My Creative Plant Projects | how i keep plants exciting

I try to approach plants creatively and experimentally. I've seen people talk about how they're becoming disinterested in plants, but I think one of the reasons for this might be because people only grow a select few genera or species. Most of the social media houseplant community I see sticks to aroids. I love aroids too, however, it can be refreshing and inspiring to grow different plants or try fun projects with them! For me, it rekindles that initial spark of joy I felt when I first discovered my love of plants. The idea of newness and exploration with projects and new plants is what keeps my passions alive. I hope y'all are having a good day!
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benji
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[ timestamps ]
0:00 - how i keep plants exciting
2:07 - begonia moss terrarium
4:40 - tamandama
6:52 - moss terrariums
8:57 - cyperus aquarium
9:49 - ikea greenhouse
10:40 - worm composter
15:04 - asparagus fern terrarium
15:47 - hanging anthurium basket
16:20 - plants as decor
16:45 - planted aquariums
20:51 - tree project?
22:13 - draping vines
23:24 - mounted plants
24:00 - bedroom lighting
24:45 - balcony bench pond
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[@haileycohen8180]

You're truly an artist with plants if you offered a workshop for terrariums or kokedamas I'd definitely sign up🌱

[@kimberleelindstrom8600]

me too :)

[@sunayanapaul2029]

Same hereee

[@kayleepalacios36]

OMG PLEASEEEEE

[@francinez1087]

Absolutely!!!

[@tessasanders5482]

same but he is in L A

[@sharkdoggg6969]

Benji, your videos help me relax and open my mind and eyes to new plants and ideas. Don't ever stop making videos, I love them so much

[@femkehenzen4983]

I loooove aquariums and you do them so we’ll!! They helped me learn so much about nature and house plants , plus using the aquarium water is so helpful when you have houseplants, propagating, watering them is so easy and makes em thrive !! Honestly anything you are passionate about comes across so well I’m sure everyone would love it 💚

[@benjiplant]

it so easy to propagate houseplant cuttings in aquariums! the water movement and nutrients create the perfect water propagation environment

[@springgal265]

Too many indoor plants bring bad fengshui.

[@marylou8891]

@@benjiplant A video "everything about aquariums" sounds pretty overwhelming to me too. However I do love to experiment with plants in water like keep lucky bamboo in water, buy aquarium plants and arrange them with stones and cute glass fish and such...How about you start small (like: how much natural light would such an aquarium plant need, how much water change to keep it alive at least for some time a.s.o.; how much fertilizer does the lucky bamboo need?, and maybe give some more information on which plants are really good to keep in water indefinitely and what to keep in mind) ? And then you might just get to more ambitious projects step by step -?

[@Speedyhdb]

@@marylou8891 Personally, I'd love a more informative video on Benji's process / take on aquariums! I've done a bunch of research on them and was actually hoping for a video specifically dedicated to aquariums from Benji- there's so much information out there on the more beginner-friendly stuff so it'd be nice to have that deeper insight into how he achieves his setups as well as the creative aspect / designing of them. I definitely agree with you on starting with explaining the simpler stuff first and then delving into the more intricate parts of aquariums in the video though :)

[@XxGlassZebraxX]

I would love to see a video on aquariums!! I really want to get a betta fish and I want to do a whole wild aquatic plant feel with it so the fish feels more at home.

[@Meraxes6]

I would love to see Benji make a video on this too, but definitely check out SerpaDesign, his channel has so many incredible aquarium/terrarium/paludarium builds. He does have one for a betta fish too :)

[@jacsYT]

This video is sooo inspiring! Oddly enough, recently I’ve been exploring new low-cost ways of displaying my plants. This week I made my first macrame plant hanger and I’m loving the processed so I’m going to try a lot of beginner macrame projects now.

[@99xara99]

Same ❤ I thought they were really fun to make and so much easier than I thought.

[@anasana]

You are such a beautiful, sensitive and inspiring young man. The world needs many like you. I love your work. You should sell your creations. Thank you so much for all you give to the world

[@hoon_seungri]

I can't count how many times i have been checking your vlog for new uploads even though I have already turned on my notifications. hahaha. Thanks Benji!

[@filiptestar9090]

Me to!!!

[@jasminflowers9400]

Me too!!!!!!!! 🤣

[@quayswae]

My mother used to really be into aquatic plants when I was growing up. I'd love to know more about how you keep up with your aquariums and how you incorporate your creative ideas into it!

