Plant Diaries | wholesome plant swap, apartment updates, plant care

[@apple.cheeks]

Such a wholesome vlog! I love your apartment too :')

[@DHuynh001]

This vlog is so sweet I love how wholesome your life is!

[@kele3742]

Yay Dustin!

[@shawn-oldaccountl6748]

Where do you get your sphagnum moss? I would love some but it is usually really bad for the environment because it is harvested from the wild.

[@benjiplant]

I only use besgrow new zealand spagmoss. They're pretty transparent with their harvesting practices such as harvesting on rotation and using helicopters to avoid plowing over the marshes. But recently i've actually been growing my own sphagnum moss, hopefully i'll have enough growing to where i'll never need to buy sphagnum again

[@marius6699]

You two have such a beautiful home :-) you should name the mantis Oskar

[@kahyeanwong9639]

Hi I love the tree inside your apartment. May I know the name of it ?

[@elodogelodie4541]

Salut j'adore tes vidéos tu vie a 1000 a l'heure gros bisous à vous deux enfin vous trois 🐾💚💋

[@sunithaprabha2870]

I want plants..

[@annawhitley176]

you should name the mantis “viridian”!! it’s a pretty kind of green :)

[@benjiplant]

aw that’s so cute, idk if u played pokémon but there’s a city called Viridian City in an old pokémon game! my mantis is pokémon like so i really like the name

[@stantalentstanskz3662]

11:59 preach chris. if your man doesn’t treat u like how benji does idk anymore lol i love u guys so much. i love this type of wholesome vlogs

[@joseortuzar4971]

This what gen z aspirational content looks like love it and the artistry that is put into every space and items

[@grahammitchell9328]

This makes me want to go to a plant swap. What a great community. I love your aesthetic and the plants in your apartment. Your videos are definitely my go to feel good space.

[@awooshio]

awww I loved how wholesome and 'real' the vlog felt (stressing out over the plant swap, getting ~aesthetic~ grow lights, not having a picture perfect bed 24/7, etc)! and the apartment looks so much more cute now with more plants and decor!! also, I think some cool names for the mantis would be *fuzz, pickle, snyder, jade, mint, or emerald* ✨

[@benjiplant]

aw thank you, i'm glad you liked it! tbh i've never been one to make my bed haha. i'm in and out of it throughout the day so there i've never found much of a need too. Plus I think messy beds feel more cozy and inviting. also, super cute names!

[@sedumzz3289]

Such beautiful plants 🌱 The patio plants look so healthy Please be careful with the ficus vine outside , once it grows it sometimes clings to the wall

[@14.ghoullz]

I want that I think gardens and homes are so much more beautiful when plants grow like crazy

[@qingyanghu5549]

love the vlog length. please post more longer vlogs!!

[@benjiplant]

thank u! for some reason i always feel like my videos need to be under 10 minutes, but as a viewer i often prefer longer videos. so i’ve been trying to not cut down my videos as much

[@thanksxu]

thanks for having us over!! what a sweet time c:

[@garcias2039]

Maybe name the mantis, "Pear"? She looks golden greenish, and sweet.

[@AK-gy7sz]

You could name them Orchid like in Animal Crossing! Also, I was wondering, since you mentioned Chris was also an environment (?) major, does he also keep plants or are they all yours? (Also I keep editing lol cause I don't know what to say but- I genuinely stayed for the whole video it was very wholesome and entertaining :)

[@hoatzin5787]

I woke up 1 minute before, I'll go to school in 15 minutes BUT I want to see Benji 's video

[@ImAlwaysSirius]

The mantis should be named mimic! He/She perfectly blend into the background and match the leaves super well!

