I changed ONE thing and got HUGE results | houseplant care tips

[@TheCosmicDrama]

I'm also a fan of fertilizing with every watering. I do a quarter tsp per gallon. Makes it way easier and you don't have to keep track of when you fertilize anymore.

[@EverythingPlants]

That is the very reason I do it as well

[@ofhismercy109]

Going straight to test my taps' pH, lols. Also good to know adding ferts will bring the pH down a bit. Thanks Jeff, and Ashley!

[@EverythingPlants]

Yes! They both do so that's why it's good to test your water because you could actually be too acidic after adding fertilizer.

[@ofhismercy109]

@EverythingPlants 💯and just as a point of reference for anyone reading this, I just measured my tap water at 7.6 pH and the same water sits at 6.8 pH with fertilizer and Calmag added in. Your video really got me curious, Jeff. 🙂

[@EverythingPlants]

@@ofhismercy109 very interesting for sure! I think everyone who owns plants, especially with expensive ones, need to test their water and soil pH

[@gathamore]

I have a ceiling fan in all my rooms and a stand fan as well! Mostly for us but hey if it helps the plants...😅 I just got the pH kit I can't wait to see the result.. soo curious! Thankyou for this video! I knew pH mattered but it was something I kept hearing in the passing.. very eager to see if this helps my plants.. esp my maranta..

[@EverythingPlants]

Let me know your pH test results....I'm very curious about everyone's levels

[@gathamore]

​@@EverythingPlantsI just finished my pH test... Water from my tap is deep green whereas from my RO is blue( clearly states on my RO that it's alkaline with copper and zinc).. I dnt know what I need to do I mean are copper and zinc added to water beneficial to plants?.. both the waters are alkaline.. clearly I need to bring it down. Ordered the pH down. Hope this works!

[@djowen23]

I have a few tanks large and small and the cheapest way to lower your pH is to use Driftwood and leaf litter it drops your water's pH quite significantly into a proper pH level just by using tannin's ...food for thought! So when I do water changes in my aquariums to give that water to my plants soil waste no water for any of my hobbies... I recommend to all the plants parents out there you should have a medium size Aquarium to do the same your plants will thank you!

[@worldgonemad1977]

I live in a soft water area and don’t have too many watering issues such as crispy leaves etc but for sure I will be checking the ph! Plants deserve the best care we can give them in captivity

[@EverythingPlants]

You are lucky! I'm curious to know the pH when you get the results

[@lisaadams5048]

Beautiful I'm going to check my water. Yes I use fans on my plants I think it helps them because outside the wind keeps them moving . Good for roots and pests. Great job Jeff thanks for the info. ❤

[@EverythingPlants]

I agree! Thanks Lisa

[@deh2775]

Extremely helpful - as always. Love your channel and the info you provide.

[@EverythingPlants]

Much appreciated!

[@dixiechick6652]

I put a plant work table in my basement this past winter with some cheap Amazon gro lights. My husband put a water filter on the sink downstairs, I used pro-tek fertilizer by dyno gro and used that for all plants I repotted in the winter then added foliage pro in spring. I tested ph of water it was 7 so I brought it down in between 5-6. When it warmed up plants go on back or front porch. I left two plants downstairs a neon and a golden pothos. I started watering plants outside without the filtered water or changing ph. Except plants downstairs. They are sitting on the floor getting 8 hours of light a day filtered water and 5-6 ph and the leaves are about 5 inches wide the biggest pothos leaves ive ever had. So now I water all plants like this. I also noticed the vine of the plants doubled in thickness.

[@EverythingPlants]

Wow! That is awesome and thanks so much for sharing this. It's amazing what just correcting one thing like pH can do for plants

[@dixiechick6652]

@@EverythingPlants thanks for sharing your experiences, I don’t fully comprehend how ph works but I’m excited to see what the change does for my other plants.

[@KathyGallagher01]

Just passed 🥳66k 🎉well done!

[@EverythingPlants]

Yes! Thank you!

[@jaaustin500]

Yes--rain water is also around 5-6 as well which is why it’s so much better than tap water as well. 🥰👍

[@EverythingPlants]

Yes and I never really knew why when I first started out with plants 😅

[@devilmecare]

My rain water is 0-3. It comes from an open space in my yard. The water from my roof is 16. My tap water is horrible.