[@zoe7847]

Hi Benji, loved the video! If you need any extra video ideas, I was thinking about a video where you talk about some things that go/have gone wrong in your plant journey or just in every day care taking. For example, some projects that failed or plants that have died and what you have learned from it :)

[@alma650]

Thank you for these videos, they are so calming and they make me appreciate life and nature a little more each time, I can't grow plants right now but it feels like I'm vicariously having them through you. Thank you!

[@BLANKU2]

I have a large collection of blue / white porcelain carpet balls. I tend to collect blue orbs or circles as well. I took inspiration from your moss orb and added a few into different areas where I have my dish / glass collection displayed. I love the contrast of the blue/ white then clear living greens mixed and matched. It combines my love of blue onion and plants. I have a chain of turtles that got huge over winter I might do a feature plant of that as well hanging. Thanks for sharing!

[@fionarose673]

You should be proud! I was looking for gorgeous plant pics recently and more than once people were sharing your plants and terrarium/aquariums! You have a very good KZbin channel and most definitely a green thumb or two :) i enjoy the content you put out.

[@sincerelyceline]

Your first aquarium kind of reminds me of a field of cows🥺 but the best part is instead of cows, they're cute lil shrimpies

[@Toodarnbad]

I love the Peperomia wrapped kokedama, I made one a couple months back with a baby tears plant and has the same floating affect your kokedama has :) these projects look like so much fun

[@lindawales2394]

Your love of nature comes thru in everything you do. I first learned about Kokedamas years ago, you have motivated me to jump right into it. Your terrariums are a work of art. Thank you for sharing all of your knowledge!

[@donnamie3792]

❤❤❤🥺🥺 thank you so much benji for your warmth. always. 🥺 i cant even put into words how much i love seeing you talk about the things you love.

[@markabasolo1962]

been waiting for this the entire week! Thank youuuuu Benji🥰🥰🥰

[@doreenhamilton7943]

Between your plants, pots and different arrangement its like walking through a very classy gallery. Thanks for all your inspiration.

[@yohanesricho9338]

I play this videos when I need to chill out or whenever I wanna slep... Very Calm and Relaxing... I love the way you explained the tutorial...

[@karenb136]

I love your videos! Your place looks so nice. I love the way you have a real tree with plants climbing it naturally. Thanks.

[@the_bear_enthusiast]

Hi Benji! I don't comment often but I wanted to say that you're video are so good and calming. I love how calm your video are, keep going!

[@LisaMarieKaspar]

discovered your channel last week and your love for (house)plants definitely brought back mine, too! thank you for creating these beautiful videos and inspiration for us!

[@BobbyParker784]

You are so right about the diversity of different plants and stuff keeping you entertained and stuff

[@foliagecove355]

I just love how you display all the plants they just look fun and stunning thanks for sharing ur gorgeous collection benji❤🌱🌱

[@redtulippie]

i learned a lot from your content. thank you for sharing it with us. also because of the fresh, reviving, airy and a serene that you give out in the videos, i am kept hooked to watch and learn from you.

[@JD-ur5sg]

Gosh, your videos are so calming and inspiring! 😍

[@connorsmith1636]

I gained my interest In growing plants mainly from my grandfather with gardening and a former farm stand job where we would plant, harvest, and sell produce which really inspired me to start my own garden. From there I began collecting indoor plants which then turned into growing outdoor plants in a grow tent (ie beans, peppers, herbs, etc). I have tried to just explore my interest and have fun like you said so I completely agree with your point. I always like to tell people with fishing who ask me about it, and I tell them to just make it what you want and have fun and that’s the best way to learn. Great video even though I’m a month late, I just recently found your channel!

[@Fanciplants]

The tree with all those plants on it is sooo beautiful. Absolutely incredible projects.

[@amybillotte8440]

I love seeing something different! You are a whole vibe, so calm & soothing. Can't wait to see more!

[@mckaylag4917]

I think I could speak for many when I say I’d truly watch anything you post cause you’re so passionate….and all your videos are so calming and soothing 😌💕

[@naegwut]

Your voice is calming. Thanks for sharing your plant projects.

[@Lynnessanovember]

I love that you found a way to reuse the leaves, I thought I was weird for being sad everytime I had to throw a leaf out. I love this idea!

[@ludmilamilacan9001]

Thank you so much for the inspiration I’ve got from this video. Now kokedama is my new hobby, already made 4 and want more!!!!! Love all your videos! Keep going please

[@chloelai284]

FINALLY I HAVE BEEN WAITING OMG I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS SO MUCH

[@kitchenworker446]

I am loving watching all your videos...I am a new subscriber and am binge watching all your stuff! Im based in the UK and envy your good weather. Your plant care, ideas and info are great. I could listen to your very gentle soothing voice all night...what a lovely person you seem to be.

