Quick Self-Watering Moss Pole & Quick Plant Tour

A visit with my Cousin's plant collection. A tutorial on how I make easy self watering moss poles for climbing plants.
These particular self watering moss poles, are made for any pot with a water reservoir. So perfect for semi-hydro or self watering soil pots. They seriously do keep moss lightly hydrated. Makes it easy to quickly soak or just spray the pole bi-weekly once its filled with roots.
Mikes IG: westtex_aroidman

[@Hadinata1994]

17:07 like making a burrito?? You have a good sense of joking by the way😂 Man, i really want to see your “assertive face” laughing And….damn!! you hack the problem of dried moss poles. Some plant content creators made it with a bottle in the top of the poles, i think this easier and neat way to make poles moist.

[@AroidDistrict]

Lol felt like I worked at Chipotle for a min. Thanks, it seriously does work because those dry moss poles are hard to rehydrate. Appreciate you tuning in and laughing with me.

[@Yambataller]

And then you put it in the oven at 200 for 45 min.

[@anthonwelllinzie4483]

I am a black man that is also a plant enthusiast. It is so refreshing to see someone who looks and sounds like me doing planting videos. Congratulations! Keep up the good work.

[@AroidDistrict]

Thanks bro! I seriously appreciate that feedback.

[@Dariusdoesreefing]

Man you beat me to it 😂 he got me over here thinking about converting my channel into a Reef/Plant channel lol

[@susanhegarty7364]

I personally love seeing more men enjoy this hobby..kudos!

[@beneiseoleinmheart5614]

Thanks for pronouncing the plant names correctly. although- YOU MIGHT CONSIDER PUTTING THE NAMES OF THEM ON SCREEN SURELY AS WE GO😅...Jah Blessing

[@beneiseoleinmheart5614]

I've also tried this: using plastic bottles; slit holes in it. Then the up w/ moss inside. Saves the 🌏

[@massielr3116]

Awww that’s cute to see men loving plants .

[@marvaingleton5742]

It is refreshing to see men talking about their plants❤

[@sarahdendron]

Awww you and your cousin got the same sparkle in your eyes

[@AroidDistrict]

Lol thank you.

[@alpergungordu]

Greetings to everyone from Turkey. Beautiful flowers and garden.👍👍

[@AroidDistrict]

Thanks for visiting

[@alpergungordu]

👍@@AroidDistrict

[@discingaround]

Dang he's got a nice collection. A flowering Monstera is a happy one! Great tour and moss pole demo.

[@malindarayallen]

I love your innovative design and giving us an update on the pole's performance! I plan to play this video on repeat! ☺️👍🏾

[@ninasuculentasymas]

I really liked the self watering pole…thx!!! 🙋🏼‍♀️💚🪴😊

[@AroidDistrict]

You’re welcome. Thank you for watching

[@pjaneheil]

Very nicely explained, I was skeptical at first, but everything made sense to me, I really liked the way you created the wicking moss pole, I want to try this on my next pole, Thanx for sharing ❣️❣️❣️

[@AuthorQueenBrown]

Come through cousin with the green beauties. Thanks for sharing Dave.

[@AroidDistrict]

Lol, thanks for watching!

[@cozyjackie]

I love the look of that DIY pole!! You could use tweezers to gently pull the moss through the mesh partially so it hides the plastic and has a more natural look for your vibe

[@AroidDistrict]

WOW now that is a great Idea, I will absolutely follow that tip.

[@tiffanysanders3059]

I smiled the entire time watching this video! So glad I found you.

[@AroidDistrict]

Thank you! Appreciate your presence.

[@EspiForTheKingdom]

That artwork is super Dope!! I love your plants. Moss pole looks good!! Following!!

[@AroidDistrict]

Oh wow thanks!

[@susanhegarty7364]

This was so helpful. Im new to moss poles and the self watering option is awesome. Thank you, love your videos :)

[@Kaykay-hf5eu]

His setup is dope. I love it

[@mellmiyatowikromo84]

Oooh my lush , the Syngonium Albo is stunning gorgeous 💖 . Its my last purchase and Im obsessed 💞 . TFS 💕

[@KAZZ101010]

That's crazy😮 he in there

[@RootsReady]

I love your cousin's collection. I can see it runs in the family

[@Westtex_aroidman]

Yo! Thanks for the shout out Dave! Your cousins plants were 🔥 especially the massive ghost and the epi pinnatum growing in a tree in the middle of the yard! I need to move to a more tropic zone so I can ditch the poles and take over the yard lmao!

[@Ginger_Odie]

Genius ‼️ what an awesome idea, thank you for sharing 💚🪴 and shout out to your amazing cousin 🙌 what an epic collection of plants and so much talent shows through his fantastic artwork ‼️

[@AroidDistrict]

Aw Thanks! Appreciate you watching.

[@suziievee123]

Love the video! Ya cousins art is fire and the plants too! Imma have to try this moss pole my philodendron silversword outgrew the pole and I need a new solution. Thanks for a great video.

