Grow a coconut palm from a store bought coconut 🌴 🥥

[@nonawolf7495]

When I was looking for a home in FL, I toured one house that had a garden. Walking around outside, I noticed someone had thrown a coconut in the soil. (it was not planted...just lying on top as if it had been discarded). 3 months later, I closed the deal and moved in. As I did a final inspection, I noticed the coconut had sprouted. Too busy to care, I went about getting established in my new home. Over the next year, the little coconut grew in to a tree that stood about 6 feet tall. I dug him up, put him in a pot, and moved him in to the caged area next to the pool. It's amazing to watch things grow here. Thanks for the vid, Lead Farmer - I really enjoyed it.

[@BerndSpindler]

Thank you great JOB , I am 72 years now .When I am 102 we have harvest together . Have a great day and thank you again from Chicago .

[@nawazansari4570]

Followed your instructions on how to grow pineapple tree from store bought pineapple a few months ago here in Texas and now I have about a foot and a half tall healthy pineapple plant. Today I'm gonna do store bought coconut exactly the way you showed in the above video. Thank you so much for great videos.

[@rememberberries4277]

Update?

[@content144]

Update plz

[@nawazansari4570]

@@content144 It worked like a charm.

[@CalenMcCann]

@@nawazansari4570how long did it take until it looked like the two plants he had in the end of the video?

[@elijahwilliams1425]

Same here and if what I have read is correct, I should produce a pineapple from mine…my plant was started from a pineapple top and is now a 2 ft tall, 30in diameter plant in just 2 years!

[@maverickmeteor]

I'm going to try this! Thank you for the clear step by step instructions. Lots of yourubers focus too much on sensationalized clickbait and leave off important details. I appreciate that you get straight to the point and show each step clearly and in order.

[@timothybright7064]

Wow! Dude had Clip up for ( Only ) 1 hour and has Dislikes already? A Man being Positive some folks just can be happy! Thanks for your Clips man, we support you!

[@leadfarmer73]

It’s ok bro. I don’t mind. I just hope they learned something new😉🤣😂🤣😂

[@alexsmith0013]

Dude, this crap confuses the hell out of me. I see dislikes all the time on happy, positive gardeners videos. Who out there is such a hater they're gonna dislike videos like this?

[@elizabethwalker48]

Joke's on them, the KZbin algorithm sees likes and dislikes the same way: someone was interested enough in the video to take their time to post an opinion. So it just increases the video's visibility 😂 Also, I really liked this video and would like to try and grow a little coconut palm even though I think I'm too far north. Like it said in the video, can't hurt, a coconut is only $1

[@filthybleeder]

@@leadfarmer73 and you can still make a positive out of some peoples negativity. 👌 Top man.

[@davidthedeaf]

Tim, the dislikes are from guys who know they have no nuts.

[@phoxy_brown]

The things that's accessible to me i take for granted but Lead you let me see things are possible and it's a blessing just to be able to grow things.. thanks for you and lady lead inspiration and knowledge.

[@leadfarmer73]

Thank you so much sis. We are all starting wake up together.😉

[@mini_worx]

Nature's unrelenting desire to grow is absolutely amazing and beautiful. I remember, as a young kid, using a long metal pole with a worn out blade attached to the end to drop coconuts back in the Caribbean. Now I'm in Ohio and miss those days. Just for fun, I think I'm going to try and grow this coconut tree.

[@elderwelder]

Sir I just wanted to thank you for your precise instructions. Straight to the point yet thorough. I appreciate you!

[@colleen868]

Definitely going to try this, I never thought of trying to sprout a coconut.

[@leadfarmer73]

Come on and try it with me😉❤️

[@chucho32922]

@@leadfarmer73 ew

[@Jess_Tropical_jungle]

Totally going to try! Also If you don’t plant it, I hear you can open up the coconut after you sprout it and it’s like a yummy coconut candy that’s like freeze dried coconut or something. It’s like a foam.

[@NoNORADon911]

They only grow to MATURITY (10 years) in zones 10+ , meaning central + south Florida, they FREEZE easily. Try a Chilian Wine Palm, largest palm there is, COLD tolerant, mini coconuts, worth $10,000 a trunk foot. Slow grower though.