[@ArsMcArs]

Great video, thanks Jeff. The growth change from checking your water ph is impressive.

[@MrsBethanyC]

So...in nature, there's wind. And wind does several good things for plants. I heard somewhere that wind makes the stems grow stronger as well, so it would make sense that using a fan inside would simulate that.

[@JoannaLouise200]

Fab video!...it never occurred to me to test the PH of my water supply but seeing the dramatic results with your beautiful plants it makes so much sense...thank you! I'm fascinated by the subject of lighting for houseplants. One thing I've always wondered about is the intensity value of reflected sunlight/artificial light from mirrors behind and to the side of plants. I'm no scientist, but I'm guessing it would only be partially diminished by the thickness of the mirror glass?, so generally mirrors would be beneficial. I think an oscillating fan is excellent for houseplants as the extra airflow will mimic native environment transpiration (evaporation from leaf stoma) rate and therefore improve nutrients/minerals flow/uptake from roots to leaves :)

[@EverythingPlants]

That is probably the biggest takeaway that I've learned from plants over the last few years is testing the pH of water. I will probably be making a soil pH testing video soon so stay tuned for that. Now in regards to light deflection with a mirror... I honestly don't know. I could definitely see it working without any complications. I've never tested it but I know I get sunlight reflected from my neighbor's house into my bedroom window early in the morning... Now whether that visible light translates into par (light that a plant uses) you would definitely need a par meter

[@JoannaLouise200]

@@EverythingPlants I'll always stay tuned...really enjoy your take on plants & your trialling of different care/propagation techniques. I have 60 cacti & succulents (and several aroids) so maybe I'll try experimenting with light & mirrors (sounds like a magic show!), and see what happens (will need to get a par meter). Looking forward to catching that upcoming soil PH testing video :)

[@teartamother1892]

Great video I shall be checking out the pH on my water, your plants are evidence of the correct ph.thanks Jeff

[@EverythingPlants]

I was quite surprised at how much everything has grown recently.

[@jillianleblanc9370]

Good morning to you vary nice plans they all so beautiful and amazing

[@EverythingPlants]

Thank you so much 😊

[@Unpotted]

Thanks so much for showing us how to use science to improve the health of our tropical plants indoors. Great demonstration! 😺✌️

[@EverythingPlants]

Thanks for watching!!

[@ReisePiece]

Thank you this was very informative without being confusing

[@EverythingPlants]

Thanks and I'm glad you enjoyed it. Hope you come back for more videos!

[@nadine_double_v9901]

Great video, thank you Jeff ! Some of my plants turned weird recently, I am going to check the pH. Here, a long time subscriber from France 🌱🪴🌿

[@EverythingPlants]

Let me know the results when you find out. Thanks for supporting the channel, Nadine!

[@nadine_double_v9901]

I'll let you know for sure 👍

[@nadine_double_v9901]

Hi Jeff, so since this video I checked and downed the pH of my tap water and add a conditioner used for aquariums. My plants look happy again. Thank you so much for brinning up this subject. Happy growing ! 🌱🪴🌴

[@EverythingPlants]

@@nadine_double_v9901 that is so awesome to hear. I am curious to know what your pH was initially???

[@nadine_double_v9901]

I was so surprised it is 8. I moved here, not long ago and didn't think to check.

[@Aquamarine.Aubrey]

Excellent video. So much great information! 💚 I really need to splurged on that light meter!

[@dorindastewart1375]

New subscriber here. 🙋‍♀ This was such a helpful video! I had no idea about the importance of PH. 😳 I'm really looking forward to checking out more of your content! 👍

[@EverythingPlants]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@kathrynrobinson670]

Thanks for the advice and refresh of plant care success. Well said🙂

[@EverythingPlants]

Thanks for watching!

[@carolstuff]

Thanks for the tips Jeff! I keep a small fan on low 24/7 around my plants, even with the window open

[@EverythingPlants]

Nice! And I'm sure your plants love it lol

[@EverythingPlants]

If you have tested the pH of you water in the past, I'd love to know what the results were! LEAVE IT BELOW. Also here is the link for the pH testing kit amzn.to/41IMhll

[@ninasuculentasymas]

Hello from Puerto Rico!!! Yes, very valid and important points to consider for the well being of the plants. Thx!

