How To Make an (Aesthetic) Moss Pole!

[@cristinavelazquez6285]

For those looking for the netting, Lowes has the same netting for cheaper than the amazon one! Hope this helps!

[@ceecee8757]

Right?! Amazon is NOT the end all, be all.

[@AWatts]

@@ceecee8757 She literally says you can get it at home depot. Amazon links redirect to an affiliate link so she can at least make a little money off of her videos when you use her links. I got mine at Menards for $10.

[@kcototheyoyoyo]

It’s even cheaper if you live in MD

[@MisOmi005]

What aisle can I find the netting?

[@AWatts]

@@MisOmi005 it's out with the fencing.

[@purplepoppy9612]

Will be ordering myself one of the planting mats, as I always get in a mess. LOL

[@blacknargacuga]

How to roll a big moos joint :D Thanks for the tutorial though!

[@emptynestgardens9057]

I think I may have found a hobby for the winter after discovering your channel. I've always been an outdoor gardener but you have inspired me. These totems are gorgeous! Loving that basket too.

[@PlanteriorDecorator]

My occupation is in the field of landscape architecture and I wholeheartedly recommend adding interior plants to the mix 😁🌿❤

[@emptynestgardens9057]

@@PlanteriorDecorator oh that's fantastic!!

[@bigbonk3841]

If you can find packing cling film rolls that are an inch or two wide, that has been the best. Could use the velcro, if it's a larger and heavier plant, for inital support. Then use the film around aerial root nodes to secure plant further, increase humidity for faster growth, and encourage roots to grow into pole.

[@denisemarie5661]

Your ability to relay your knowledge is amazing. You're teaching me to care for the plants I love thank you. 😘

[@PrecociousSloth]

I *love* that this method allows you to easily extend the top as well, as the plants grow - my biggest hesitation with adding any sort of “climbing-media” to my pots was how am I going to keep up w the growth 🥴

[@YellowPineappleHoyas]

Thanks for your tutorial! I made my first moss pole yesterday and although it's not perfect, i would consider it a success.

[@kimipbnikhuma8000]

Watching this as I make my own moss pole. Thank you for all the useful and helpful tips and tricks.

[@neonic1489]

Using wire to keep the moss together is actually a good idea. Why didn't I think of that! I still have a lot of that material leftover from other projects..

[@nobodynobody993]

Can you show next video how to extend the pole? This is great video!

[@PlanteriorDecorator]

Great idea! I certainly can :) my melano needs an extension so great timing! Haha

[@SinaPhoenix1994]

I may one day come back and watch these videos again and actually do something instead of just enjoying watching your plants :))

[@PlanteriorDecorator]

Thanks for your awesome ideas too! I've had a few compliments about the timestamps 😁👍🏻

[@SinaPhoenix1994]

@@PlanteriorDecorator My Pleasure😊 Thank you for sharing your awesome plants😊

[@sharondvorak6914]

Thank you so much for this video. I love how you took us through the whole process of making the pole, and potting the plant with it. No fear now, I can do it!!

[@noodles457]

Might cover the downpipe in my greenhouse with a moss pole

[@terrimilloy5187]

WOW ! Thanks, this looks like I could do it and the tip on watering it has convinced me it is doable.

[@melodyc5284]

Oh my gosh! I think I attended one of your virtual plant nights and cross stitch nights last semester (if I got the right person, this would be embarrassing if I'm thinking of a totally different person :P), but you are so good at teaching. I love how detailed you are at giving tips and helping us achieve more successful outcomes :)

[@YolandaEnochTalks]

I'm so happy I discovered your page! I am repotting my plants and wanted cuter-looking moss pole than the Coco coir poles I bought from my local plant shop. These looks so much better and seem easier to keep moist. It took me a few poles to master the zip tie process, but they look great. Can't wait to see how they help my plants grow. Here's to growing some huge a*s leaves! 😍

[@TheJungleHaven]

I find making moss poles soooo therapeutic 💚🌿

[@lanicanabano6778]

Made mine. Thanks very much for this tutorial. I have referred some of my friends to your you tube moss pole tutorial as well as my fellow members in my plant group in NH, USA. I like watching your videos.

[@mwoods4608]

That plant is like perfect for being on that pole. most of mine that need a pole are wild

[@myrellard7274]

Thanks for sharing your techniques!! I love how they turn out so nice looking!! Any way you can show us how you set up your propagations in the green houses. For very beginners, as what cuttings to make ect.

[@Reepicheepish]

I'd love this as well!