[@benjiplant]

ohhh that’s so cute. sometimes i think they escape but they’re right in front of me lol

[@edytuj]

Im so jealous of people who live in the US or somewhere else who can grow their house plants outside, i live in Poland and its so boring in my opinion….i once saw a girl and she said that she have pothos hanging from the tree in her backyard… i would like to see my house plants in wild it have to be so amazing1?1?1?1? Omg i want to live there👽👽 *psllsks sorry for my mistakes but as you can see english is not my first language and i dont really know if it makes sense but i tought about that today and i felt like i have to say it somewhere🤟joł*

[@zoe7847]

Totally get what you mean! I live in the Netherlands so my climate is also far from tropical hahah. I've only started recently with keeping plants so right now I'm just figuring out what does work in my climate :)

[@hoatzin5787]

Yeah ! I'm belgian, so I have the same problem :)

[@vlong7112]

You are the sweetest thing, saving that praying mantis! I think some good names could be Phoenix or Tripod 🤣

[@Levi2303]

This vlog makes me happy, everything looks so lovely! And I like 'prayer' as name for your new pet :)

[@calypsyph5205]

I went to a beautiful indoor garden last weekend! It was so much fun to recognize some of the plants you've mentioned in your videos and to learn about new ones! The plant trade looks so relaxing, I'm glad everyone had a good time :)

[@lennykohen]

early :)

[@filipesemiao8644]

sameee

[@HelierCube]

It’s great to see you socializing more, I know you can find it hard, like me, but pushing yourself, can definitely show the benefits after, through the joy & happiness being around others can bring :)

[@celsnacho]

I can't believe my plant and art inspo youtubers merged :') yall been giving me healing with your content💖

[@kazourple]

i really aspire to become like you, i'm only young but thanks to you my love of plants has came back to me. you're videos are so helpful and all my current plants now are doing amazing !

[@veronicamingle6844]

I literally happy cried for you that was so cute this video made me day. About to call my boyfriend and tell him about how cute it was lmao. We need people like you running this country :,)

[@marsf4883]

Oh man mantis’s are super cool. I think it’s a male, because it’s green. I had a mantis visitor for awhile and named her Mandy. Sadly, she flew away after a week or so, but I pet her and she was super sweet! Plant swaps are super fun, you should def do more in the future. For sure a great way to meet planty friends!

[@plantliyo]

Ur vlogs give me serotonin every. single. time. THESE ARE SO COOLLLL

[@sudeshanasingh2090]

Alot of love from india Benji plz plz upload more videos 😊😊

[@dianeangelica9384]

This was adorable all throughout. I always feel relaxed and happy after watching your videos. 😊

[@jonah9916]

ur so lucky you can do these things lol, i live in MN where it’s like 10 degrees out right now

[@Girl95szia]

You are such a lovable soul! Wish you the best in life!

[@sasa_ibba]

I've watched this video at least 15 times already. So calming, such a good vibe... I love you Benji, I would really love to have a friend like you. 🌱💚

[@yellopika1704]

Your mantis mansion is such goals!! Mantis are amazing creatures :D I'd love to participate at the next plant swap if there ever is another~

[@filiptestar9090]

Wish i could be at the swap but i live in scandinavia 🥲

[@clintbarnett9684]

Why did I tear up when he feed the mantis the mosquito…. Lol…. So wholesome

[@minhja4924]

That was so nice! Your place’s looking great. Everything are coming together. It is very zen 🥰🥰🥰

[@samanthabecerra8488]

Thank you for the wonderful post as always, I agree it’s the little things that can make a difference😂. I really liked the whole display of your apartment and I look forward to more video ☺️💚

[@nobodyplaylists]

your vlogs are so calm, nice and wholesome, i love them and they give me peace (also more addiction to everything about plants haha)

[@hoichoo6075]

love your video benji! would you please make some videos about pests? like spidermites.plz!!

[@benjiplant]

For spider mites I use Azamax! It's the only thing thats ever worked for me. Also make sure you get a pressurized spray bottle to make your life sooo much easier

[@kameskidney9538]

Very interesting vlog, I like that it was longer, almost forgot that you're a plant KZbinr because I was ready to go with you to your family's house 😅

[@marthamiriam8983]

You are a GREAT host! I gotta get myself a phone holder from ikea. This vlog was GOOD- I enjoyed it.