[@liteweightpup2561]

Great information. Proof in the results.

[@EverythingPlants]

Yes! Thanks for watching

[@PattyJoy]

Excellent information! Thank you 👏🏻💚🪴

[@txoovlouquieusvaj]

These are all true things! I used to have really bad spidermites and always in a constant battle with them indoors (predatory mites, neem, systemic, chemicals... you name it). Spidermites went away as soon as I fixed the pH, adjusted watering schedule, and started using an oscillating fan.

[@EverythingPlants]

Healthy plants are the best pest prevention!

[@dixiechick6652]

I’m happy to hear this!!

[@tutorigal]

After watching your video I tried to change my ph right away 😅bought the test fortunately my filter water is actually 5-5.5 ph, so after I water my plant with filter watered together with dyna pro, I saw growth next day for my silver blush (my anthuriums were not growing). Thank you so much!! Game changer!

[@DionneRoxanne]

Great tips, very informative. I'm going to use my fans and heat mat more after watching this.

[@EverythingPlants]

Thanks.

[@brucegorkowski4811]

Totally agree with air movement! Thank you for explaining the importance of ph… I never thought much of it; but I’m going to start?🙂

[@EverythingPlants]

Nice and good luck!!!

[@rebeccahenderson7761]

Great info, thanks! I bought a water ph kit a while ago, but never bothered. I really should check it though. Glad to see the results on yours!

[@EverythingPlants]

Yes...I was quite surprised. Let me know what your results end up being. I find this stuff interesting

[@Zen.....]

I use an oscillating fan too, its on a timer, it used to worry me but I figured in their natural habitat, you get intermittent wind too, so I risked it. Seems fine so far.

[@EverythingPlants]

Nice! I run mine on low for day and night ...sometimes I turn it off haha

[@DiscretionaryLobotomy]

Personally I noticed the plants on my desk (exposed to a constant wind via desk fan) grew up to be stronger and slightly more sizable than the plants I bought at the same time, same farm, same genus. The only difference is the other plants I didn't have enough space for on my desk, so they got placed on my dresser where there isn't any wind. Similar lighting conditions too. It feels like the ones that get constant air end up having thicker stems and slightly faster growth. Just my experience though. Gonna start testing my water now, too, thanks to your suggestion. See if I can duplicate your growth spike, fingers crossed.

[@heatherdegreeff1092]

This is SO interesting. Thanks so much, Jeff.

[@EverythingPlants]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@beckypackqualls2745]

I love your tips! I forgot about the ph, will check it out today!

[@EverythingPlants]

Let me know your results!!!

[@MichaelDeNicola]

Another excellent and helpful video, I wanna get a light meter device like you have

[@EverythingPlants]

It definitely helps gauge where to put plants. I have them listed on my Amazon page in the description of this video

[@sassynyg5326]

Hi Jeff! Beautiful Plants! Thanks for sharing your videos!😀

[@rzt2927]

Thank you for the great tips and well structured advice! I’m curious how long you’ve been adjusting the ph before this video?

[@mary6831]

Thank you that was very helpful

[@EverythingPlants]

Glad it helped

[@Dieppaloveplants]

I use brita and collect rain water the brita filter ph come fro 5 to 6.5 which excelent for my plants 💚💚💚💚

[@EverythingPlants]

Rain water is best.....that perfect pH! Makes total sense now haha

[@MsRoun]

Great tips! Thank you. Happy Weekend.

[@EverythingPlants]

Thank you! You too!

[@josephrapp]

Just bought a ph test kit! Like your advice always.

[@EverythingPlants]

Let me know your results!

[@sonniecampbell1788]

Great video. I’m going to check my water. And yes I have a fan running for my plants. Also….when I saw your raw bark table it reminded me that i hadn’t noticed that it’s in your logo until I got your mug a few days ago. I really like it - and it is SO you 💚🪴!

[@EverythingPlants]

Omg yes! I sent pictures to the artist of my plants and table for the logo. How is the mug? It's probably my favorite merch item haha

[@sonniecampbell1788]

@@EverythingPlants the mug is great, and the logo is so detailed! The light, plants, Pickles, and even the pencil 😄 I’ve place in among my plants and will be placing a potted something into it soon. Possibly a baby jade….🤔😁🪴

[@katiewilliams9273]

Thank you for the tips, greatly appreciated

[@EverythingPlants]

My pleasure!