[@nancyhoang]

Thanks so much for the tutorial and for the USA Amazon links! Super helpful, and also getting that planting mat bc I make such a mess too!

[@Lily-kj7wg]

You always provide such useful tips and information! I have two ikea greenhouse cabinets because of watching your videos! Thank you for making my process so much easier♥️

[@MsTarpon01]

What is your soil mix please thank you

[@LifeOfJt1]

Very nice. Simple and cost efficient. I’ll be doing this tomorrow

[@smart099gh]

Thank you for sharing your techniques. These totems are extremely functional along with being aesthetically. One question I do have is how to we extent these totems? Just make another and use zipties up top?

[@loveing49]

Thank you very informative,I would have to cover the top until the plant gets up there,because I have wild birds that love to use the moss for their nests.

[@cindywannamaker5299]

Thank you for putting US links in too!

[@dottykiebler3128]

Thank you. This was very, very, helpful. Now I can do it myself!!

[@ayrussky1673]

informative, organized, straight to the point with links included. TYSM!!! *subscribes*

[@Deann7372]

This is beautiful and neat, I would like to do this on my golden pothos plant!

[@tonyabrown39]

This was great help for me! Thanks!

[@esthersue777]

Great minds think alike? I did the same this summer only I had some black plastic fence. Put the fence down and then I used pvc pipe for the inside. It comes in 8 ft lengths and cut it down to 5 ft. Then wrapped it with moss and fence. The pcv is really sturdy and will not rot plus you can make some really tall ones. If you want to add on just melt the ends of pvc with a heat gun to add more height.

[@amygeisinger1972]

A much easier way than the ones I have been making! Thanks for the video

[@Melisawith1Schannel]

This was super helpful! I want to make a couple for some of my plants that need the extra support 🌿💚 happily subscribing 💃 excited to meet another plant mom 😆

[@michaelbass2185]

So, so helpful! Thank you for the detailed instructions. I, also, like things to be aesthetic visually and have always hated the look of most moss poles with green plant tape. Love the tip re: bobby pins! Will definitely give this a try. Btw, I am a new subscriber and really enjoy your channel's content. Take care.

[@PlanteriorDecorator]

Thank you!! It's easy and really looks great! 😍

[@ratboy669]

twist ties from the grocery store work well to close up the wiring instead of zip ties (i just put a handful in my pocket when i buy bulk)

[@melwee8511]

Sphagnum moss sushi roll, anyone? Thx for this great idea. Some of my plants are getting an aerial upgrade soon :)

[@gracekim5987]

I really appreciate the tutorial. I made my first moss pole this week, but I think I made it a bit too big in diameter (I think it was 15 squares in diameter). About how wide a piece of fencing do you use?

[@timb3396]

Awesomeness! I think I can do this🤓. Great tutorial

[@jungleflowerscanada5384]

That is genius, I made extendable coco coir poles which are good but this looks easier and more practical. I'm going to make some now for my plants. 😊

[@baguettewoman1413]

black zip ties! If you use the same size but black it will blend in better with the black outer casing

[@zeppypaige]

So I recently found your channel and I don’t *think* I’ve commented before but I want you to know I can’t say just how much I appreciate your videos! They’re so so well done and the time you take to include all of the links in your descriptions. Not just for your Canada viewers but viewers from other places too. From me here in the US.... THANK YOU!!!!! Totally subbed and binging 😉

[@PlanteriorDecorator]

Well thank you so much for the sweet comment, I really appreciate it!!! 🥰🥰🥰 Glad I could be helpful!! 😁🌿❤

[@zeppypaige]

@@PlanteriorDecorator you’re so welcome. You truly are. I just don’t want your effort to go unnoticed. I can’t imagine the time it takes to put all of this together so brilliantly 💚

[@weepeng]

Thanks for this. 😊

[@JustASliceOfSweetPotatoPie]

Love the look of your moss pole and I have added the products you reccomend to my Amazon Wish List. However, will this work with plants in Leca in water? If so, will your moss pole cause mold or bugs? Would there be any way that your pole could be elevated so that it wouldn't have to sit in my semi hydroponics mixture?

[@aelizabeth1208]

Great video!! What size is your netting? The link you have says 2’x15’… is yours that size?! Thanks for your help 😊

[@dancingpinata9488]

Luv it and appreciate your tutorial . Just what I needed. Thank you so much!