[@CeCee-no8bg]

Aquariums rock! Anything you would like to share about them. I am curious about growing aquatic plants out of water. Side note: your creativity is inspiring.😊

[@Appelflapxx]

Thank you for making such inspirational content! I made the hanging kokedama in a glass thing a while back with a jewel orchid and even non-plant-people find it interesting to look at!

[@dachshundsandplants]

I love the way you create art with your plants !

[@futureimperfect2826]

Benji you are so inspiring. My plant project this spring is a cold hardy jungle garden. Your patio garden is my inspiration.

[@danielajohns6752]

I been trying to not be interested in plants. They take so much of my time and sometimes money… but I CAN’T 😳… plants are so addictive. Thank you for your inspiration and your content ❤

[@schrodingerscat8242]

Yes, most definitely an in-depth video on Aquascaping! Great content by the way x

[@FIZZGIG-RARF]

These are absolutely stunning creations! What a wonderful talent you have already! Can't wait to see what you create in the future! Also love your cute little voices you make for your plants and kitty!❤😂

[@StudyOwll]

I have never been so entertained! Your apartment is a literal playground for ppl obsessed with plants😍

[@poornimarai6130]

Love your reaction to the worms.. great job.. you are inspiring me to have indoor plants.. I have a large worm bin at home and another in my allotment.. uk..❤

[@y15k1]

Benjiさんの動画を見ると心が落ち着きます。 素晴らしい植物と愛をありがとう✨

[@raulrpgz]

WOW! I’m so inspired by all of your creative plant projects. Thank you for sharing!

[@sasa1203]

I love your vibe! Thanks for your videos! I like in the UK so the conditions are different to where you are though I love my lil houseplant collection. You have inspired me to curate how I present my plants more meaningfully and really think about where they are placed. I'd like to put a plant shelf in my office I think...

[@gogo.yubari6589]

a video on aquariums sounds super cool! all your plant videos make me feel super inspired to up my kind of sad plant game..

[@yarkoyanna2616]

Very calming and relaxing! Thank you for your videos and background music in them

[@moniquelachapelle2483]

Absolutely breathtaking!!

[@alena.nquyen8276]

i love your videos benji!

[@madalynbaker33]

your channel is my favorite thing in the world 😭😇 brings me so much peace

[@michelleblake2666]

This is 🔥!! So so fascinating and inspiring!!!!this is a whole nother level!! The plants on the wall are so intriguing I have to do this

[@marybrock3221]

You are SO interesting, I’m so impressed! I get passionate like you do, but you are so successful with plants. I’ve tried aquatic plants in water, now I’ll try it again. You are such a fascinating individual. Keep it up!

[@Mia-rf1pu]

I'm early!!! Perfect way to end the day and relax ❤️

[@bugbizzy]

I would absolutely love to see an aquarium tutorial video from you, got into the terrariums first and really want to expand into something larger, water based seems so fascinating!

[@FlowceanSoul]

Your aquascapes are GORGEOUS!

[@maguritegeist6231]

Your format is informative interesting and quite laid back and that allows me to Keep Up Love your closeups on your plants and aquariums softly spoken instead of tech being shoved or shouted to/at me….. Yup you betcha I subscribed!!!

[@SrRuss]

Hi Benji! I just wanna say I got into plants because of you (I work at a flower shop currently and we carry some plants) I have never really been interested in them until I saw your videos now my room is too full HAH Love the content!

[@Jennifer-nz2ss]

OK I LOVE THE CHIHUAHUA!!! So cute. 😍 💓 the mosses are so lush and unique. Wonderful

[@countrygirl4422]

All of your project's are super cool and very interesting. Aquarium's are so relaxing I really like at night when all the lights are out and the aquarium light is on so relaxing. I love your little Chihuahua he's so tiny. ♥️

[@premyo4u]

Working with plants, trees they practice sincerely they will attain enlightenment. Thanks for sharing your passion.

[@kkmeilicke]

Theo! You're the real star 😍 OK, now I can comment. I'm so happy you addressed how to keep your hobby fresh and interesting, because getting bored definitely happens. I'm in a slump right now with my fish keeping, and since I'm much newer to plants, I want to spend all my time on them. I need to think about what I want to try and how I can get creative with my aquariums.