[@charlenegarcia5144]

Thanks Doll, for sharing

[@EverythingPlants]

Thanks for watching!

[@figcasey716]

This is so very helpful 🙏thanks so much

[@StanWatt.]

I always advocate using azalea or rhododendron food for my plants.

[@EverythingPlants]

Higher phosphorus

[@StanWatt.]

@@EverythingPlants These jungle plants generally have acidic soil. I use Miracle grow Azalea and Roddy food for most of my wallet drainers lol

[@plantsinjars]

The pH tip is so real

[@EverythingPlants]

Thanks! It completely changed the health of my plants.... I had no idea until Ashley mentioned it.

[@xXxXxCGPBxXxXx]

Excellent Vid!!! 🪴

[@laurenjohnson5880]

Hey Jeff! I got my shirts and sticker from your merch collection. They all look amazing! 😄

[@EverythingPlants]

Awesome!!! That is so great to hear!!!

[@lynnelaney4380]

Great video!

[@EverythingPlants]

Thanks!

[@kimberlyskinner8177]

Congratulations on 66K🎉🎉🎉🎉. Awesome video. I began checking my ph,😱what a difference 🤩😍🤩😍. ❤

[@EverythingPlants]

Thanks Kim and I couldn't believe it as well. Next up..... Soil testing. Lol

[@StephTeachesStuff]

This is making me think that my pH must be okay, because the newest leaf on my alocasia imperial red is massive!

[@EverythingPlants]

Most likely is... That's awesome!

[@AlliWritesNow]

How much do u dilute your fertilizer for every watering?

[@katiewilliams9273]

On you recomendation i bought the ph test kit and tested my water straight from the tap then with the water conditioner I use, then with the fertilizer also . The tap and conditioned water was the same between 7-8, but then when i added the fertilizer it went to 6. So is it ok, or do you think I should lower it before i add the fertilizer ? I hope this made sense.

[@mechelleburk5680]

How do your string of pearls do great with no stretching there?? Even right in my southern window they stretch. I have to put them outside in full sun during the winter (above 33F) during fall and winter and in partial shade during the winter.

[@EverythingPlants]

Here is all I know hahaha kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqfblK2bmdB-aKM

[@ashleyh9960]

Hi! Is it the same water pH for all plants?

[@MarisaAndChew]

I use a fan through all the warm months, I usually stop in like October BC it really does cool the air and I don't want to be cooling air I'm paying to heat 😮 I've always laughed at the "avoid drafts" because all of these plants, unless completely lab grown, are genetically used to surviving both temperature changes and changes in wind and it's speed. The plant community has some ppl shaking their fiddles everyday to replicate wind and then fearing doors opening and causing a breeze for other plants. IMO if you coddle them then your going to have very picky and weak stock 😂

[@EverythingPlants]

Haha....I open the door during frosty -30 winters here in Canada and my ficus is directly near the door and NEVER had any issues. The fan is key for warm and humid conditions

[@MarisaAndChew]

@@EverythingPlants I'm assuming you have forced air heat and that's another that makes me laugh. Seeing "keep away from vents" like dude if I'm comfortable this close my plant is fine... Definitely wouldn't put a plant on top of the register vents but that's BC I kinda like the heat to be through the house 😬. The plant would prob thrive thinking it has the best heat mat 🤣

[@shb1950]

3:30pm what type of Anthurium does did you show? I want an Anthurium which will grow Big. I’m m new to your channel and learned a lot today. Does air conditioning count as air flow? Fans not a fan. But will think about it. With a moisture meter with ph, is that ok to check water for alkaline or acidity? I did subscribe to your channel. Your plants are spectacular!

[@tinareyes5819]

I looked but Amazon US don’t sell root farm. Any alternative test kit you can suggest for us in the USA?

[@jemachaj]

Check places like Pet stores that sell aquarium supplies, brands shouldn’t matter, they all do the same thing.

[@tinareyes5819]

Thanks

[@mixonplantsncrafts]

Thanks for this video. Very helpful. We are moving to a new home in a few weeks and the whole house is linked up to a water-softer unit. I don't think I can water my plants or even spray my plants in that water. Would you recommend distilled water?