[@arcvillasanta]

This looks great! 😊 However I have 2 concerns: 1. Do you have any problems with algae? 2. What do you do when the moss degrades? Thank youu! 😊

[@moe4357]

Creator can you answer your comments please

[@oconnoka]

I followed this to make my moss pole. I love it! Thank you!! Looking forward to watching more of your videos. Question on supplies... Where did you get the planting mat and the bottle you used to water?

[@terriking4889]

Great video. I will definitely be using this method when I make moss poles!

[@jessi330]

I imagine the bigger, heavier plants need a sturdy pole inside the sphagum?

[@elizabethau9372]

This was so helpful, you are so knowledgeable! Thank you for this informative video ❤️

[@jeanneleanne8822]

I can't stop looking at your eyes. They are absolutely beautiful!

[@LosingDrea]

Hi just found you through this video, thank you, this is awesome. I checked through the comments and saw someone else asked you this question but you didn't answer them,... please if you have time can you tell us where did you get that awesome little watering bottle from?

[@DaugvinasLiberis]

Hi, do you water whole pole thoroughly as often as the regular pot-only setup? I imagine such elongated moss container has a bit different water retaining properties when comparing to regular pot?

[@superfluff106]

Great video. Just what I was looking for. I like that water bottle you have. Way better than a watering can. What’s that called?

[@emilielovesevie688]

Great video! Does the moss need replacing or does it mold? I had a coco coir pole stake get super moldy.

[@designprosb]

...FYI... .Moss wicks itself. ❤&Tytyty 4 your great works and this tutorial❣

[@DevoidDreamer]

Awesome video! Keep up the amazing work. New Canadian susbsriber now. I plan to use black ties so I won't see them. Thanks for the tutorial. Much love from New Brunswick, and cannot wait to see everything you have posted and will be posting in the future!💙

[@amyren9623]

Very cool! Thank you for sharing this DIY! May I ask where you got the black mat that holds so well of the dirt?

[@GabbyRocio]

What do you recommend for monstera deliciosa since you said not this?

[@mamartinez6433]

What size mesh are you using? Did you double the mesh? Thanks Marie

[@GraftingTactick]

Great video, very informative , I will try to make this totem pole. I'm So glad to find your channel. New subbed 😍

[@bobbypainter3823]

Thanks for the awesome video! I scanned the comments here and didn't see the question I plan to ask, but if someone has already asked it, I regret overlooking the response you've made earlier. My question is this: Will you list plants that grow well using a totem? I heard you say in the video that some species of the same plant are not as likely to thrive using this method as others. A simple list would be great! Thanks in advance.

[@Brunchosaurus]

How do you keep your poles gnat free? I am just a little afraid of the gnats getting out of control in my house again

[@hanyeuh]

Great video!! Thanks for sharing.

[@plant-a-holic]

Thanks! Great video! Can you tell me exactly what the plastic metal mesh is called at Home Depot… I’m have difficulty finding it there… want to get the correct one. On my way to store …Thanks in advance! Update… at Home Depot store and online says it’s ALL plastic?! Is your plastic coated metal??

[@jerrywhidby.]

I want to heat bend a PVC pipe into a loop the size of the bottom of my pot and then have the rest of the pole go straight up. That way the soil really anchors the pipe and makes the pole more stable.

[@bartocaillaux]

thanks for the video! but the exposed metal from the fence inside the pot (exposed to permanent humidity) wouldn't eventually rust?

[@brytsyd11]

I did mine using a hard plastic chicken mesh for that reason.

[@splott8]

What do you suggest for supporting the growth of a Monstera deliciosa?

[@lakwachera]

Do you have fungus gnats problems with the moist moss poles?

[@lupebutterfly9161]

My monstera siltepecana has grown 4 feet on a stick (with plastic hair clips), should I put it on a moss pole instead? Maybe to grow bigger leaves? There are also about 5 little plants ground around it. Should I leave them there? Thank you!

[@debrag3666]

Beautiful. I am going to try this

[@gabby7313]

This is so perfect! Thank you!!!!

[@songbirdmedows]

What do you do when your plant needs a larger pole and it’s rooted into the smaller one?

[@ztszebra]

Love your channel! Just found you recently from an ikea greenhouse update video :)

[@PlanteriorDecorator]

Thank you!! 🥰

[@saraimgrund2096]

Same :)

[@melenelewis2955]

I have difficulty getting sphagnum moss where I live......can I use coco coir and chips instead ? I am wanting to pot up hoyas and monsters delicious. Appreciate your advice.

[@sydneykasmar]

Great information. Thanks.

[@HollyOak]

Someone else suggested using liquid fertiliser in the water that goes into the moss pole (sorry, can't remember who).

