Plant Swap Haul & Repot w Me!

[@BeccaDeLaPlants]

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[@jordanmosser2968]

My grandma was given a pothos when my uncle was born. 50+ years later that pothos is still alive and is still thriving!

[@cocunuts]

I never did use a plastic bag in a terracotta pot, but ive been using terra cota pot as a cache-pot. ( i just put the nursery pot in it ) 🪴

[@BeccaDeLaPlants]

Great idea! That honestly makes more sense 😂

[@seerseer4746]

came here to say this haha!

[@wandashaw3551]

Hi Becca, I planted a Chinese Maple tree when my son was born and planted a few flowers around it. He's 32 now and still talks about his tree.

[@BeccaDeLaPlants]

Wow wow!!! That is so special ❤️

[@lorrainecourtney4589]

Yes, go with a tree 😁

[@AngelaDiBetta]

A couple weeks before my mom passed away she gave me a plant and said “Here, take this home and keep it alive. I’ve had it since you were little.” I still have it 17 yrs later but yes, it’s a lot of pressure but also neat that I still have it. It’s a palm. It was in a Pyrex dish and looked pretty sad… now it’s a giant tree.

[@morganmyatt1457]

I had a planned c section at 4pm so that morning I went to a pop up plant sale to take my mind off of the nerves. I bought a little Syngonium that I promised would be “her” plant and I would try to keep alive as long as possible. I almost killed it while caring for a newborn but I’ve since brought it back to life and it’s made it 9 months so far.

[@ShannonRose99]

I had a syngonium that I neglected over the winter and it lost every leaf, but I cut it back to just stems and put kieki cloning paste over almost every node and it’s done amazing! They are incredibly resilient if you just don’t give up on them. Good luck on your new baby and your plants. ❤

[@caitlin228]

For a baby plant, maybe take a propagation of a plant you already have & like as "their" plant. Birth month it's a 1 node/leaf water prop & it grows with them. Less pressure on care & you can track their growth together

[@bunzie13]

Love that! My daughter's name was picked by me years and years ago too... I always adored the name Noelle so when we found out she was a girl on Christmas morning, it felt perfect! She actually turns 8 tomorrow (May9) That Calathea is incredible!! I wish they weren't so touchy, I own none!

[@jessicapetrin1655]

Hi Becca, my Mom planted a purple clematis vine around the light post near our driveway the day before I was born and it still grows (or outgrows) the post now. It is so beautiful…. A perennial, so it comes back year after year more beautiful than the last. 😊

[@jessicapetrin1655]

I think if you do plant something, an outdoor perennial (bulbs are great), is a nice choice…. Then, you don’t have to worry about killing it.. and i totally get why you wouldn’t want to get a houseplant at the same time.

[@PetraEmmy]

I planted lilac trees everytime a grandchild was born.. 💙💗💙💙💗

[@malindabarberio5726]

You should switch to chache pots! Especially for your maranta. You won't have to lift heavy pots off the shelf and you don't have to repot when you want to switch out pots. It'll lengthen time between watering too!

[@JJ-ec9lp]

I use terracotta pots as cover pots for thirsty plants like the maranta

[@alisonchandler5333]

Hi Becca! We received an azalea when my first was born. We dug it up and moved it with us when we moved. We lost a bunch of trees during a storm one summer and it looked like one of our trees had fallen on the shrub. I was devastated. BUT! The tree was about two inches from squishing the plant. We are so happy to have our 'Dominic Bush.'

[@lyndseyryan5815]

I know someone that has had a family snake plant - it’s been in the family for 30 plus years and is probably 5/6 ft tall now. With a new baby on the way they decided to start another baby snake plant for when the baby is born. It’s a good plant pick for this because they are so easy! So as it gets handed down it’s pretty sure fire to keep alive 😊

[@GardenWitchStudio]

I can't remember who but someone in one of my groups said her mother took a cutting of her grandmother's pothos when she was born and grew it out and now that she's had her own daughter, she has a cutting of her mother's plant to grow. I like the idea of that. A simple enough plant to care for but one that's shared down generations.

[@rachelwawsczyk7077]

I RESONATE WITH THIS. We had a ficus moclame tree in our wedding ceremony, and they are so dang finicky. It is acclimated now, but when I got it home it lost every single leaf. I felt like it was a sign for our marriage. 🤣 (I also make everything way too deep.) My husband actually laughed as he overheard you talking about this!!! I am so the same. (I will say the tree is nice because it doesn’t get big too fast!!)

