Let’s talk about soil mixes

[@mesquitetejas8328]

Please more in detail info. On SOILS ...PLEASE ...I JUST FOUND YOU ...IM SUBBING.

[@saradaub1427]

Me too😍

[@rabaanum]

Same!!!

[@memegbutterfly]

I so need this. ❤️😍❤️❤️😍

[@senorita-qh6bm]

I like how urgent this sounds

[@zeroounce8874]

Me too

[@arcatia66]

one of the best things my horticulture TA told us was to do essentially this and just mix our own soils. she said “soils can be expensive and you don’t always know exactly how they’re made up. just buy the main parts in bulk and mix how you need it”

[@sandibutler4877]

Krystal please help us!!! We're all asking for clarification. Can't you please make a regular video with links. Or at least a list of what we need. PLEASE, PLEASE, PRETTY PLEASE WITH A BABY CACTUS ON TOP!!!

[@isabellelaval7294]

Yes Pl include a recipe for a basic potting mix. I haven't understood if we have to use all those ingredients. What does each one contribute?

[@ashleykristina2964]

In my opinion it looked like she used an 8 quart bag of cacti/succulent mix, then maybe 4-5 cups of pumice, 2-3 cups orchid bark, a couple handfuls of mosquito bits, 2cups of coco choir, and 2 cups of perlite. But I'm totally guessing!

[@sandibutler4877]

@@ashleykristina2964 well thank you! At least someone wants to help! I appreciate you!

[@Bill.L.Carroll]

@@ashleykristina2964 G'day Ashley, I'm from Australia and have never heard of mosquito bits are, please enlighten me...

[@orange-julius1709]

They are two separate mixes. The first is the cacti/succulent mix. The second is for regular houseplants. ❤❤

[@lovelylauriie]

"I don't know. I don't measure. I just look at it." That's your ancestors telling you how much is enough. 😁

[@PlantswithKrystal]

Measurements brought to you by my ancestors 🙌🏽😂

[@tanisgeorgetti7317]

@@PlantswithKrystal I have a question about soil I bought a bag of succulent soil but when I went to use it the water just sat on top it’s like it’s hydrophobic should I get some different soil or should I use this and mix it in with the other soils you recommend?! Is that normal lol😂

[@amberfrazier575]

It’s too compact and thick, you will most likely not have success with any plants if you just take any dirt out of the bag such as miracle, Gro, all purpose, potting mix and plant in just that. You will almost always need to add at minimum perlite and Coco core. Besides, maybe some worm castings, and orchid bark for drainage and plant health what she recommends is a great mix for an area like the Pacific Northwest. Your location matters. If you live somewhere in Arizona, Texas or Southern California, you might want to add a little bit extra of Coco core or some Spagna Moss for added, moisture retention. I would recommend 3 part :black, gold, cactus and succulent mix, 2 part, all purpose, potting soil, 1 part pumice, hand full of worm, castings, and mosquito bits. If you are transplanting and removing all of the dirt from the roots, I would recommend a mychorzial fungi root dip /handful of Myco mixed into the soil to prevent shock and increase nutrient absorption on each and every single plant you ever transplant. It is also better to keep your plants in clear nursery pots and put them inside of your terra-cotta or decorative pots so you can always remove them and take a look at the roots and the water retention/absorption/drainage inside of the nursery pot. I would also like to add, flip the bag over and read the ingredients that the potting soil is made of from the back. Sometimes it is hard to find, but it will be there somewhere on the back near the bottom of the bag most likely I recommend the black gold, cactus and succulent, makes because it contains many of the items that she is mixing into her soil already you would just need to add some orchid, bark and mosquito bits.

[@MadMusic26]

I always think I’m overdoing the perlite but you might have successfully convinced me that I should be trusting my heart ❤ (and add even *more* perlite!)

[@jessied3210]

Well you can grow plants in all perlite in the world of semi hydroponics! So there's nothing wrong with adding more. Measure with your heart! Just means you might need more nutrients long term is all. 😊

[@someonewhoknows1891]

I did not know you can put the mosquito bits in your soil! I make a tea of those and water and water my plants until the little nasty knats are gone. This is so much better

[@juliabrunsman6081]

I was just about to comment this!!