[@NoNORADon911]

@@Jess_Tropical_jungle I heard its like sponge cake.

[@t.wilder8403]

You are so full of knowledge. I learn something new every time I tune in. Definitely trying this!!!

[@blueskys8814]

Well-spoken, short, to the point and not a lot of pointless blah blah like on most other you tube channels or videos. Thank You!

[@amethystdrip2050]

I just bought one today to check if you had a coconut video! Thank you! Y’all are righteous on time!

[@crystalgrose]

WOW!!!! Love it! Thanks LeadFarmer 73!!!! Blessings to you and LadyLead 73!!!!

[@leadfarmer73]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@wandawilliams3110]

My husband brought me three coconuts. He said, two for how you do it. One for your plant".Lmbo!! I love this man. . So, I'm back to this tutorial. Thanks for sharing FAM. Peace Always

[@hanamachalikova9230]

Got my coconut today .. It's soaking fully .. can't wait for the result here in Ireland 😂😂

[@nicolekelly7580906]

I live in Central Florida. I’m so gonna try this & put it near my house so when it freezes the plant will stay warm.

[@cicelymurray7223]

This is such a fun idea. I can’t imagine having a coconut tree in Georgia but I’m trying it! LOL so fun!

[@leadfarmer73]

I’m in a south Carolina and I’m giving it a try anyway. Fingers crossed 🤞🏽 😂

[@tamarabrown9364]

Yeah me too

[@tamarabrown9364]

I can’t quite fit it in a greenhouse (unless I make one specifically for it) but I will try growing it in one as long as it will fit.

[@yungan9643]

@@leadfarmer73 Would it work in Tucson AZ?

[@leadfarmer73]

@@yungan9643 yes it sure should😉

[@rosajackson3230]

Wisdom, knowledge, and understanding...you and lady lead are truly Blessed....Thank you for sharing it all.....

[@leadfarmer73]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@Lady_Stargaer]

Hey LF73 hope you are having a great day this is my off day .. just wanted you to know I started my coconut yesterday I will be placing it in the plastic bag after 6pm my 24hrs and etc.... I got this now👍🏽😉 let’s see what she do ...thanks a lot for all that you share her in this community. Oh yes, Hey Lady Lead you are so beautiful. Let Lillian know her off spring is doing just fine it’s 50 degrees here in Detroit today so she is enjoying a little sunshine.

[@sylviayvette]

Hey Lead thanks for sharing...You guys have a great weekend 😀

[@leadfarmer73]

You too!😉❤️

[@trauden76]

You are the man ! Thank you so much for showing us how to grow coconut palm from a store bought coconut. I am going to experiment today. God bless, Bro.

[@feliciabrown7131]

I love that! I live in California. They have them at the 99 cent store they look just like that. I'm going to try it immediately. Thank you Lead. Great video. 🌴🥥🤞🏾🤗✊🏿

[@candyrutledge8367]

Me too. 99 cent store here I come.

[@leadfarmer73]

Give it a shot!✊🏽

[@feliciabrown7131]

@@candyrutledge8367 lol

[@percyleilei8747]

i just got 2 coconuts in Pacific Supermarket！🤣

[@lunawiggins8251]

@@percyleilei8747 how'd it go?

[@lynntorson1984]

So happy to see excitement and encouragement on growing coconut palms. My grandmother grew one in Dogde City Kansas when I was a teenager. Have not found one in my part of the country. I am bound and determined to find a coconut this weekend. However, I did go to your site to see the update on your 2 new babies but can not find it. Did you do an update? Would love a play by play action on how long to developing roots, how long to see vegetation actually sprout, slow or fast grower and how long they have survived. Just have to pick your brain. Would be so much fun to be your neighbor and copy everything you do. Hope to get a response. Lynn

[@tammielarrison3455]

I don't know why he never finished it I have no clue what to do next

[@edwinreyes3998]

Absolutely LOVE that I found this channel!!!