[@SyedR14]

Thx for the video. Do you use any specific wood for “pole”? Is it simply a 2x1 or 3x2 pine?

[@sushiegirl]

I just ordered a ph kit 🥰

[@zainabs.5432]

Can I use a phone application for testing the light intensity? did you compare the device you had with the app ?

[@EverythingPlants]

Yes you can....and I haven't compared the two though

[@cathylocklin3215]

I use ceiling fans.👍🏻 I enjoy all your videos.

[@EverythingPlants]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@ritalewis5231]

Hello Jeff, the ceiling fan causes dryness and a need for more water days . What’s your in take🤔

[@SweetNobody]

How soon did you notice healthier plants? I’m feeling discouraged. my monstera has been loosing lead after leaf this summer and now I believe it’s the ph of our water, I stopped using RO and started using the city water which had a ph of 8.4 when I tested it. We hooked our house up to it a few months ago from well and well I didn’t think much of it. I’m thinking just use ph down for the next water or two for each plant then start back with fertilizer. Airodes don’t seem impressed… bananas last leaf is almost half the size. African violets don’t seam impressed.

[@kaitb07]

Weird someone would recommend No airflow. Even veggie seedlings it's recommended to have air movement, even just for strengthening the stems. Seems like that alone would be good for houseplants especially those that hold up some monster sized leaves.

[@EverythingPlants]

I like to 'research' both sides before making videos and the argument of cooling and breezes seems to be what the argument is. Mine have no issues with it

[@scottgalbreath5707]

Question? Do you find Canada humidity to be low ? I ask because we reside in Alberta and some plants we have seem to develop dry, crispy leaf tips. We do have two humidifiers.

[@EverythingPlants]

Most times....YES! Especially in the winter. We have had some pretty decent rain in Sask over the last month and the humidity has been maintaining above 50 percent consistently.

[@scottgalbreath5707]

@EverythingPlants I typically use humidifiers in the winter, due to the heat being on and it lessening the overall humidity. During the spring and summer months, the windows are open or the AC is on. One plant place we stopped into a few weeks ago in Cockrane Alberta said they use pebble trays with Leca. Our plants all seem to do just fine in our home and have ajdusted quite well, however certain ones seem to be a bit more picky where they are placed, so it's been trial and error. We have a good 200 plants to care for, a lot of the same ones I seen in your video.

[@scottgalbreath5707]

@EverythingPlants We keep all our plants clustered or grouping them together to help promote humidity. I make it a habit to wipe and / or rinse all the leaves to help elevate any pests or dust. Have NOT had any issues with rinsing plants with a sprayer and getting any mold or fungus issues.

[@jmb7228]

I thought that box said “room fart”

[@EverythingPlants]

😂

[@MysteryViv]

I definitely think I need to incorporate some of your ideas. My question pertains to the heat mats. It looks like you placed them directly on the floor. I would be leery of doing that with my seed starting mats. Could you provide more detail. Thank you for sharing your success methods.

[@EverythingPlants]

It's funny you mention that because I've been meaning to place something underneath them. I have checked and no damage or anything to the floors....thanks for the reminder lol

[@The_Black_Truth]

[@EverythingPlants]

👍

[@rafalz9275]

700 fc for jade plant is high? Sorry but it is low !

[@EverythingPlants]

700FC is classified as 'high' light and this plant does just fine. Now jades, when acclimated, grow very well in full sun...1000FC +

[@rafalz9275]

Full sun is like 5000 or more 😂 maybe you have PAR on mind and not FC ?

[@EverythingPlants]

@@rafalz9275 yes full sun is definitely in the thousands FC, but as a 'guide line' for beginners, those are the ranges.

[@rafalz9275]

Oh please don’t do this 🫣 let them have correct information😂😂

[@xangsanealt-niko9671]

Thought the foot candle thing was a bit off as well, all my aroids get around 200-300 PPFD considered high end of moderate light to low end of high light I think foot candle equivalent is ppfd*0.2 which would be ~1000-1500 foot candle

[@Ginger_Odie]

Thank you for the great info ! 🪴

[@jessicaliltxn3295]

Great video!!

[@EverythingPlants]

Thanks Jessica