[@MyleaMylea]

I love the tea idea too. Great!

[@jessicawoods814]

You can but they attract mold. There’s actually another video on KZbin that show this process, and he says he will never do that again.

[@bdaly03]

I actually switched in reverse - when I started, I would lightly till the mosquito bits into the top 1-2” of soil in each pot but almost immediately started to experience mold and unfortunately lost a few plants because I didn’t catch the mold issue quick enough. After that he’ll, I switched to doing the mosquito bit “tea” and find that it is even more effective in preventing those damn fungus gnats from trying to take over the world lol

[@hugoballs2133]

it’s against fungus gnats

[@supersandie5669]

Newly retired plant Ma here- I found this recipe for succulent soil a long time ago- - IT WORKS- - one part perlite, two parts coarse sand or poultry grit and three parts potting soil. I love the poultry grit, which is ground rock so it’s inorganic…. This mix really works

[@jessied3210]

Ooo I've never heard of poultry grit! I'll have to look it up. Thanks for the suggestion. 😊 I've been trying to find a good recipe for mixing in sand, but it seems to separate into layers over time... Maybe I'll try this.

[@ritagreen846]

We own the garden center and one of the things my Grandpa would say was put a dollar plant and a $10 hole. In other words spend more on your soil additives then the plant because that's where they live and you're doing the same thing with indoor plants I respect you more than most of the other people

[@JudicialMermaid]

Okay Y’all 😂. Here is the recipes. I know it’s hard to understand, but she is giving you two different types of soil mixes to use. First soil mix for Cacti & Succs: Use bag of soil that is branded for Cacti & Succulents, add in horticultural pumice as the amendment. Soil mix 2: Use bag of All Purpose Potting soil, Bag of Orchid Bark, Mosquito Bits (to help with fungus and gnat prevention), and perlite. Can also top soil with worm castings. :) There ya go folks lol 😂

[@BadWolfGirl-ff6wx]

You missed coco coir for mix 2

[@KatarinaS.]

Thanks, she confused me.

[@silver5938]

Thank you

[@vickykent353]

I'd use pumice instead of perlite. Perlite floats to the top pretty quickly. Pumice stays put.

[@nh9336]

Thank you!

[@Pistachios36]

Could you put the info in your description? That would be super helpful ❤

[@needleheadned]

Sometimes I amend with those little bags of rocks from Dollar Tree. Literally ANYTHING that gets that drainage going!

[@urmamascornhole9137]

The reason you’ll want to wear a mask when messing with pumice and perlite is that these minerals are felsic which are high in silica. The dust from these minerals are a mild risk to lungs having the chance of causing silicosis. If you breath enough of this dust over a decent amount of time, you can develop this lung disease.

[@wisconsinaquatics]

I had a friend who just got into houseplants and the "soil amendments talk" was simply magical. We even talked drainage afterwords 😊 he learned how much of a nerd I really am

[@jaimejohnesee]

Thank you for the recipe, I'm looking forward to giving it a go; it looks amazing!💙

[@Gxport]

Can you do a video about indoor plant pests and gnats? Idk how to get rid of them

[@emilyheadey9099]

Yes this would be so helpful

[@ilohmeyer]

The eggs live on the top inch or so of soil so get rid of that first and add fresh soil. Then use those sticky yellow traps for gnats, they sell on Amazon. Super effective. Also, less water. It’s always better to underwater than over water. Look up Garden Answer on KZbin, she has a ton of super helpful videos too. Good Luck!

[@NAH14386]

Adding a little mosquito bits to the soil mix will keep gnats away. Happy planting.

[@bdaly03]

@@NAH14386 just be careful if you add the bits directly into your soil because it can attract mold and create a whole new problem for you. I lost a few plants because of this and then stopped adding it to the soil and switched to the “tea” method and haven’t had any mold since switching.

[@NAH14386]

@@bdaly03 WOW, I definitely will note that, remembering to keep them a little dry. I haven't had any issues though. I don't want to loose any of my babies. Thank you.

