Is Semi Hydroponics the Best Method to Grow Hoyas?

[@BotanicalWoman]

Hi Fronds, it's been a good 9 months since I made this video and wanted to share some things I've learned. Generally I think using a net pot is a lot better for most hoyas. That's not not to say that some hoyas, particularly those with thicker roots and more drought tolerant, would do well in just a glass jar. But since not all my hoyas seem to be happy with this set up I have since moved most of my hoyas into net pots. If you're interested, check out my latest hoya propagation video =) Happy Growing! kzbin.info/www/bejne/op6soKtvmpuFZ5Y

[@Wolfie_Rankin]

Wow, some people take 30 minutes to say what you did, you completely nailed it and it was very easy to take in. Great stuff.

[@wendyanndarling]

I started doing semi hydro with most of my plants, even the bigger ones. I gotta tell you, I'm loving it, and my plant babies do as well :)

[@BotanicalWoman]

That is awesome! i like it too i am just working out some quirks right now.

[@handsdirtymindclean2973]

Yep. It’s awesome

[@pricilliachen8182]

How much do you use

[@christinecaney2745]

I was having a problem with growing peperomias, Everytime I watered them leaves would fall off or dry up and die, even using a moisture meter. So I tried my Caperata and watermelon in LECA and I am so far very happy with the results. I'm going to try more in LECA.

[@adamvancamp327]

I just found your channel. I have been transitioning all of my hoyas to LECA. Here in Colorado it is hard to get humidity above 50%. I have taken cutting of several of my hoyas, stuck them in a glass jar with leca and filled it about 1/3 to 1/2 full of my fertilizer/Super Thrive mix and in just a few day start to see roots. I will end up transitioning all of my hoyas and most all other plants that I have. Thanks for the video.

[@BotanicalWoman]

Hello! Thank you! I probably have higher relative humidity in Seattle then you but I still find that my plants do enjoy any extra humidity I can't provide for them, which is why I keep most of my small plants into the propagation box. I created two massive "pebble trays" using shoe trays from IKEA and a single layer of leca and the plants that live on top of them, seem to be really happy as well. I am not looking forward to the day when all my plants outgrow the propagation boxes. I haven't been adding any fertilizer to my water yet and its been well over a month. I probably should soon though. Cool. I love to hear how the transition goes! I have a few ariods propagating in leca now and i plan to keep it there and see how they do.

[@lifepaholic716]

Cool video and you discussed it using layman's terms 😁 so it made easy to understand what is leca and how to use them 👍 thanks for sharing your tips.

[@BotanicalWoman]

Thank you Lifepaholic! Yes they are just clay balls baked at really high temperature so they have a lot of holes in them. I am happy you found this video helpful! Let me know if you end up trying it! I have clearly been convinced that it is worth a go! =)

[@WeirdHousePlants]

Just listened to a podcast about this! And after I saw this video, I called about a diamond drill bit 😂 Excited to see how your plants fare!

[@BotanicalWoman]

that drill bit is a life changer! which podcast?

[@DefenderOfTheLarder]

Thank you. That was brilliant. Yours was my 10th video because only you explained the watering and fertilising in enough depth to actually be useful. Really appreciate your time and effort. God bless, and keep growing! :o)

[@BotanicalWoman]

happy to help! 💚

[@annadavidson9830]

I've been seeing a lot about semi hydro recently. My hoyas arent doing all that well either. I'm thinking I should probably try this method & see if anything changes.

[@BotanicalWoman]

The ones I converted are doing well. I think semihydro and hoyas is a winning pair! Good luck! Let me know how yours do! 💚

[@handsdirtymindclean2973]

I agree. It is great and will prob revive your Hoyas. I should video mine next. Literally saved mine that way. Check out my other LECA vids.

[@zoraidamorales3661]

Omg I love this!!

[@kristinachin8384]

Yay! You made a semi hydro vid! I mostly use leca for my hoya but I've been converting my other plant so far they haven't reacted badly except both of my alocasia when they were shedding its roots they kept losing leaves which made me nervous but its starting to bounce back. I learned some helpful new tips I didn't know about and will try now! TY

[@BotanicalWoman]

What setup do you use? How long have you started converting your other plants to semi hydro? What fertilizer do you use for your hoyas? I was planning to give them a balanced one.

[@Robert_A_Keyboards4948]

Nice video explaining it all! I only have one Hoya at this point (want to get more) and I have had it a couple of years. It seems like even though many tout the joys of Leca, is that really easier than soil? It just seems like a lot of work. My Hoya has been repotted one time and loves the soil and the key for me has been simply not overwatering it. Matter of fact out of all my houseplants overwatering would be the biggest killer besides if you miss an insect or say a spider mite attack as once they get going you may easily lose that plant if you don't catch it to treat it early.