[@tiffanysing23]

Leadfarmer73 and Hey Mrs.ladylead!!❤you still delivering as I expect you would..so grateful for your willingness to share your knowledge and wisdom ..loving and learning, imma try it!👍👍

[@leadfarmer73]

Thank you Tee mcw

[@CarolynRessel]

I’m soaking mine today I will update! Love you I’m gonna grow some coconuts!!!! Blessings on you!!!!

[@user9675]

What's really gonna blow your mind is that you can eat what is called "coconut candy" from the coconut sprout. When the sprout gets to around 18-24 inches you can crack open the coconut and what will be inside where the coco water was is a soft delicious oily, slightly sweet coconut candy! And on top of getting to eat an amazing snack if you do it carefully the coconut tree can still live.

[@aaroniouse]

Its like that with chestnuts too. Maybe they are sisters.

[@chongosanchez.5639]

I’ve been trying to do that but mine won’t sprout. First time I saw the coconut candy was on “survivor man “ show and it looked delicious

[@tlims1974a]

This brought back a memory when I was a kid...I’m 64 now. Lol When I was just a little kid, we got an allowance for chores at the end of the week. Momma took us to the store and we could buy anything we wanted, just as long as it didn’t cost more than our 50 cents allowance. All my other siblings bought candy and snacks, but not me, no sir, I found me a coconut and bought it! I was so proud of myself. I get home and while everyone else is sitting around eating their snack and candy, I was sitting there looking at my coconut a little dismayed as I couldn’t peel it, or get into it. Then I started whining and crying cause I couldn’t eat it. Haha Finally, they took a big rock and bust it open. All the milk spilled out of it so that was a loss. And the coconut was too hard for this little kid to get out of the shell. My last thought was, I wasted my allowance! But....there was always next weeks allowance and next time I’ll follow suit and buy something yummy that’s a little easier to get in to. 🤣

[@robertnelson3672]

He's having some fun with you guys! They will not grow in a humid plastic bag with water. It's easy to grow a coconut with the husk on. Because of their shape they usually fall on their side. The reason the ones he showed grew up-right is because the roots grew down to the soil through the husk. The sprout grows from the largest eye. But without husk at least at the top the nut the sprout will either dry out or rot in the soil. It must have something to keep it protected and moist A fresh coconut has milk in it like he said. Lay it on its side half buried, preferably with the largest eye at the bottom. Water with slightly warm-ish water. (Think tropical rain - slightly more than tepid) Over watering will cause it to rot. To germinate you need at least 25C / 73F for several weeks. Once you have a palm it should survive down to 12-15C / 54-60F at night in winter. Check out what temperatures in winter the most northerly place in Florida where coconut palms survive outside gets.

[@magg7524]

I'm excited learned something new I'm definitely going to try it thank you Mr. Lead Stay Safe God bless

[@dachreport]

Was looking to germinate normal areca palms but you have turned me onto something even better. Thanks for the info 👍

[@bandit4true]

I live in miami and coconuts grow like weeds in my yard after the fall from my mature tree. The are easy to germinate here in the warm weather. Can't wait to see your results.

[@aljogosselin]

What kind of meat does a sprouted coconut have?

[@aimtcb]

@@aljogosselin its like a sponge or kinda like cotton candy

[@elhajjmalikel6266]

They grow here in Central Florida on the east and west coast. Cocoa, Melbourne Beach and south on the A1A, they are everywhere.

[@goodboi4939]

I live in Appalachia, the closest we have to wild evergreens here is the eastern red cedar. I’ve managed to collect one seedling volunteer and plant it as a border shrub

[@cynthiacurry8005]

Thank you for sharing all these great ideas. God bless

[@TinyKimKit]

Thank you and great explanation! As a house plant lover, I’ve found such joy in sprouting up some of my own babies! ❤

[@glenn4ster]

Thank you. I have 3 coconut palm trees in my front yard. Been trying to figure out how to do this. Starting this weekend.

[@nairuthattreccinachirwa4964]

Tried your way and it just worked perfectly. Thumbs up

[@DesertRose76]

You are an excellent teacher! I am definitely gonna try that! Thank you!!!

[@petinachambersmcvay8482]

oooooh!!!! I'm so excited about this, I'm sitting here giggling. lol Thank you for the demonstration. Will be planting a few coconuts at this house.

