. Thanks for visiting!

[@tammyswauger7470]

Great bunch of plants wow

[@Kevin-ky4rn]

Another great video! I love euphorbia too! Thanks for all of your great information, I share your passion for plants 😊

[@carmenwhitehead]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@diannalvey7183]

Thanks loved the video I have a pencil cactus inside and it's doing so well had it about three years now and it's so big love it your white ghost is just fabulous

[@carmenwhitehead]

Thanks so much Diann!

[@TheLucille7]

Enjoyed seeing your euphorbias. Next to Hoyas they are my second favorite plant family. Keep up the plant care tips

[@carmenwhitehead]

Thank you! Will do!

[@browpetj]

The crisata has some normal nranching coming on it. Looks good, but could cut off those normal branches if you dont want them to take over the crested aesthetics. Can keep the cresting that way I guess.

[@luisagallarotti9188]

First time on yr channel n I love it I love Euphorbia too n thank you for this great informative video

[@EmmaLouSilva]

wonderful collection!! i just fell in love with your channel :)

[@carmenwhitehead]

Ahh! Thank you Emma. I appreciate your support. 😊🌱🐶

[@queenv3]

Great collection Carmen! I'm all about unusual looking plants. I almost bought a firesticks yesterday but after researching I changed my mind because of the poisonous part. After hearing your explanation I'm not afraid of them now lol. Thanks as always for teaching me something new.

[@carmenwhitehead]

You're so welcome Victoria! I think you'll love the firesticks, especially with the Vegas sun, it'll get a great glow.

[@AkashIssar]

What amazes me is that the Grafted Euphorbia can balance the weight of a huge top. Do you get nervous that it might tip over? I learnt something new today from your video: that a Poinsettia is a Euphorbia. So cool. I've had my Poinsettia since last Christmas and it has grown like a bush. I love it.

[@carmenwhitehead]

I do feel like it might, but the pot is real sturdy, so I think it will be ok. Congrats on having your Poinsettia from last year! That's not easy to do. Thanks for watching!

[@plantlaxtecka748]

thanks for those beautiful tips

[@carmenwhitehead]

My pleasure 😊

[@vevelysmith4951]

As always enjoy. Have a blessed day and stay safe. 💗

[@carmenwhitehead]

Thank you Vevely, have a great weekend!

[@mariafuentes1808]

Great information really liked the snowflake

[@domi202]

thank you for sharing such a beautiful family of plants. I've been nursing & trying to I.D. a euphorbia cutting I think. cut from a large bush outside in central Florida now in a pot on our patio.

[@carmenwhitehead]

try looking it up online at worldofsucculents.com they have a great resource there.

[@isapinales-torres5160]

Love your collection 🤗 Just got a ghost cutting. Thank you for the tips

[@carmenwhitehead]

You'll love it, it's really a unique plant. Thanks so much for visiting!

[@carlyamberson]

Your snowflake ❄️ is too cute 💚🌱🧚🏼‍♀️🌿

[@chrystalsabin4091]

I have a few and yes they are another easy care plants.

[@vivoyeur]

I love your plants. I bought my 1st Euphorbia. It's not as beautiful as yours, yet but it will be. It's one of many to come. Thanks for sharing.

[@carmenwhitehead]

They can become an addiction for sure!

[@vivoyeur]

@@carmenwhitehead My mom and I were hooked when we saw the 1st one at her doctor's office 2 years ago. Yes! it took that long for me to find it. I bought it for us immediately. 🙂

[@Blogfranciscarobertson6405]

Wonderful Plants ❤

[@carmenwhitehead]

Thanks so much for visiting!

[@Blogfranciscarobertson6405]

@@carmenwhitehead😘❤️

[@aggiehasselfield731]

Always love to hear your intro music 🎵 Your grafted Euphorbia is amazing 💚💚💚

[@carmenwhitehead]

Thanks, I love adding in some Salsa music

[@chantaldufossez2346]

merci beaucoup votre vidéo est très bien;votre cristata est magnifique.

[@carmenwhitehead]

Merci!