[@mayragalicia7527]

I absolutely love this video! it is so thorough! Thank you so much!!

[@BotanicalWoman]

You are so welcome!

[@you_r_my-world2288]

So well explained Thank you

[@HauzPlant]

Thanks for this vid Christine !

[@BotanicalWoman]

Thank you for stopping by! =) Have a wonderful weekend!

[@leahlove5949]

I was struggling with some of my begonia since they constantly get crispy leaves. I decided to put them all in leca and they stopped dropping leaves and started growing like crazy!

[@BotanicalWoman]

That's fantastic! Glad to hear they're loving the new setup

[@diboakale3461]

Thank you ❤I will try it with mine because they are so crispy and almost gone 😢

[@kenjiro2676]

S/H for Hoya is the best. Their roots just thrive and grow fast.

[@BotanicalWoman]

how long have you been growing your hoyas in s/h?

[@kenjiro2676]

Botanical Woman a year now, their roots are already in the water.

[@roundabout8787]

I learned a lot, thanks. I'm about to buy my first Hoya and I think simulating their natural growing conditions is the best way to go. I'm totally going to try this! I was already going to buy a glass bit, I'm halfway there. Excellent and helpful video, you got a new subscriber. How are yours doing?

[@BotanicalWoman]

Hi Barb! Thank you! After experimenting for several months, I concluded that this setup isn't for every hoya. I think using a net pot is a lot better. See my latest hoya propagation video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/op6soKtvmpuFZ5Y

[@jennetteclements6555]

Do you have an update on this please?

[@christinecaney2745]

Great video

[@BotanicalWoman]

Thank you

[@dkaslghql]

can you also do this for hoya krohniana eskimo?

[@marysunshine389]

My Hoya’s love clay pebbles. What are your thoughts about water gel beads instead of, or in addition to clay.

[@BotanicalWoman]

Funny that you ask, I actually got some a while back but haven't gotten around to using them. I don't see why not try it. I am thinking about adding them to my moss poles to help retain moisture.

[@marysunshine389]

@@BotanicalWoman I tried the gel beads in my most forgiving of plants, my Chinese Evergreen. Gel beads around the bottom of the root and filled the remainder of the pot with clay pebbles. This morning, it still looks good. Yippie! Now I may try some black beads in my pothos to help keep the algae to a minimum.

[@sutepi]

Hello, could you please tell me how much should be the diameter of the hole? 6mm or 1cm? Thank you!

[@marygorchidsmore2058]

Another great video! Do you do the pH for your solution as well?

[@BotanicalWoman]

Thx. No i haven't. Its not something I have looked into because i haven't started fertilizing yet.

[@louisabyr6826]

Is it necessary to drill holes in the glass jar.

[@BotanicalWoman]

in my experience air flow is really important so with out the holes, there will be less naturally but i have also had success without. the key is to change the water at least weekly if you get lazy like me, your plant won't be as happy but to stale water/ lack of oxygen, etc

[@annewhitson6458]

Hi! Could you share your diluted peroxide recipe to keep algae out of the glass jars? Thank you!

[@BotanicalWoman]

Its in the description of all my videos but let me find it for you. www.using-hydrogen-peroxide.com/gardening-with-hydrogen-peroxide.html

[@user-ek7kd3il5m]

why would you use a organic fertilizer in a mineral substrate? Worm casting tee? I order to be successful long term, one should put a bid more thought into growing in semi or hydroponic. The fertilizer, ph and so many other factors are very important. This is the reason many people give up on it and talk bad about this system, when in fact they have done lots of mistakes or too little research on it. It is a great way to grow but it needs a bit of knowledge.

[@Claudia-vk5qe]

How much hydrogen peroxide? When should you reflush when it's dry? my leca gets dry after a day

[@BotanicalWoman]

the link for hydrogen peroxide is in the description. yes, i flush mines whenever i can. it doesn't hurt to flush it more often.

[@kristenlamas4723]

What happens when the roots reach the bottom? It is ok for them to touch the water?

[@BotanicalWoman]

Based on what I have read yes, but based on my experience no. So I don't leave a reservoir anymore. I soak the leca for a bit and then dump it all out. I noticed root rot.

[@lokaforhoya5919]

What will happen to it if you can’t drill holes in the glass or chose not to? Is it better just to use a ceramic pot with drainage holes for this leca medium? Also is it only good for cuttings? Can I use it for my hoyas that have a small root system?

[@BotanicalWoman]

I have glass jars with holes and without, just because of the balls falling down the sink. I also have used regular pots for semi hydro and because it can't hold any water, it tends to dry out more but the hoyas are ok with that. no, you can use this method with plants that are already rooted but keep in mind that it will take some time for the plant to adjust to this new environment so you may not see any growth for a while. The size of the root system doesn't matter, at least I haven't noticed.