[@leadfarmer73]

I say we do it!🤣😂🤣

[@jetevaughnholland202]

Mr Lead this video was only 5mins and very informative lol. Im just play I like your 3-4 hour videos. They are really helpful as well.

[@leadfarmer73]

😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@db8tek]

Great video man really appreciate the knowledge you share I’ve always wanted to grow some coconut 🌴 just never knew what to do thanks for sharing with us

[@yumberryangel1842]

Wow...off to the store I go! Hope to find a coconut...I am so ready for this!!

[@3texaschick]

You are such a great teacher Leadfarmer73. I found you while watching Homestead Heart make strawberry jam, and have been watching you ever since. I'm in TX and think our temperature may be conducive to growing coconuts. I'm gonna give it a try. Like you said, "What have you got to loose, a dollar?"

[@lesliestockton5762]

So glad I found this channel....I live by the beach and have coconuts everywhere 🌴🥥🌊🌴🥥🌊 Can't wait to try this...heading to the beach to grab 10 coconuts 🚲👙🥥

[@eisar1852]

I did it, and it really worked out good! Only thing was, that the little palm could not survive the chilly Dutch climate, and inside the house the air was to dry for it.. 😬😏I guess i'll just sprout the coconuts in the future, as they say that is a delicious treat! Thank you for your happy and informative video🤗🙂

[@luisfigueroa4436]

After asking and asking finally I found someone that answer my question of how to sprout from a hard shell coconut god bless keep up the good work

[@TheeGoldenGoddess1]

Thanks brother Lead. Definitely need to try this bc coconut is in my top 5. Be well! Guava!

[@leadfarmer73]

GUAVA 🍷

[@belindaadams3109]

I got my coconut today, can't wait to try this.

[@ItsMint2B]

First time watching your video. You explain everything so well without being lengthy or over dramatic. Not to mention cute as heck! I live in Jacksonville FL and we had such a cold winter and I lost my coconut trees☹ I thought I needed more coconuts with the husk on then I saw your video and I was thrilled. Thank you so much for sharing! Don't spend a second worrying about the dislikes, there will always be people you just can't make happy. Keep doing your thing! I'm subscribed now!😁

[@jynefferdill4317]

You should watch his pineapple video.. hilarious twist starting at 1:10.. was not expecting that.. made me subcribe to his channel just for that video lol

[@captaincashew3217]

Love this I was wondering if I could sprout a coconut from a store bought coconut and you showed me exactly what to do to sprout one. Thanks man I subscribe!

[@brittmyzone8agarden]

If I can have a coconut that naturalizes to my area it’s a wrap ! Going to have a full food forest watching you guys and I’m happy for it . Just need to clear a few more of my hardwood trees out

[@elhajjmalikel6266]

If I may ask, what area are you located?

[@TellingYouWhy]

I’m doing the same , growing coconut treats in Pennsylvania

[@janetsandham7058]

Hey Just bought my first coco's plant Looked it up on here and came across ur chanel so now gonna give growing my own a go

[@ruthsmith6920]

Loved this sir! Thank you, had to subscribe. God bless you and yours

[@MainCourseEncouragement]

Loving this! We use coconut in so many dishes and drink coconut water!

[@leadfarmer73]

I really wanted to try this because we use coconuts 🥥 around here for everything

[@MainCourseEncouragement]

leadfarmer73 exactly! Miracle plant for sure. The coco coir and more.

[@canadianproudgetoutdoors]

Great vid going to try this next time out at the market. My young son has apple seeds in the fridge nice n damp container well see how we do goodluck ! Much love from canada

[@leadfarmer73]

Thank you CANADA 🇨🇦

[@temboanvillage1168]

Very good video, planting coconuts. Good luck and good health. Greetings from Indonesia.

[@donnamartin4388]

I've tried all your videos and it's working for me. Ty so much. I've tried other sites but you are the best.