[@BeccaDeLaPlants]

Hahaha omg Ficus 😩 so glad I’m not alone in making everything too deep hahah

[@sproutswithjoy]

Most of my plants are in terra cotta because it’s my preference, and I have DEFINITELY put a plastic nursery pot into a terra cotta pot with a plant that would prefer more moisture 😅. It just looked better than the plastic. I basically used the terra cotta pot as a cachepot, particularly because I just didn’t have any other cover pots or ceramic/glazed pots on hand in the right size. It worked well!

[@jeaniejean8200]

Maybe getting a really nice sentimental pot for the birth of your daughter would be nice, and then keeping a plant in it, but if the plant didn't make it, you can just replace it...

[@slan7848]

A friend of mine brought home an orchid along with his baby girl, and they got into a habit of buying a new orchid every year on her birthday 😂

[@heatherbocks]

That’s cute!

[@plantgirl_50bre50]

I have never seen a white fusion so big and full! It’s gorgeous 😍 it was also fun to see the plants after hearing about it on the podcast 😂

[@bluedusk3263]

I have a stapelia that I got as a wedding present. It was a piece of my MIL’s plant that she got as a wedding present. It’s super easy, cactus like but super soft. I love it.

[@bonjovi03021962]

I gave away spider plant babies at my baby shower and ended up with an extra that unintentionally became my son’s baby plant! I had no plans to have a plant grow up with my baby, but they’re both 16 months now and the spider plant is ready to be repotted for the first time! I’m glad his unintentional baby plant is the easiest and most forgiving plant ever so I don’t have to stress about its care lol. I also had my son’s name picked out way before I ever even met his dad and planned for him. Props to all the dad’s that just go along with the first born’s name. They really are the MVPs

[@loes6839]

I have a few wishlist plants atm but I'm going to a giant plant meet next week (Botanica in Germany). So hopefully I can get some stuff there. Also selling a lot currently to make room because I've been really downsizing my collection since I want to focus on my outside garden this spring and summer 😅 -Philodendron el choco red/verrucosum sunset -Philodendron domesticum variegata -Hoya compacta variegata -Hoya polyneura/fishtail variegata -Hoya krohniana 'eskimo'/mathilde splash -Scindapsus satin jade variegated -Ficus elastica shivereana -Anthurium magnificum (x regale)

[@KatieSanvick]

That bouquet comment is exactly how i feel if a plant eventually dies.. I got to enjoy them for at least a little while, just like flowers! haha

[@MeTimePlants]

Loved the video! I think a good idea for your baby birth plant is to pick the plant and then just think of that kind of plant being the celebration and it can always be replaced.

[@sej2630]

I have a friend who was given a pothos when her son was born, she still has it..her son is 16! But to be honest, I think I would feel the same and not want that kind of pressure. I love that you were able to use your hand made pottery, and the mother of thousands look great in it! Thank you for sharing another great video!

[@juliaersan856]

We got a small Norfolk island pine the 1st Christmas our daughter was born and we bring in each year as our Christmas tree and its been growing with our daughter. This might be a bit much, but I also planted my placenta under a meyer lemon in my yard that is "our" tree and it feels special when we use the fruit.

[@evalynsuarez4398]

My brother gifted me a Syngonium albo that he took the cutting of on the same day my baby was born. Unfortunately it went suicidal and went all white and dropped all of its leaves. It was super high car to begin with... The nodes are activating now though and I’m getting some little baby leaves. My number one wishlist plant right now is probably a variegated Hoya heuschkeliana or a Hoya rangsan splash. My non Hoya wishlist plants right now are African Violet “Rose Boquet” and African Violet “Harmony’s Genetic Blush”

[@evrgrltoo]

My parents planted birth trees when my sister and I were born. We moved away from that house, and I'm pretty sure one of the new owners cut one of the trees down, but they were super cool when we were growing up! We used to try to climb each of our trees and, eventually, that's how we did learn to climb them! I don't know what type of trees they were, but we called them flicker trees and other people called their seeds helicopters.

[@growingratitude-paulaf334]

Hi Becca! Cute new panties, thanks for sharing your swap experience and the fun repot!! Fungas gnats... I swear by sprinkling diatomaceous earth on the top soil, it is safe in your home and truly ends those pesky gnats!