[@scp5577]

Great video, Carmen. We all learn lots from you and appreciate you sharing your experiences and knowledge. If you're taking a tally - I vote for similar care videos on Philodendron and Aglaonemas (Lately, I'm having some problems with both species, leaf yellowing or browning issues. My Etta Rose and my White Dalmation suddenly have the browning and I can't tell if it's root rot or what). Anyhoo, I've just managed given the cold that's come on us quickly here in Indiana, to bring in my all my cacti and succulents, at least into our garage. This time of year is close inspection time so problems always seem to present themselves. My white ghost is doing pretty well I think, knock wood, it's still young so not nearly as mature as yours, but I'm totally panicked over my Pseudocactus Zig Zag which is two years old now and this summer grew over waist high on me! I noticed some burn marks on it, so obviously even here in less intense Midwestern summer sun, euphorbia can get burned outdoors, but a bigger worry now is some new brown marks I just noticed on it, towards the lower, thicker, stump like half of the Zig Zag. These brown marks are pretty prevalent and I did try scratching some of it off to see if it was scale. I'm not 100% sure but I don't think it is (the brown doesn't come off with scratching like scale usually does. these marks are more like dents than bumps). Anyway, so here I am, still concerned, but utterly clueless as to what the problem is. I love that cactus too - it's done so well for me over the last two years - and is really quite beatiful - and I'll be just torn up if I lose it. 😢 I've sprayed it down with a Neem oil and mild soap spray, so with all my fingers and toes crossed, I'm hoping for the best...

[@carmenwhitehead]

It sounds like sun damage on your zig zag. It will recover if that's the case. They are very hardy. The browning on the Aglaonema leaves could be water related. I always use filtered water on my foliage plants and the browning tips went away. Something to think about. Thanks so much for your support and for visiting!

[@melaniem5971]

Thank you Carmen. Great info - Love the ‘White Ghost’ - Here in NY zone 6B , our nites have been steady 35-45 degrees. Trying to clean up or rather put my yard to bed for the winter

[@carmenwhitehead]

I feel like Summer just doesn't want to leave Phoenix! The evenings are cool, but our days are still mid 90's.

[@eljardindelamorenita5863]

I love Euphorbias💕🐝🌵

[@marleneprescod8494]

Hi carmen how are you doing have not seen you in long. Wishing you all God's blessings ❤❤

[@DavidRodriguez-jt1ns]

I love Euphorbias also, I'm trying to expand my collection also, great advice on the care, I learned a little trick to keep root rot and fungus in check, mix in some diatomaceous earth with their substrate before potting and that should help, hope you find this tidbit helpful, great video.

[@carmenwhitehead]

Great tip! Thanks David!

[@herminiocarlos4407]

Excelentes consejos. Sonora México.

[@sharonholmes4444]

I'm partial to Pitties (I have 2) but Rosie is a doll baby! Thank you for including her🐾💖🐾

[@carmenwhitehead]

She has a way of sneaking into every video.

[@sharonholmes4444]

@@carmenwhitehead Love it! 🐾💖🐾

[@kimberlyj873]

Love that thumbnail, such a cheeky photo!

[@carmenwhitehead]

Thanks! I'm trying to make them interesting and clickable. I appreciate your watching!

[@grayman4232]

I would have brought that white ghost , love the color mix.

[@braedenheese7866]

Awesome!

[@lisagrais]

You and Ashley Anita have renewed my live of cactus and succulents!

[@carmenwhitehead]

That's wonderful Lisa! I love Ashley Anita's channel and she has a great collection too.

[@zap4980]

Thanks for sharing ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@carmenwhitehead]

No problem 😊

[@mrgolestani748]

Hi, I live in Gilbert, Arizona and I want to know if I can plant the African milk plant in the yard outside can can it take the heat when we go sometimes around 110° f Hi dogs!

[@aspirativemusicproduction2135]

I treat mine as cacti. They are doing fine. I also use any kind of slow release fertilizer. No problem. I haven't lost any so far. Right now I don't see them in stock in stores near me. I never bought any online. Next spring I will chop them up a little to multiple them a little.

[@carmenwhitehead]

Good to know! I think in the Spring they will definitely be more available.

[@debihediger4760]

I love my euphorbia, I have a small collection...love the ghost and the red.

[@carmenwhitehead]

I'm always looking to add more. Now I need to replace that Ammak and send you a new one too!

[@debihediger4760]

Please don’t worry about that! 😊

[@carmenwhitehead]

@@debihediger4760 I feel so bad about that! 😒🌵

[@debihediger4760]

Things happen, probably before you even got it. I know I put it in the soil you sent me and only dampened the soil a little. It could happen to anybody.

[@manuelagilo6066]

Hi! I think euphorbias are beautiful. I cant believe there are not considered cacti. Did I misunderstand something you said? The arrangement at your entrance is nice.

[@carmenwhitehead]

No, they are in the succulent family. They have thorns that are different than cactus spines and cactus do not secrete milky liquid like Euphorbias. Thanks for watching!

[@donm9311]

I am so happy , you tell what plants name, you tell how to take care of it

[@carmenwhitehead]

That's the best way to learn how to take care of your plants. Thanks for watching!

[@bessyurban3459]

Like the white ghost euphorbia (graphed one).