[@GOzHARd901]

Very nice and informative presentation. You know, you can get nice bonsai material by scrounging around end of year and bargain bins at home stores and large older nurseries.

[@PixieDusted72]

I have been giving our greenhouse growers tips from you & community. I can’t tell you what a huge difference it has made with our growth & production. Out babies are so happy & healthy!! Tytytyty!!❤

[@briafae]

Can you link the products you use??

[@delphane3704]

I didn't know about mosquito bits I use the Stix in the plants, I'm definitely trying this 😅 Thanks Crystal you are the Best!

[@alexandramaclachlan7597]

EDIT: I'm curious about these mosquito bits for gnats? I'm in Australia and am having a gnat and pest problem with my indoor babies atm :( As a plant mum for ages, I'm suprised I only just found you. Binging your shorts and subscribed with love xoxox Thankyou so much for taking the time to share your knowledge, and in such an accessible way! :D

[@BuckshotBetty.]

The mosquito bits have a bacteria called BTI in it (Bacillus thuringiensis serotype israelensis). The bacteria is toxic toward dipterans (fly) species which include fungus gnats and mosquitoes, but does not effect other plants/animals. It's great!

[@coriroo9323]

Hi! Look into bottom watering as well, and dont water your plants until you absolutely have to! Repotting can help you get ahead of them as well.

[@kazuz4549]

Great info but all far too fast so for newbies it’s hard to follow 😞 also the specific names written in description would help 😎🙏

[@no_handle_sadly]

For succulents : two parts sand, two parts potting mix, and one part perlite or pumice potting mix(soil less) : orchid bark, perlite,cocopeat

[@isabellelaval7294]

@@no_handle_sadly This definetely helps, th you

[@ourforsurelife3334]

Thank you!!!!!!!!!! This is the hardest thing I have a problem with, which plants need what soil to thrive. So this helped me so much! 🙂

[@ourforsurelife3334]

And what are mosquito bits??? Lol And Cocoa cor? I know I did not spell that right. 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@vickykent353]

​@ourforsurelife3334 Mosquito Bits, apparently found on Amazon, is a pesticide to kill mosquitoes.

[@vickykent353]

​​@@ourforsurelife3334Coco Coir is a renewable resource that comes from the outside of the coconut. Helps with aeration. That's as much as I know about it because I've never used it.

[@mansirathor1948]

Her enthusiasm is so elivating!!

[@jasminesmith6109]

I have been looking for this video for agessssss!!!! THANK YOU!!!!!!! saved*

[@Livinglifetruthfully]

I adore you! You are as excited as I am about all planty things and I love it!

[@woefulmelancholy]

You seem so knowledgeable and helpful, it would be awesome of you made some full length videos too

[@amyberg1429]

So was that 2 different combinations of soils? One with perlite and one without I'm confused

[@foreverNwonder]

❤️ much love for posting this!!

[@TOKARIYA]

I’d love to hear what you use for your carnivorous plants!

[@lisalovesg33]

I just love you I can’t help it 😂 you’re my favorite person on KZbin. I watch every video that comes across idc what it’s for lol. I’m a plantie too, whatever we’re called, and I love love the info you put out bc we should all still keep learning! Never get to a place where we think we know it all. Thank you so much for being the sunshine that you are. Blessings!

[@robbinmclaughlin1444]

Tell me why am addicted to this woman's channel, I

[@Yoentanbitchez]

I'm on my way to take agriculture as my major and your videos are such a blessing for me to learn just wanted to say thank you.

[@yesenialopez2805]

I need a full video of this. I went to your channel but I think there's only short videos. Please share your link to the long video. Thank you!!

[@Mz.ScorpioSexy76]

Thank You For The Excellent Tips Krystal! Where Can I Buy Mosquito Bits ? 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@ashleyberg2948]

Amazon ❤️

[@indiacoers2611]

I am so glad you did this video! Also, I just went and got a clear tote with a lid to keep my soil in. Thank you for this video!

[@kat...........ffs777]

Thank you for this detailed info!! You are my plant guru 😊

[@colesuqs]

I have gnats in my room and I couldn't figure out where they were coming from but I just watched a couple of your videos and I'm thinking they are coming from my plant! I'm gonna get a gnat catcher and put it in there!