[@the_flora_archives]

One of my number one wishlist plants right now is the SP Columbia. Such a gorgeous plant and im obsessed😍

[@andyandbee]

Oh kickass!!! This is hella cool, I love hauls so much and your repotting videos are some of my favourites!!! 💚🪴🌵

[@BeccaDeLaPlants]

Wooo!!! This video was made just for you it seems 😄 hahaha

[@nitaruplinger1124]

Pregnant onion plant or ponytail palm come to mind. Or a tree in your yard. Lilac tree or bush would be cute.

[@berry7640]

The best type to buy as a “daughter’s plant” is a tree. Bonsai or slow growing, easy care etc. Or you can dedicate one specific type of plant so that if it does die, you can just repurchase the same plant and the symbolism remains. My favorite to purchase is the ficus elastica because of its resilience.

[@julianablancomatamoros9458]

Oh my gosh that calathea! 😍😍 I’m excited to see your experience with it. I’ve been eyeing that one for a while now, but I’ve never seen one in person. Keep us posted 🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@KelliesHoya]

you can spray the inside of your terracotta with a clear coat seal.

[@vickiandKi]

That white fusion is AMAZING! It is huge! I have to keep mine in a baggie to not turn into a crispy critter.

[@julianablancomatamoros9458]

And my wishlist plant is the hoya wilbur graves 😍 I’m obsessed!

[@lorrainecourtney4589]

Just put the nursery pot into the terra cotta pot if you like the look , right ? 😉

[@billiestevens6922]

I've used terra Cotta as a cache pot. I do wonder if you could seal the inside with a clear sealer or maybe modpodge? Not sure if it would be plant safe? My current wish list plant is the El Choco red!

[@AngelaDiBetta]

I bought the Stella about a month ago! It’s beautiful! I have complete faith in you keeping it alive. 😊

[@carolinekirk7808]

Ooooo my wishlist plants are a ping, sundew, and philodendron Patricea 😍🌿💚

[@od.vandeveer]

I use plastic nursery pots in terracota . So I get the advantage of the substrate staying moist and the look and weight of the terracota

[@crawfordlesko8046]

A baby cardigan is soooo cute

[@melissaknisley3573]

I’ve put plastic nursery pots in terra cotta, and I’ve also sprayed the inside of the pot with a clay pot sealer when looking for some extra moisture retention while keeping the look the same

[@kriskrischi7571]

I've been following you since I saw your poppy video from Cali! So I've seen all of your tiny apartments, lol. It's definitely been a journey with you! I'm glad you finally have a yard to venture out in and spread your wings. I've loved every minute of following you along in these years and watching you grow. Also, that white fusion makes me want to get another one! I use to have one years ago. It got so big! And then spider mites got it, lol. If I could give you any advice today it's to give it regular baths. And I'd put that Mother of Thousands somewhere where the babies will fall into their own pot and not on the ground, lol. Otherwise you'll have babies EVERYWHERE! Just trust me, lol! Love you!❤

[@BeccaDeLaPlants]

Ahhh this means so much to me!!! You’ve been here basically since the beginning, I believe that video was only 3 months in 😨 thank you for being here all of this time. I love seeing comments from you ❤️ & yes definitely will keep the MoT in a controlled environment because sheesh those babies go everywhere hahaha

[@kriskrischi7571]

@@BeccaDeLaPlants Wow, only 3 months in?! I remember it like it was yesterday, lol. It was such a beautiful video! You were actually the very first planty person on here that I found. Then I just fell down a rabbit hole, haha. I found Nicole the same week! ❤

[@shellydayle]

I like the idea of a plant to grow with baby girl. But I would definitely pick something easy & forgiving. Like a pothos, heartleaf philodendron or Hoya. While I see the benefit of an outdoor plant, I thought you were thinking of moving soon- I would want something to take with me. Plus with the plants above, if something happens to the plant you can always propagate a portion- much less stress!

[@Darenim]

Love these plants! Those mother of thousands are absolutely gigantic. I have them too, but mine might be a different type or something. They are about a centimeter when they come off the mother plant, starting with about four leaves.

[@iambieb]

Burle Marx Flame is also on my wishlist! It's such a cool looking plant

[@laurenervin1404]

I don't know if anyone else in the comments had this idea, but as far as the plastic bag in the terracotta pot, I bet one of those "clear seed starting" flower and tree pots that are a thin plastic would be perfect! They're malleable so it might work pretty good!🤷🏻‍♀️❤️

[@pennymayo2332]

I’ve painted and even clear coated terracotta pots to hold a bit more moisture.