[@deaconsmom2000]

I really like Euphorbias and they were some of my first plants. I lost most of them a few years back in the Summer of the Floods. The only one that survived is my graft (similar to yours). I purchased a cutting from an E. loricata and I have high hopes, but my Home Depot has a absolute monster there for $19.97 and I'm pretty sure I'll buy that eventually. I really love the obesas; they're one of my favorite plants in the world and my heart was broken when the Floods caused their demise. Euphorbias just aren't offered for sale too much in my area of PA. More's the pity, but that's why we have Etsy, isn't it? I'm happy to see you speaking about succulents and eagerly awaiting more of this content as well as some shows about your cacti collection and more Rosie. P. S. - I couldn't resist those little scarecrows either. I have a couple of them in my ferns, pothos, and one in my Whitney snake plant. They're so cute.

[@deaconsmom2000]

Oh wait, I'm a fibber! I also have a milii. Very tiny, but it has gorgeous yellow bracts. I forgot about that one.

[@carmenwhitehead]

You may want to try Planet Desert online. They have a good selection of cacti and succulents. Obesas are beautiful!

[@yollybarrientos6652]

I love that white ghost

[@carmenwhitehead]

Thank you, it's one of my favorites of all my plants. Thanks for visiting Yolly!

[@lorrainecourtney4589]

Thanks for sharing😊 and for the toxicity pointer. Poinsettias , hmmm, who would have thought 🤔

[@carmenwhitehead]

I didn't know until a couple of years ago. And they're so common in the holiday season, most people don't know. Thanks for visiting Lorraine, have a great weekend!

[@kathleenrowell5767]

Love your videos! Nice collection of Euphorbias! I learned a lot. You mentioned in one of your videos that you like Aeoniums. I watch this channel called chopsticks and succulents. She did a very informative video I watched today. It was all about caring for Aeoniums and what not to do when they are dormant. I think you might enjoy it!

[@carmenwhitehead]

I know her channel, I'll look it up. Yes, they are Winter growers so in their Summer dormancy it's tricky taking care of them. Thanks!

[@doneecemcneil7826]

Hi edagdwg God bless you I like your plants enjoy seeing special catus a forever fan new Linda j. Peace

[@tanya4858]

Love you video thank you for sharing

[@carmenwhitehead]

You are so welcome!

[@elparaisodedenis]

Hi Carmen beautiful and amazing, i have a video how i make compost. A lot of greetings from Serbia-Europe !

[@michellebustos8719]

EUPHORBIA LACTEA 'CRISTATA, I think I’m loosing it. The top crest, is turning a dark colour and just the other day I noticed the top part is soft. I was so happy it was growing beautifully and now it took a turn for the worst. What do you think could’ve happened.

[@markdale278]

Hi Carmen , hope your well. Have you ever separated pups from a Euphoria zipper plant ? If so , could you share with me how you separate them ? Mark

[@carmenwhitehead]

Hi Mark, No I haven't separated that plant. But, it shouldn't be hard. All the pups have their own root system, so it's a matter of tugging them away from the mother plant. Good luck!

[@markdale278]

@@carmenwhitehead thank you , I think I'm over watering after potting

[@elizabethsalazar6672]

Hi Carmen I love to see your videos. Can you tell me what is a good potting soul to buy ? I was using miracle potting soil an I got gnats in a couple of plants .so I threw all the bag away😍👋🙏

[@carmenwhitehead]

For succulents and cacti I use the Tanks Green Stuff cactus mix. amzn.to/2R79YUO

[@elizabethsalazar6672]

@@carmenwhitehead thank you very much

[@garygilliam1890]

I grown mine in a grow tent with lights and I water mine every two weeks and they are in terracotta is this ok just got my white ghost can you tell me some of your secrets about it

[@hpeteacher9445]

Hi Carmen! How are you? Dumb question for you. I have a few cacti. One I bought 2 years ago. First year it didn't grow much. I am assuming the roots were establishing in the pot. This spring/summer has shot up over a foot. The base is very thick and the middle and top are much thinner. Will the middle and top get as thick as the bottom? Please let me know what you think. Thanks! Gerry HPEteacher 😎 PS: I bought plastic garden fencing at Walmart on clearance and making trellises for my Hoyas. 😎

[@carmenwhitehead]

Hi Gerry! Usually when that happens it means that it's not getting enough sun. If you give it some more sun in a window, the trunk will start growing thicker. The thinner part won't grow thick though, it will stay that way. Hope this helps.

[@hpeteacher9445]

@@carmenwhitehead Thanks Carmen! I have it in a south and west facing windows in my sunroom. That is the most light I can give it. 😐

[@IAMSUPREME22]

Rosie is adorable. Our Ana looks a lot like her with a few more pounds. 😆

[@gayathryvenkiteswaran6326]

I love euphorbias! I lost one (trigona) of 13 years old and was pretty sad about it, didn't realise I had become attached to it :-)

[@carmenwhitehead]

Yes, it's really hard to lose a plant you've had a long time.