[@bettyecarnahan5274]

Planting mat! Yay!

[@mariavyxkyloves]

wow so nice here your new friend.. thank you for sharing

[@milkpudding2048]

Wouldn't the moss inside the soil be wet for way too long and could potentially cause root rot?

[@diannecuan5548]

Thanks for including the links for products you have used. Just one question - how much sphagnum moss should I order if I plan to make about 6-8 moss poles (similar to what you have made on the video)? TIA 😀

[@PlanteriorDecorator]

If they are short like the one I did, probably only 1! It puffs up when you rehydrate it 😁 if you run out, your local greenhouses probably carry it too!

[@roseisen6407]

Wonderful tips. Tq

[@marievaval8913]

Excellent

[@chantellenguyen3711]

Just discovered your channel and this video is exactly what I have been looking for!! Thank you so much

[@PlanteriorDecorator]

I have done it before and yes you can! Delicately 🤣 you can cut the pole open and gently remove the roots if you want to! I prefer to just keep it in the pole it's in and extend it 😁

[@marikasmith5556]

You mentioned these are not for monstera deliciosa. Can you mention why?

[@PinkRosePurpleMauve1]

Is it safe to have the bottom part of the moss pole next to the plant’s roots? Won’t it retain a lot of moisture when you water your plant?

[@PlanteriorDecorator]

it wicks very quickly haha so I haven't had any issues! if you're worried, you can leave the bottom of the cage empty and place that into the soil

[@sunnyfield7441]

How do you keep the pot from tipping over with such a small pot and large moss pole?

[@saeedahmed7470]

Very beautiful

[@michaelkahoun5895]

How would you propagate plant from moss pole like that? Could you gantly take out areal roots which are probably fully rooted? Btw I love your videos!

[@pandaliving23]

I've propagated my inch plant that trails quite alot would a sphagnum pole be suitable for it? 😊

[@matieleighner3906]

Hi!!! New follower and love this moss pole. But is there a way to remove plants from a moss pole they have gown into?? Like if they root into the moss pole as they grow up it. Thanks

[@23Bentley45]

Great video!! How many poles did you make with one bag of moss? Thank you!

[@lilcurtiz5333]

Lovely video! Thanks for showing this. I’ll definitely make these poles myself now :) However, I’ve got a question: if you wanna repot, let’s say the siltepecana, in order to get if of the mosspole you’ll need to cut the pole, right? (Since it’s roots have already grown into the moss)

[@PlanteriorDecorator]

You can either extend the pole (I have a video on this too 😁) or you can cut open the pole and slowly and gently remove the roots from the moss! Extending the pole is definitely easier hahaa

[@lisafreeman8691]

Great tutorial, thank you! When your plant outgrows that pole, how do you extend it?

[@danyaelsayed7230]

My question, too!

[@brytsyd11]

Just make another one and stitch/ziptie each square at the joints. I did mine with 2 squares overlap and it is sturdy. My adansonii tricolor loved it.

[@kimberlyd317]

Love this!!!

[@tinavourtzoumis5331]

Do you have any tips on keeping them moist when they are not in a greenhouse? Mine seem to dry out so quickly!!

[@PlanteriorDecorator]

I have a few big ones in my livingroom and I pop them in the shower!

[@tinavourtzoumis5331]

@@PlanteriorDecorator I just did the same! Only way to rehydrate them lol

[@juccus1982]

@@PlanteriorDecorator I've made some similar poles a couple of days ago, and those need to be watered only once in 24 hours fortunately, which is quite good, I guess. But I'm afraid by watering the poles the water gets into the soil/growing medium as well, which will cause root rot eventually. The poles need to be watered much frequent then the plants. How do you water _just_ the pole, instead of watering both the pole and the plant? Sorry, if this sounds silly but I'm really struggling with it right now. And also the fungus gnats... They seem to love the wet moss poles :/ Thanks for your reply :)

[@saraimgrund2096]

Hi- you mentioned you mix up your own soil mix. I tired this and it went moldy- please let me know what you use and how you store it thanks 💚

[@PlanteriorDecorator]

I mix everything in a large storage bin and I leave the lid open for a whipe to ensure it is fully dry! Once it's dry I can close the lid 👍🏻 I have a story highlight about my mix on my instagram! instagram.com/planteriordecorator

[@jinadhangar5977]

Hey, just quick question, i live in calgary where can i find sphagnum moss around me? Most of the store are showing sphagmus peat moss , so i am not sure is that a same thing or different

[@lilwigglesandleaves]

Wont that become top heavy using such a small pot?