[@freeman4755]

Arcane was sooo good!! I didn't know BOTH of you liked League as well, I love you guys even more now!!!! I remember commenting on Chris playing in another video LOL, I saw him playing ARAM in this one, wayyy better than Summoners Rift and its not even close!! 😂

[@benjiplant]

haha yes, chris mains support, mostly seraphine, nami, yuumi, and rell. I play mid and pretty much only play anivia lol.

[@luanank]

vou usar a casa dele de inspiração para minha futura casa... é tao fofa e aconchegante 😭

[@nonuelojana7627]

I love your vídeo. Very clean your apartment, your plants is so beautiful!!!!🌱🌱🌿🌿💚💚💚💚🪴🪴🪴🪴🪴

[@classicsimplicity2177]

I think you should name your mantis, VIRDY.....means very, very green. But I like your book. Thank you.

[@evasgarden1456]

IVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS😽😩

[@Enzo-cs9vc]

YAAAAS CHRIS STANS AESPA OMGGG and your videos are so incredible like they are my warm cute and relaxing time

[@jaquelineaparecidadasilva8094]

🙏🙏🙏por favor legendas em português 🇧🇷❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@joseortuzar4971]

Love the rice fish

[@adele._.001]

Hiiiiiii I have been obsessed with your videos and I think you should do more aquarium videos because they are so relaxing and fun! Also I love you apartment and all the plants you have! I would have loved to come to you plant swap but I couldn’t because I don’t like near by. :( I hope you are doing well and all you plants and family stay healthy! Have a good rest of your day!

[@Apollenia]

Discovered your channel today and .... oh my. I was on such a low point with my plants but your calm videos gave me so much peace and motivation to keep on going.

[@ottyvideos]

chris having loona's gowon picture on his deck, its +100 points hahaha i love the vibe of ur videos! thanks for sharing!

[@MsSruty]

So inspiring 💖💖 I love the mantis and his palace cabinet ., and thanks for the stag-fern idea in the room . Will hang it inside my lounge room too 💙😇

[@mojito1462]

loveee your videos

[@Ddalgiichigo]

You are so sweet and wholesome with your snacks and your posters giving away plants and saving a mantis 🥺 this is so wholesome 🥺

[@necromancer-x]

I'd go to a plant swap but as a beginner plant-keeper, and as a person living in a contrary climate for tropical plants (upper midwest), I don't really have anything I can offer in a swap :( I would love to go to one, though, because I bet I could find some unique plants and save money. *sigh*

[@giewelle2042]

chris likes loona and aespa?! :o

[@benjiplant]

he's a big orbit and MY haha. I preordered him the aespa holiday calendar for christmas

[@giewelle2042]

@@benjiplant yaaas we love a man with good taste!! had to squint really hard for those loona pics tho haha

[@erikshine2728]

You and chris should make a podcast, i'd listen to that. I have a feeling a lot of people would.

[@benjiplant]

i've always wanted to make one, i love listening to podcasts so it's something i'll consider. not sure what i'd talk about though

[@erikshine2728]

@@benjiplant if u look at my channel. I have a podcast where i literally talk about anything and everything

[@leoismyrealname]

I’m so in love with your videos omggg and for the name idea maybe Lucie it’s a French name and I think it’s cute

[@RockyLuvsJonghyun]

I would name the mantis “Monty python” or “Gladys”. Idk all my plants and pet have outdated names 😂💀I think it’s funny.

[@paytonstanley268]

I absolutely love hello world, I heard the beginning and said ooooo that's that good shit right there

[@heliav7576]

Idk why but you get more handsome evey video🙃 a plant swap is such an amzing idea btw lol any person from the Netherlands down to trade?