[@MonchitoPutito]

yes to aquarium video, and thank you for sharing your projects, very cool and gonna try a few

[@rhaelaettner9641]

im so glad you did include your aquarium because i was searchong specifically for this update

[@makmania]

Yes please do the aquarium video! They are so interesting and I would love to learn about them from you! Absolutely love your videos btw 🥰

[@pattithompson1395]

Wow, Benji! Amazing what you are creating!

[@Zazu_625]

Thank you for the inspiration and calmness 🙏🙏

[@taylortang2365]

I love aquariums, it would be great to see more information on how you create yours. The look of the aquatic plants climbing out of the tank on the branches looks amazing.

[@Fruiterias]

Yesss i love aquariums! Ive been wanting to drip my toes into that direction and get into rice fish ponds, its kinda cool how it looks like a mini earth 🌍

[@lenkahrachova5233]

Yes yes yes!!! I want more vids about aquariums 🙏🏻 I love all the green stuff you work with and seriously hearing from you some of the knowledge would be a big pleasure 🌱 anyway I love the peaceful mood your video gives + your calm silent voice - perfect match (including Theo) 🌱

[@path_of_sol]

This video is sooooo cool and inspiring!! Especially your worm project!❤️

[@lucievid1710]

Hi Benji ! I would love love love an aquarium guide video !! I have been pushing back starting my low tech aquarium for months now, I could use some inspiration from your awesome work ! Lots of love from France to you, Chris and Theo

[@jennypotts2008]

Your greenhouse cabinet is everything ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰

[@cooperfox7680]

Definite yes to the aquarium vid!!! Thx

[@Zvaigzjura]

You are amazing!!! This video is the best plant video I have seen in a looooong time!! Please, make a video of your aquariums and how you make it. I wanna hear EVERYTHING you have to share!! You are so smart and creative ! Absolutely adore your brain! :D

[@dunnomynameyet5315]

i'm so very in love with your channel. it's extremely inspiring and also - don't really know how to put this - soothing like in a soul-nuturing kinda way :)

[@wickidstudios7194]

Been DYING to see more in depth aquarium/aqua scape videos from you plsss. Everything you make is so beautiful I need it all lol

[@franceswilson4605]

Yes I would love to see an aquarium video by you. Love your creativity.

[@classicsimplicity2177]

Oooh! WOW! You really a real artist of plants....

[@TravelsMints]

Love how you design the plant, it’s very artistic and enjoyable to watch x

[@maishafoyez5328]

i love the aquariums and would love to know more!! your videos are so creative and always provide new ideas on what to do with my plants next :)

[@rosyyumnam5458]

Just discovered your channel, most of your plants are like a work of art, simply amazing

[@lorraineyanez4301]

I love your stay it's so natural 💕

[@L.E.VlogChannel]

OMG my Friend amazing plants that u have in ur house.. those plants so mesmerizing and i love it to have also same like that thanks to ur content that u've share us even here at yt world.. watching from Philippines

[@susaneastman4867]

Love love your mind with plants. Thanks again for sharing. Oh, I also giggle about your work chopsticks, lol. Great job to the both of you.

[@sarag704]

I completely am in love with your house!

[@daniguerra1682]

I would looooove the aquarium video. And a balcony tour! It's all so amazing. How things look grown in makes it feel so homey. As if you'd lived there for years and years.

[@TommiLaFlare]

Your videos are almost meditative. I love your channel

[@juliab.8779]

YES to the aquarium video you want to make :) I think its super interesting, I´d like to try that too.

[@stephaniehubble3717]

Your bedroom aquarium build is what first made me curious about aquarium plants and I'd love to learn more in another video!

[@tevin9227]

THIS WAS BADASS 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 You are talented🙌🏽

[@maripresta1351]

Great video! I really enjoyed it and all your ideas! Subscribed and looking forward to more, even an aquarium one! ❤

[@user-hd8ei1xp5w]

Worms are beautiful animals! Love this box)

[@lisapeas]

Oh definitely I would definitely go for a video on your Aquarium knowledge, I've JUST entered the stage of my life where I can consider getting into aquariums 😄

[@user-he9mv4jn9m]

You are genius of what you do. Truly amazing and well creative!

[@lindabui1]

Yes would love to see some aquarium videos!

[@giann1978]

Gosh you are so creative! I love your videos but I would love to see more about your aquariums and terrarium set ups for beginners!

[@tarynabsalon5783]

So inspiring ✨️. Thank you for sharing.

[@laetitiaphilie839]

I'd love a video on aquariums!! I recently started a planted tank, and your videos extremely calming and informative :)