[@yomama8873]

Cool🤩🤩💜

[@carmenwhitehead]

Very Cool! 😎😎

[@mistyraines4027]

I just clipped and planted for the first time... but I did not let it dry and scab over first...should I pull it out and let it scab?!

[@carmenwhitehead]

If the soil is dry and kept dry for about a week after planting, it should be ok. You can always pull it out and see how it's doing. If it feels "mushy" that means rot is setting in. cut it back past the rot and let it dry. Good luck!

[@heatherb2762]

I have 4 and I love my euphorbias! I’ve tried the grafted ones and I always lose them, not sure what I’m doing wrong. I’m in VT so wondering if it’s sun deficiency, even though I have lights for them.

[@carmenwhitehead]

The mounted crested white ghost I've kept out on my balcony, but under an umbrella to protect from hot AZ sun. Now, that it's cooler, I'm giving it more sun. So far, it's doing great.

[@DeltaChi16]

I think I may have developed a new plant species obsession. I’m already have too many plants 🤦🏾‍♀️.

[@Joanna06]

Haha I’m glad you reminded people of the sap...now thinking my parents bought a plant that releases sap and it might just be some sort of euphorbia? 🤔 we don’t know what kind of plant it is...

[@carmenwhitehead]

If it's a milky white sap, it could very well be Euphorbia. The only other genus that does that are Rubber trees. But, those are very recognizable. Thanks for visiting Joanna!

[@Joanna06]

@@carmenwhitehead I googled and I’m certain it must be pretty cool I found out watching this video:) thank you

[@sonatablue9652]

I really want to get a Cereus forbesii spiral,but its winter here. Any care tips for this cactus when i do get it?

[@carmenwhitehead]

I'm in zone 9B and I just got a spiralis. I already have it out on my patio and it gets morning sunlight until about 1:00 pm with shade the rest of the day. I water when completely dry. I normally don't fertilize my cacti I just add some worm castings about every 3 months. Hope this helps.

[@sonatablue9652]

@@carmenwhitehead Thank you.I dont have many cactus,but they are so beautiful and i have been keeping the ones i have alive and this one is so unique that i want it.Not until its at least may here though.Dont want to kill it in the cold in the mail.

[@LilStampBug]

I have a Euphorbia Sunrise and it sure looks alot like your Zig Zag Pseudo cactus... Can't find a whole lot of information on it and definitely no KZbin video's on it... Sure would like more info on it... I got it at a Plant Trade Meetup and the owner didn't know much about it as they got it from a trade as well.

[@carmenwhitehead]

I would try looking on worldofsucculents.com they have a lot of information there. Just search the name. Thanks for watching!

[@LilStampBug]

@@carmenwhitehead thank you so much!

[@LilStampBug]

@@carmenwhitehead unfortunately I went to that site and it came back with no results. Tyvm for trying to help me though. At least it's not dying in my care 😁🥰😍

[@marloca2407]

💞💞💞ROSIE IS soooo cute 💞💞💞

[@carmenwhitehead]

She manages to get in the video somehow every time. She's always in the same room with me.

[@rosondahedrick6154]

Your syngonium in the background is beautiful.....# Ineedoneofthose

[@carmenwhitehead]

Thank you. She's lost some leaves lately, but growing just as many new ones. So, I guess she's ok.

[@rosondahedrick6154]

@@carmenwhitehead awesome, I have a pink syngonium and I love her so much, when I saw the syngoniums I wish I would have brought more varieties

[@rosondahedrick6154]

I love you your channel so much.....

[@debjanibhowmick5870]

I am looking for lactea, can’t find it.

[@VickyHafler]

It’s too bad you lost so many 😞 they are pretty plants 🌱 I don’t have any Euphorbia.

[@carmenwhitehead]

This Summer was memorable in many ways. I'm glad it's over. Now to rebuild my balcony collection.

[@Patriot1459J]

How do you probigate another on top please?

[@carmenwhitehead]

I've never done that process. But, I'm sure there's videos out there showing the process. Good luck!

[@elizabethsalazar6672]

My name is Liz I forgot to put my name. The one who asked about potting soul thanks again

[@debjanibhowmick5870]

Watch out... for poinsettias, it’s toxic for animals too. Thanks for sharing.

[@deborahoverton4625]

Do I hear the ocean?

[@carmenwhitehead]

I wish! Now, it's probably my fan that's in the background. It's still warm here in Phoenix and I have need to have the fan on to cool me off. Haha!

[@cecilecavebelgrave3810]

If that sap gets in ur eyes it can blind you also

[@jeanneorr7838]

I killed mine

[@carmenwhitehead]

I'm sorry that happened, but give them another try.