[@carolinekinney2364]

That’s great. I’m excited. I’m doing it in the morning. Keep you posted. Thanks

[@katzwhite5962]

Hi, I'm in the UK🇬🇧. I love growing plants from seed or reviving ailing plants. Recently had success with a Fiddle leaf fig plant which had lost all its leaves. I managed to save it. I took 4 cuttings off the main plant which now have roots and leaves and the main plant has a number of leaves and is doing well. Hurrah! I will definitely try this. Thanks for sharing.👍🏿

[@sharlenesymcheck2711]

I am for sure going to do this . I am stuck in this house, that doesn't mean I have to be bored ,thank you sir . I can create something new and alive in the north . Look out world. God 🙌 bless.

[@Homesick4Heaven]

Real men garden! Love it! Thanks for the info!!!

[@marekbaco629]

Thank you brother for a beautiful tutorial. I have a coconut at home right now so I´m going to try it right now! Thx!

[@DragoniteSpam]

I used to be a massive plant nerd when I was a kid, finally started to get back into it as the pandemic's worn on. This sounds simpler than I expected it to be, I'll have to grab a coconut next time I go to the store!

[@MCRnursery]

Your average plant/seed wants to grow and live. Give it what it wants to do so and it will try its hardest to grow and thrive.

[@RockoRup]

Just subscribed, plant nut here and loving your vibe!

[@funnylaugh.1069]

This is the first video that I watched of yours and I will definitely be watching more of your videos thank you so much!😊

[@pmcghee5227]

Wow, that was really neat. I like this video. I'm gonna try this myself. Thanks Lead.

[@leadfarmer73]

Anytime 😉

[@charlenecole1840]

Love you too❤️I am definitely going to try to grow a couple of coconuts!! Thanks for making my winter interesting 🤔

[@kaylinklimple2167]

Thanks for the video, I was wondering if you could grow a coconut plant from a store bought coconut, now I know! 😁

[@missdorado21]

Love this! Doing it with my grandkids. Thanks.

[@leadfarmer73]

It’s just for fun 😉❤️

[@newaccount091]

You are the coolest! Thanks for showing me how! Have a good day!

[@leadfarmer73]

Thank you Linda Lee ❤️

[@Thinktwice77]

any update on the results about the coconut sprouting ?

[@Humbirdhippo5475]

🤯 mind blown! Genius! By the way, it’s the water that’s inside, when you open it. The coconut milk comes from grating the hard white meat 🥥 . Just thought you might wanna know 👍🏽

[@leadfarmer73]

Thanks for the info😉

[@hodgesmarkanthony3591]

GRAND RISING GRAND RISING..................I Tried it and it WORKS, I have 3 with roots showing, and 1 with a STEM................ All the VERY Best Guysssssss

[@sidneymoore2231]

Brilliant!,never thought it could be so easy! Gonna get mine started asap!Thanks for the video!

[@ChrisSmith-tt6kc]

You are loaded with positive energy good sir. I hope your palms produce some awesome coconuts. I might try it. I live in a subtropical climate and I bet it'll work here.

[@arokanika]

I haven’t tried this one but have seen 100s of other coconut growing step by step guide and videos. All said same thing but didn’t give exact tips and tricks on how to do it. Like I was submerging my coconut in water without any heavy bucket on top and it was not getting enough soaked or germinated. Now I know all mistakes I was making without these tips I wouldn’t ever know what went wrong. This guy is awesome. Gonna subscribe and watch other videos too. Also gonna try to grow my coconut tree right away. Although I live in a colder climate but let’s hope with a bit of extra care it works. Fingers crossed 😊

[@arokanika]

It’s day 3 since moved coconut in the sandwich bag n left in bowl in warm area of home with some sunlight exposure. Nothing sprouting yet. How many days should I wait before chucking it in the bin? I opened the bag today to adjust coconut positioning and eyes stay on top but it smelled bad like starting to rot so I doubt if it will grow?

[@kssilas6153]

Lead, this is a cool idea and the HD quality of this video is amazing!

[@paularndt6111]

Thank u for your videos. I could listen to u talk for hrs.

[@BlackandWhitecustoms]

Thanx for your contribution. You have expanded my knowledge and increased my courage to grow along my gardening journey.