[@jessicamiller2899]

I got 3 sundew plants to eat my gnats...now I rarely see a flying gnat

[@colesuqs]

@@jessicamiller2899 ooh ill look into that! ( Ftr record though i got these gnat catching stickers that are cut in the shape of different things like flowers and stuck them in a couple plants and the gnats were gone within a day or two! And that was last year so im not positive on this, but I think they were like a dollar on amazon!)

[@Oosmagoose1977]

Omg i need a full vid of this ❤️👀

[@briankepner7569]

Sorry for the off-topic comment but your kitchen design and colors are awesome. If you saw my kitchen you think that we had the same person. Dark stained cabinets. Stone countertop I bet your floors are dark. With dark cabinets. The perfect way to accentuate the colors and vibrancy in the food or preparations. Have a great productive day

[@drippinghazel]

You're amazing. Thank you!

[@rhaynehowlette5621]

I needed this lesson!! Thank you!!

[@akhil3703]

🙏🙏 #savesoil Let's make it happen 🙏🙏

[@elizabetheaton3882]

Very helpful information thanks

[@superhornyalien]

Your videos make me so happy

[@R_StoryTime26]

I got a Xanadu from a family member and it came with root rot. I have many plants but I’ve only ever had root rot one other time. I have the soil suggested here. My question is how should I go about watering after dealing with the rot?

[@rebeccaherrera6006]

You need to take it out of its pot and remove that soil. Like toss it. Wash the roots and cut away anything that has been infected , treat it with fungicide, and repot it in new soil. I would just water as usual but because the plant has gone into shock from the change, I would wait a couple of days before I water it just enough for the soil to be damp.

[@maureenchavis733]

Thank you for your service

[@dreed1058]

I just discovered Mosquito bits, dealing w/gnats, never thought to put in potting mix - great idea, thk you!!

[@aubreysnell9860]

Can you please give links to all products?

[@NoraDesmond897]

YES, YES, YES. THANK YOU, THANK YOU. YOU ARE THE BEST COÑO!

[@PlantswithKrystal]

Thank you for being here 💚

[@marylou3082]

Your video is very interesting but I don’t know how SHORTS goes I do not understand what’s going on.. Too short

[@qwr742]

Yes! This could be such an informative video.. but I couldn't follow what was going on at all? It felt choppy, and I wasn't sure what you were explainingg.. would more info on soil types

[@DavidJones-ty1ht]

Herons bonsai very informative

[@eatwhatukiii2532]

Mosquito Bits, that’s simething I wouldn’t thought of for non-awyatic applications like this, but it makes sense since it prevents insect larvae/pupae from maturing into adults. Good helpful hint!

[@NathyG97]

My favorite plant consultant ❤

[@issachar_child1]

Pls do a longer video to explain more! Love ur videos.

[@love.wildly.live.fearlessly]

Using your plant mom eyes 👀 for measuring.

[@cookiecookie3597]

Love this video. I have learned so much from you and my plants love you for it. ❤✌🏽👱🏽‍♀️

[@aleksandratodorovic5217]

U are amazing!🎉

[@cindyberry1575]

I did not know about indoor potting soil I have lost every indoor plant. I have stopped trying because I have wasted so much money . Keep your videos coming I can dream about having plants

[@tamikawilliamshudson6970]

Love ❤You so Helpful

[@LizaBMarie]

Girl I need more info otherwise I’ll be lost trying to do this & I really want to make this mix! I’m currently trying my best to support my two aloe plants 😭

[@MPllll.]

Love her!

[@melanarbs]

Finally! Someone talking about soil! Thanks

[@angeldust5702]

This is me at 6 years old making dirt brownies in my backyard, i also made tea by mixing a bit of sand into a water cup. No but really i love your channel, i am learning so much

[@dorindafulton]

I don't measure either. Just pour and look. 👍😊🤗🌱🌿

[@marlenebornman1841]

love this crazy lady

[@saradaub1427]

Love these shorts❤👍🤗

[@MsSnakeDS]

Can you tell us more about plant light setup you are using please? I wanna set up some light sistem for my plants, but no clue where to even begin. 😅

[@vickykent353]

I got some Sansi grow lights from Amazon when they were on sale. They have all different styles of lights, too.