[@judymckerrow6720]

I hope your baby girl shares your love for plants. 🌷💚🙃

[@anitajones7090]

Wait ✋🏽 did I miss a baby announcement video 🫢 Congratulations 🎉

[@iddybiddyladybugleeza909]

For my son I got him his first Christmas tree & planted it! But then we had to move and so now we drive by to see the tree

[@BeccaDeLaPlants]

Aww that’s so cute!!

[@laurenjohnson5880]

My current wishlist plants are a variegated african violet and a philodendron splendid 😊

[@paigemecham1157]

When I found out I was pregnant I went out and bought a plant to celebrate versus like buying a bouquet of flowers. It definitely feels a little like you’re not allowed to die! Lol but at the end of the day if it did it was still worth having it. It makes me think of finding out everytime I water her! 😊 I got a Hoya princess and she’s very cute! Lol

[@Darenim]

You can spray paint the inside of your terracotta pots with a clear coat. I do it all the time because I paint my pots with acrylic paint, and if I would not, the paint would flake off. I recommend doing at least four layers to be sure it's everywhere.

[@BeccaDeLaPlants]

Oooh!! Great idea - thanks!

[@fabiolasalazar4864]

Love this video ☺️ and my wishlist plant is the philodendron tortum 😍😍

[@tooo0f]

I really want a majesty palm! something tropical looking to brighten up my apartment (that I definitely have more room for plants in)

[@sproutswithjoy]

as for wishlist plants, I’m wanting to round out my anthurium & hoya collections this year :) they’re so fun

[@juliettelemnij220]

My friend's parents planted a willow tree when both he and his sister were born which I think is SO cool. His parents just moved out of that home though which was a bummer to leave behind

[@shanellemcgowan3070]

Anthurium crystal red is my wish list plant!

[@sylviagutierrez7676]

Very nice repotting,/pottingI wish to have a monstera Peru some time ,👍 💚🌱🌵☘️💚

[@StuffedAvocado]

The Mother of Thousands becomes invasive when the wind or something brushes off the pups. Keep it indoors - either inside your house or greenhouse. And keep it out of the way from traffic, which can possibly brush off the pups.

[@ayda7430]

Not a houseplant (usually, though some can thrive in a pot too), but depending on your hardiness zone you could try a fruiting tree/bush! Trees are hardy. And if you're lucky, by the time your daughter is around 10, you'll have fruit to enjoy together :)

[@GrownOnWater]

I put nursery pots in terracotta pots like the most unless cover pot. Might be good for your wall

[@kessliempire2259]

My current wishlist plant 🪴 is a syngonium window leaf. Never seen it in person but would buy one asap if I ever did. :)

[@kellylu9783]

that calathea... is the fussiest one of all calatheas. i am looking forward to how it works out for you! they are also spider mite magnets so preventative care is key. Also, you could totally put the plastic pot inside the terracotta pot!

[@andreaugalde8787]

I did a phothos for my son just proped one and then planted when he was born.

[@el3ctroshock]

Why don't you use a nursery pot within the terracotta pot? I do that all the time

[@CocoNichole]

About half of my prayer plants are in terracotta/clay. I find Maranta can handle it just fine if the soil is a tad more dense. Plus it’s very obvious when they are sad.

[@terrizimmerman5297]

My wishlist plants- Whale fin and Golden Flame Snake Plants, cereus spiralis, and a Medusa head euphorbia.

[@crocperson4457]

Omg so happy I opened KZbin 😂😂

[@BeccaDeLaPlants]

Lol me too!!

[@etownem9]

I've put nursery pots inside terra cotta because I wanted the terra cotta look but knew the plant wouldn't be happy about it. I think the plastic liner could work.

[@s0bedu692]

my current wishlist plant is an alocasia azlanii! as far as the baby plant thing goes, someone else mentioned a pothos and i feel like that could be a good one. Simple, Hardy, and could be pruned if needed to stay small. maybe a lemon meringue or other newer pothos so that it feels more special?

[@amyleianne8038]

I feel like doing a bonsai dedicated to your daughter would be perfect. Turing a tree into Bonsai is meant to take a long time with the intention of keeping it small. Some of the most popular trees to do Bonsai with require to be over wintered which I cannot do in Texas but would be great for you!

[@amyleianne8038]

Also it can move with you!