[@soaronwingslikeeagles7982]

Thank you!! Going to do it. Greetings from South Africa 🇿🇦

[@christophercoledekock2373]

Will definately try this out. Been wanting plant coconuts for a while👌

[@NATURALBEEKEEPERSCOLLECTIVE]

Have you got the title to your follow up video? Would love to see how they sprouted. I bet your other ones are pretty big now. Coconut plams are great to grow as a house plant in a conservatory. Great for kids to learn how things grow as like you say they are just a big seed.

[@nelsonchucks9564]

it worked so great thank you man!

[@maryannarman3046]

I love this video. I'm going to try it tomorrow.

[@brandonknox5564]

Great video. I’m starting my coconut today. Is there a part 2 of this video?

[@Svafne]

Sweet thanks for the guide! Saw some att the flower store and thought it would be more fun to plant them from nut(a lot less expensive too!).

[@mamaj6028]

My favorite "why not ?". I have a lot of why not in my landscape 😁 thanks to you sir.

[@jeffreywickens3379]

Great presentation, very simple, direct, and nice personality.

[@princeyawann3378]

I love the content brother thank you I'm actually going to be going overseas and starting a coconut farm ✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾 in Africa

[@illgillbates9561]

Thanks for the video, amazing tips and results! Going to try this one this year

[@youbeetwobee6601]

Thanks for the awesome advice man. I'm going to try this.

[@iprincessirene]

I'm trying this! 🥥 Thank you Lead! Any other seed ideas that ain't so obvious? Let's do this!

[@mamaofalltradesbrown]

Hi Lead is there a follow up video ? I’d love to see the progress of all your coconut trees

[@tamarabrown9364]

I can’t wait to try this. I know some palm trees grow here. I hope the coconut palm can make it in this zone

[@leadfarmer73]

I hope it makes it in my zone too!🤣😂

[@tamarabrown9364]

I’m also in 8a and I’ve been doing research and people and other things say no. However, somebody thought it was a good idea to put palm trees in Chicago at one of the beaches. Now them palm trees surviving. They are raggedy as all get out but they are alive. If a palm can survive Chicago, I think it can make it and bear fruit in 8a. If Anyone can survive hood Chicago, they can make it anywhere

[@melissam5275]

I'm in 8a and my coconut palm has been doing well so far. I was told not to ground plant until the last frost before spring.

[@leadfarmer73]

@@melissam5275 that is good to hear that I’m not alone on my experiment make sure that you keep me updated on the outcome little sis

[@dogslobbergardens6606]

Heck yeah, I'm gonna try to grow a couple palm plants now. Thanks :)

[@EssayonsFG]

Great experiment, Brother Lead. May try it if I ever get my greenhouse put together. Take care and stay safe, Rob

[@leadfarmer73]

I figured it was just something fun to get my mind off of the madness of the world bro😉 it may not live in the long run but I just had to give it a shot. 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@EssayonsFG]

@@leadfarmer73 I have lots of those going too. My dragon fruit are still hanging in there. No fruit yet but they are too low maintenance to give up on. 🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@blendeddreamsllc]

As soon as this snow storm comes and goes I want to try this for our indoor greenhouse. 😀

[@voxintenebris6367]

I did try one before, but failed - I think I lacked a consistent temperature, never before have I wished that I had my old airing cupboard back, but it would have worked. I didn't actually sit the coconut in the water either - just added the water for humidity. I will definitely try again, using your method - it clearly worked, well done! Have you ever come across 'Agri Buzz's' channel from Cambodia? They have a series on bonzai -ing a coconut and it is mad. I ordered one similar from Thailand, but customs seized it and destroyed it (as they seem to do with everything I order). Pretty gutting though. I know in Asia they use rice husk as a compost as not to use coir around a coconut, just to avoid transmitting disease. I hope you do regular updates on these coconuts and their progress, the timeline will be interesting. Thanks Lead, great job!

[@stacyfeatherstone6531]

place the coconut into your car if you live in really hot state. The car will act like a green house.

[@jamestropicals8262]

How did you get a coconut with the husk still on it? Usually coconuts are dehusked before they get imported

[@urbanbackyardfarmer9159]

I bought a coconut today to do just this! Thanks for making the video ❤️👍🏻

[@stevenwatson4302]

Did it work

[@LuisMartinez-sp5vk]

Watched the video and forgot to 👍 it. Came back just to give you props. Great job!!