[@UsernameUnkwn21]

I would add charcoal and worm castings as well

[@user-gw8mc7xq3z]

Thank you 😄

[@iamthealphacat]

Do you ever find you have a use for peet Moss? do you ever mix in long lasting plant food or fertilizer? And do you use any kind of shredded bits of other soils or organic items on the top layer to prevent fungus gnats or trap moisture? Whenever somebody gives me a pot, it always has that on top.

[@erinhorkey9340]

I never would've thought to add the mosquito bites to the soil!! Def will try that!!

[@rachaelskiles8208]

This is excellent

[@ceciliaborrego4387]

Your recipe is like learning a recipe from my suegra. "I don't measure, I just look at it". 😆

[@MegaAwesomeChick2000]

Really glad to see someone finally suggesting using a mask! Perlite is so dusty - more people really should be using masks when handling it.

[@andyrussell5177]

I went out I bought the bags of perlite I bought cactus mix I bought Orchid mix didn't work I got a bunch of fungus gnats. So now I have four or five huge bags of my special soil that I mixed just sitting around and will definitely not use because I've gone back to the old-fashioned Miracle-Gro that's always worked for me LOL

[@naturalgalwilliams]

💚💚💚💚

[@yolar1955]

Plant whisperer love it.

[@bobhopfner3812]

cactus soil 50/50 mix with pumice for cacti. you can split the cactus mix with coir too. For regular plants cactus soil, pumice, coir and orchid bark in equal parts. use clay pots and you won't ever have gnats.

[@angelakeal1476]

I’m afraid to count my houseplants…😏 thumbs up 👍🏽 on the DYI potting mix!

[@noemidudova7052]

It looks like she's baking something. I love it. 😍😩

[@sassy_steph]

Thank u!!!!

[@jessied3210]

Thoughts on adding sand into succulent soil mixes?

[@EnjoyBeauty7]

Awesome! Thank you so much for this tip of soil! Does mix helps with all plants?

[@aslillady27]

"I don't measure i just look at it" the most latina saying ever

[@MIMITAS29]

I couldn’t help but think you were going to say: it will help you avoid rot in your pot

[@alizayangelique4443]

Needed this 👌✨

[@katjones4840]

Helpful! Cuz my hibiscus r just dying. Gonna do this!

[@hollywood9414]

Omg I want you as a plant friend!!! Move close ASAP! Lol

[@rosah.hernandez2579]

Advice on containers for plants, please.

[@nikola4718]

I love Krystal.

[@hezesol5082]

Gurl I just bought all this shit. I'm about to save my gurls 😭

[@gtzkwsky]

Thank you for that tutorial. Currently I am trying Seramis. What's your opinion on that product?

[@apainter3586]

Thank you 🙏

[@ladyoki1]

I just started putting mosquito bits in my soil too!!!

[@TheTashaDrama]

Mosquito mix?? Damn it! I just repotted all my plants and didn't know that existed! Now I had a gnat problem. Any advice on how to get rid of them? I got an additive for water and I've been using a spray which hasn't helped. my husband is not happy lololol

[@AvusAvas]

You can always sprinkle some granules of mosquito bits on top and water it in!

[@KingAmaniImani]

You can soak the mosquito bits in water, soak 30 minutes and use it to water your plants for two to three weeks

[@sumaiyakhan3498]

Can yu please explain these further I didnt know adding stones and stuff added any benefits to the plants!!

[@ItsMarigold]

I thought I was the only one that mixes my soils like this

[@Lilian040210]

It's all fun and games until you have a plant that needs clay ish soil. Can't find that shit anywhere (in my country)

[@uranus0996]

I’ve just got a monstera and noticed the soil has no perlite nor anything to help with drainage so I’ve taken the liberty to change that. I’ve removed the soil and mixed it with perlite. Wish me luck!

[@andravas]

Commenting to come back to this since I can’t save shorts

[@candied.crabapples]

Would you have to add extra perlite or pumice to souls marked for succulents and cacti? Are we all being set up for failure with these commercial mixes??