[@lokaforhoya5919]

Botanical Woman thank you so much for your response. How often do you water the ones in normal pots that dry out faster? Would you recommend normal pots for both propagation and for the ones already with roots?

[@BotanicalWoman]

If you are growing semi hydro in a regular pot, you really can't overwater it.

[@HamsterLife_EnglishLearning]

How is your Hoya in lecca and water making out after 2 months?

[@BotanicalWoman]

Thanks for asking! They are doing great actually! Loads of new growth, the heat mat and the box really helps. The hoyas are lovin' it! Its really nice to see them grow even though we are in the middle of winter!

[@HamsterLife_EnglishLearning]

@@BotanicalWoman Good to know. My new Hoya Kerri Variegata I noticed has perked up and raised her head once she arrived and got her water. All 8 where laying totally flat over the edge of the pot. Now perky standing up just in 2 days owning it. I love how my 8 hearts are in a circle of an 6 inch pot. She is my most favorite so far of how the grower laid her large hearts out to grow. I'm just starting out again now that my children are gone, and grandchildren are wrapped up in teen years with their friends. I'm going to buy another Hoya Kerri Variegata. It is so much prettier and full then what the site shows. cactusenligne.ca/

[@louisabyr6826]

Have you heard of Pon?

[@BotanicalWoman]

yup it's great

[@louisabyr6826]

@@BotanicalWoman have you tried

[@BotanicalWoman]

yes

[@elenamiyagi6669]

Hi. Love your videos. Thank you for sharing your knowlege. How often do you recomend to change the water reservoir? Mine is always the same level because I keep the bottle inside a big plastic box. Best regards

[@BotanicalWoman]

I try to do it once a week but i decided that i am going to transition them out of the glass jars as i don't think the roots are getting enough air flow. It's just a hunch but i am going to switch things up and see how it goes. will be making an update video soon.

[@elenamiyagi6669]

@@BotanicalWoman ok thank you I'll be waiting for it

[@Selestrielle]

Ha! You finally got some of those diamond bits! :D I think I have the same set. I don't think I'd be able to switch to hydroponics. There's something inside of me that resists the thought of plants growing out of soil. Even if that's actually how they grow in nature. Also, it looks like it'd be hard to tell when I need to water if somebody doesn't use clear/transparent containers. Do they make leca in other colors?

[@BotanicalWoman]

=) Yes, i finally got the diamond bits! They have been really nice. I resisted for a long time, I am kind of old fashion as well but i decided to finally try it out so we will see. I will say that it has only been a few days and i can see the roots have already started to grow so i am please with that. I actually don't know if LECA comes in another color...I might have seen some but I can't remember where now. But the most readily available ones will be these terracotta looking ones. As for the containers, try to net pot and cache pot, that way you can lift the net pot to see if they are still moisture. Let me know if you decided to try it. I am excited to see the results.

[@MsLindamee]

How much peroxide do you use ?

[@BotanicalWoman]

www.using-hydrogen-peroxide.com/gardening-with-hydrogen-peroxide.html

[@UniqueNee]

Whats the bug at 1:45?

[@BotanicalWoman]

i am not sure but i did check to make sure it wasn't a bad bug.

[@HamsterLife_EnglishLearning]

I love how informative your video's are. I just bet give it 2 years and your channel will take off, if not before. I believe your channel will grow tremendously. Video showing how to have water running over the bit while you cut a hole in glass, and be hands free to do so. Also how to make a template to use on a jar or flat pc. of glass kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5CxpYd4iayjaJI At 4:54 in your video you have a bug crawling in the soil to the left middle side.

[@BotanicalWoman]

Cool, Thanks for sharing that vid! Will help a lot of folks who are looking to drill a few holes!

[@HamsterLife_EnglishLearning]

@@BotanicalWoman Your welcome! I also love it when people post links on a channel that are helpful.

[@misarouet]

Can it get moldy??

[@BotanicalWoman]

It hasn't happened to me but that could be because I add hydrogen peroxide to my water

[@misarouet]

@@BotanicalWoman ooh. What's a good ratio for the peroxide so it doesn't harm the plant? And do you add it to every watering?

[@MsLouisVee]

Omg the music😖😖😖can hardly hear you

[@BotanicalWoman]

Sorry on this one it was a bit loud.

[@amyl2442]

Updade video please

[@BotanicalWoman]

Going live this weekend and will be going over some of that, join if you can!

[@dvdgalutube]

Your Pitch gets really high when you are nervous and your speech becomes unnatural.