[@americareynoso7542]

loveeeee your videos! i wantto ask, where did u buy your nightstand lamp!!! ?

[@wissamatrouny3214]

As evryone said, your vlogs are therapeutic. I'll call the mantis "verde"(green in Italian)

[@marellek.5313]

Neeeeed to know where your couch is from!

[@benjiplant]

i got it on facebook marketplace in Santa Cruz, CA from a Korean couple who got it from a French couple that imported it from Japan. So unfortunately i have no idea where it’s from 😭 it’s been around the world lol

[@lukyaboo]

you're so sweet!! and your videos are so relaxing

[@michellebarrett8285]

Ahhhh love this vibe. The hanging accessories for your grow lights are all sooo good. Would love to see a video on your set up and where you got everything!

[@liasummers6270]

Wow! I am willing to spend on one of that Pink princess😍😍😍 couldn't fine here in NW Fl.😑

[@heynikkiyohsofine]

Gonna recommend Scither but I think Viridian (from the comment section) is perfect (≧▽≦)

[@hidamitaka007]

I would go see u if i’m around too. Ur plants look healthy!

[@jackthemlits]

is he playing Arena of Valor at 11:59? I'm pretty certain that I saw Malock and Butterfly in there. As well as Valhein

[@annawhitley176]

ur videos are literally therapy

[@Plant_Shorts300]

I have a big interest in plants and I want to do this thing called the Plant Army Group. Would you be happy to join?

[@oliviasnook8565]

found your videos bc i love houseplants, can't believe you are friends with Dustin! that was a cool surprise

[@e_velog]

Mandee the Mantis 😌

[@JcL979]

Your channel is so wholesome. I love your spirit🌱

[@Yuki9335]

wish we have benji in the UK :/ looks way to fun and cute (ofc esp. chris and benji)

[@alexisshatrau3700]

where is your grow light for your aquarium from? I love how it looks! I have aterrarium I amlooking to light up .

[@nezuko-chan4138]

Ok, question how everrr did you catch the mosquito😭😭😭

[@charmainerichards6801]

Hi 👋 I wish I lived there so I can get some plants 🪴 nyc👒🧤💚🇹🇹

[@approachableplantsbyjessie495]

the bird feeder!?!?!? i need for my cats asap they would freak

[@aureliah6977]

MANTIS NAME: you could name the mantis “mindy”

[@skii6190]

hey benji! bird owner here, just wanted to let you know that seeds arent the best for birds, theyre kinda fatty. i dont know what my point is here lmao just wanted to let you know :)

[@ursonate]

of course the praying mantis should be named Zorak.

[@okayokay6922]

Can you do a plant shopping vlog 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 pleaseeeeee ❤

[@MrTunebeast]

I like the video, your lifestyle and this lightness underlined with this simple music

[@briannamann9503]

Where did you get the supplies and mounts for your corner plant shelves? would love this look to put some over my desk!

[@airodarkwind8719]

I have that cactus @ 4:42 but I still don't know what it's called even though it already have a baby.

[@mansieono]

Are you afraid of the birds flying into the window with that bird feeder? I'd like one but would be weary of that

[@mautillmon]

Cool! Make a video telling us about the name of your mantis, what it eats and if you plan to have another one.

[@CindyOu]

plant swap. what a good idea. We don't have plant swap here in Taipei. I think we should have plant swap in the future.

[@strawberryplant]

I have a question when you put rocks under the pot how much humidity is there like how much humidity can it get to

[@bashalola5020]

Omgg✨💚💚💚💚💚

[@DeezeeBreezee]

Ohhh girl peep Chris playing league of legends! Love that game

[@zoedavis8496]

can you make a small video of where you get your pots from? i love them:)

[@JamCanGurl]

Loving the vlogs Benji. And you are right that mantis is very cute. I hope they are on the mend.

[@benjiplant]

its doing well! way more active and eating readily