[@LulaMae21]

If you knew you were going to keep your current property, you could plant a tree in honor of her. If you do get a plant, I'd suggest something easy to care for and propagate, like a heartleaf philodendron (maybe the variegated?) or a pothos.

[@etownem9]

I use that same reasoning when buying 'fussy' plants. If it lasts longer than fresh cut flowers it was worth it :)

[@cortneyspencer8389]

I know someone who planted a tree on their child’s first birthday! And now every year they plant a fruit tree on their birthday.

[@luciasvoboda7344]

That calathea white fusion is a spider mite magnet! Mine had mites 3 or 4 times in a year before I got rid of it 😬

[@natjoy22]

I always forget about the Discord chat! I gotta get back over there!

[@morganparrott8876]

Well, scratch the sentimental specific “one plant” for your daughter. How about just buying a plant (just in general a type of plant) specifically that represents your daughter’s birth? Not one that you have to keep the same one alive for like ever. Some ideas could maybe be just like birth month plants? Or plants that relate to or remind you of your daughter’s name? Some type of plant that makes reminds you of her and maybe her personality, but doesn’t require keeping ONE specific plant alive

[@kristiemowry3267]

I have seen that plant and they call it a Stella. I think the leaves are alittle thicker than the fusion which would be good cause my fusion didn't even grow well in a terrarium. It just got whiter and whiter until it was hardly there at all.

[@karinaalvarez898]

I've lined pots with plastic. I like to do hydro setup for my plants and I ran out of my pots so I used a pot with holes and it hasn't disintegrated yet lol

[@theslinkymaniaa]

I just got fungus gnats from some pepper starts that I picked up from a local plant group 😵‍💫 I feel you girl…lol

[@sageashley]

I kind of accidentally wound up with a marriage plant- one of my bridesmaids gave me a tiny little Christmas cactus on my bridal shower and I'm so grateful for it and now it's been 4 years!!! Started as a 3 leaf guy, now is in a solid 6 inch pot so it's not growing overwhelmingly fast... Definitely recommend doing a plant when your kiddo is born, I say keep it simple and do a cactus or something too!!!

[@jeidina]

Omg. The white fusion. Be scared. Very scared 😹😹😹 i've killed so many. Never again. Good luck ! 6:16

[@mk.paper.creations]

You could Just get some kind of pothos or something gir your girl and just always keep a cutting of that. And then when she moves out one day you can give her a cutting as well (: I think it’s hard to kill a pothos and even if it’s half dead, a cutting can be saved most of the time and you can also keep it when moving an so one because you just have to keep one small part of it (:

[@shanoncollier769]

Beautiful calathea. Speaking of names, do you think you'll name your baby after a plant theme like Ivy or Fern? I know it's probably a secret but any hints?

[@GreenHome001]

magical perfect

[@debracancelliere4081]

How about planting a tree outside? My friend did that and even dug it up and took it with them when they moved a year or two later. Not sure what kind of tree.

[@magdalenariosmetcalf3088]

Have you considered or tried self watering for thirsty plants? Plant care definitely fell off for me post-partum. Of course it’s not my job 😆 but…

[@LownieA]

Hello. I've seen many people put plastic bags into their terracotta pots to keep their artwork from getting ruined or to keep moisture in.

[@MultiDragon1313]

Go for a syngonium for the baby plant

[@marsf4883]

Oh man I had a calathea white fusion before, and wow she was sure pretty lol. Damn spider mites ate her alive, but I did have her for a month or two 😅. Hm, wishlist plant is probably the anthurium luxurians, just love the texture.

[@beantreenify]

As far as getting a plant to commemorate your daughters birth, why stop at one plant? You can start a small terrarium at for her as a newborn, and then, as she gets older, you can change to another type plant and so on and so on that way there’s no pressure.

[@rebekaht90]

Get a Hindu rope, the variegated one as a baby plant.

[@lauriebrown9714]

I know a Lilac. Cutest little blonde curly head. I like unique names that aren’t plain weird or those that sound like the parents tried too hard. I also don’t like names that rhyme with things or those with too many syllables. I like the challenge of names. All that said, my girls have one syllable boys names 😂

[@BeccaDeLaPlants]

Love that!! I love “boy” names for girls 😄

[@jolyssaaa]

I just bought a Tokyo sun... succulent? yesterday and when I got home I saw ONE fungus gnat and it was over. Threw out all the soil and put it in water, I'm not taking my chances lol, it's in therapy.

[@judymckerrow6720]

They make a glaze for terra cotta pots. 🌷💚🙃