How to properly de-dirt , disinfect healthy edibles for herbivores/omnivores in bioactive terrariums

[@HelloKitty15937]

Love this! I was just about to get some nursery plants today! I’d love to see a video of where you place thermostat probes, especially for basking spots near the front/middle of the enclosure!

[@cakelake963]

You don’t need to bleach the roots? Couldn’t the excess soil around the roots have like soil mites or something?

[@rachaelrorrer6565]

I planted seeds in my tank and let them sprout and grow for my dragon of herbs

[@caewalker9276]

If you're laying them out to dry, cover the rootball with paper towel because if the roots are exposed to light they will burn. Thanks Josh.

[@TheBioDudeJoshHalter]

I had no idea - How do I pin this comment on the top so people can see?

[@danielsantiago3756]

I can’t wait until my delivery I order from you guys yesterday at night

[@danielsantiago3756]

Today is also my birthday

[@TheBioDudeJoshHalter]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

[@sidewaysonhighways]

Do you recommend the same bleach dipping technique for cacti and succulents? Are places like The Home Depot, Lowe’s, and Walmart, out of the question as supplier candidates for terrarium plants?

[@nicoledonahue8254]

hoping you’ll see this even though it’s an old video, i just bought basil from whole foods to use for my bearded dragon and i was wondering if i still had to do this because when i watched your set up video you just planted to organic mint straight from the plastic so i wasn’t sure. really care about my beardie so just trying to be 100% with everything

[@flint857]

Hey there josh. Liked the video. Since you mentioned home depot i was wondering how bad those plants are for animals. Ive read about how alot of those plants once contaminated they infect even the soil. But im wondering, are they truly awful if we clean them this way and not add to there... contamination?

[@joshuasvideos1616]

And good job josh you are the best and creep making these videos and if you like this then give it a thumbs up

[@annrussellcollins1]

I've read it is better to let them grow in organic soil after rinsing for a few weeks in many places. Is this not accurate? I just do not want to contaminate my newly set up terrium with any nasties or possibly make my beardie or tortoise sick.

[@Festicat]

Hes back

[@gelwood99]

If you grow organic from seed and using sterilized coco coir, can you skip this step?

[@TheBioDudeJoshHalter]

If they are organic and void of harmful chemicals, absolutely!

[@castrop59]

PLEASE DO A TORTOISE TERRARIUM VIDEO !!!

[@jchen3]

The crossfit place couldn't lower their music while you recorded? lol.

[@TheBioDudeJoshHalter]

I tried! They are good business associates so I was not going to try, at least there was some Cudi in there! ; )

[@savannahbrewer6161]

Please do one for leaf litter

[@TheBioDudeJoshHalter]

We are planning on creating a video on how to clean your biodegradables, wood decor and plants before placing them in your enclosure!

[@rubenbentancourt1593]

awesome

[@danielschneider7307]

What if we’re dealing with an extra large plant? About 4 or 5 ft tall?

[@uomorana71]

... you wash them so good then put the plants on the parking lot ground to dry??

[@TheBioDudeJoshHalter]

I did, because they were on a paper towel and the surface is hot. : )

[@rachaelrorrer6565]

With bearded dragons won’t they eat the leaves on the hibiscus ?

[@runningoninsulin9053]

What about the roots though? Don't they need to be treated?

[@TheBioDudeJoshHalter]

As long as the roots are rinsed, I try not to stress out the roots too much or else you can kill the plant.

[@fizzypython2193]

Yo sup Josh u haven't made a vid in a while

[@TheBioDudeJoshHalter]

Much more coming today!

[@jennyboone3040]

Would you do succulants the same way?

[@TheBioDudeJoshHalter]

You can, just be super careful as they are delicate.

[@TheBioDudeJoshHalter]

Yep :)

[@merranda6234]

After setting up bearded dragon bio degradable tank and adding bio shots, Will there need to be anything else I need to get to maintain?

[@TheBioDudeJoshHalter]

As long as you're misting/watering the enclosure appropriately and adding biodegradables to keep the microfauna flourishing, that's pretty much it.

[@joshuasvideos1616]

No I was first

[@gsd4me34]

Will I need to do that with plants purchased from you or have they already been pre cleaned? Also, how would you do a large plant such as a parlor palm?

[@TheBioDudeJoshHalter]

I recommend that with all plants. I purchase them as cleanly grown, without the nasties, but I take all precautions. Biggest thing to remember, since you are creating a closed ecosystem it is important to make sure whatever you put in is what you want, because once it's in. it's in.

[@gsd4me34]

The Bio Dude Josh Halter thank you for your response, and also for your videos I watch even the ones that don’t pertain to my needs simply because they are interesting and educational.

[@TheBioDudeJoshHalter]

All of our plants are free of any harmful chemicals, and are safe to put right into your enclosure.

[@brennont9724]

Would the plants bought from you have to go through this proccess? (Just wondering)

[@TheBioDudeJoshHalter]

I recommend it for all plants, regardless if any vendor states they are safe or clean. Always take the necessary steps to protect your animals : )

[@dant9138]

The Bio Dude Josh Halter how do you process bromeliads?

[@thsone]

Will iso. Alcohol give the same results as using bleach?

[@TheBioDudeJoshHalter]

Great question. I would assume so, but I would be concerned with the Iso burning the plants or the roots.