[@AroidDistrict]

Thank You. The poles are working great (self watering feature) so far in semi-hydro, I highly recommend trying it if you have that set up. Appreciate you tuning in.

[@Yambataller]

I like those chairs in the yard of you cousin

[@erikm8372]

Those plants look amazing! 1:37 the blue cactus is a Brazilian species called _Pilosocereus azureus_ and it can grow super tall actually. 2:22 I think the cactus (behind the Pachypodium) is some kind of _Soehrensia candicans_ from Argentina. But the flowers really can tell who the baby daddy is 😉 haha

[@beneiseoleinmheart5614]

Your smart& observative... thanks fi your comment

[@anndriggers6660]

Old cotton tee shirts cut into strips! Reuse what you got! 😊Digg'n your vibe and your channel

[@AroidDistrict]

Yep old cotton t-shirts sound good if airflow is abundant...if not, dangerous mold can grow on it. I actually like the plant wicking string, since it has polyester for mold resistance. Thank you for tuning in. Appreciate your comments.

[@deniseakagvtspender5885]

Your cousin has some mad skills.👍 Love his art work and he has a fine collection of plants. Thanks for sharing.

[@WestCoastCanuck]

Thank you for taking the time to explain about using the cuttings versus a more mature plant for transitioning to moss poles. Im fairly new to houseplants and your semi-hydro system has really piqued my interest. Looking forward to more content.

[@AroidDistrict]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@MsNipri]

Love your cousin's plants and the moss pole you made! Great video, Dave!❤️

[@AroidDistrict]

Thank You!

[@cynthiajauregui8708]

Thanks again for another knowledge filled video! 😊🌿💚 I truly enjoy and appreciate how thorough you are when explaining. Also your cousins collection 🤌 chefs kiss

[@AroidDistrict]

Thank you! Appreciate you tuning in.

[@sherryporsch9349]

Hey Dave 😀 I’ve been using all natural charcoal for a while now, but I put it in a smaller plastic bag an bust it up with a hammer. Then you can get the size you want. Cool idea for deft watering moss pole. 💚💚 Hope we get a future update on this. Check out, Sydney Plant Guy moss poles.

[@AroidDistrict]

Thank you, see I knew I should’ve just got some good ziplock bags and did what you mentioned lol.

[@justinamontgomery2618]

Hi Dave :) It was neat to see your cousin's plants....love all those euphorbias and cacti....and his inside climbers too....nice how his art is displayed...congrats on his new baby :)...I have always wanted a peek at his plants since you have always mentioned he sparked your interest not that long ago! Now look @ you all grown up! Making those moss poles! Seriously I like the white moss poles...they do look nice...and like the coco chips added in there...perfect...and your glowing manjula cuttings....looks pretty....great and interesting video and glad you will be back soon! Sending love from MN♡

[@AroidDistrict]

Thanks! Appreciate you as always.

[@85sheena]

Your cousin's plants and art are super dope! I'm so glad that you got to share with us. Also your silver sword philo was looking awesome! I also look forward to seeing a update video on that manjula pothos 💯

[@AroidDistrict]

Thank you! Will do!

[@1tock77]

Love ur plants

[@katinkakatinka8816]

Great idea!

[@cindywannamaker5299]

Great idea!!!

[@beautifullife-dj4wk]

Wow your cousin has a beautiful plant collection and your moss poles are genius. I was cutting up my fingers with the metal chicken wire.

[@AroidDistrict]

Oh no! I think the metal does well for standing up securely in a soil pot. But I must say, the ones I made in this video are working out well for me two weeks later. Thanks for watching.

[@dianiamullinax]

Nice. Going to try.

[@terrynorman1222]

cousins with green thumbs😂😂😂😂👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽 I ❤️seeing self art displayed👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@AroidDistrict]

Thank You!

[@beneiseoleinmheart5614]

Great! Go men& ONE LOVE ppl🎉🎉

[@ryanchen4112]

great video!

[@AroidDistrict]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@joannanovara815]

What a cool idea for moss poles! I may have to try this cuz I live in a very dry climate so it's super hard to keep my moss poles damp

[@AroidDistrict]

These seriously have been working for me. The only downside is some people may not want to use a self watering pot or drainless semi-hydro. But the string needs a water reservoir.

[@The_Planted_Eye_1]

Another dope video Dave. I just started making my own poles and saw that white mesh on Amazon. May pick some up and make a couple. Although I feel you on the organic look. Good thing is that once the plant fills out you won't see the mesh.

[@AroidDistrict]

Thank you, and yep I’m sure I won’t focus on that wire once it fills in.

[@Kaykay-hf5eu]

That’s a good idea with the charcoal. The one for plants is so expensive. I think I’ll do that.

[@Carey.S75]

It's not often I get distracted from plants BUT that artwork....Wow! I would be interested in seeing an update of those aroids growing up the Jacaranda Tree. Also I think the new mosspoles are probably the best self-watering ones I've come across so far, so much easier; now if we could just get some clear chicken wire the aesthetics would be far better me thinks. Off to go and check out Mike's IG page now 👋🏃‍♀️

[@AroidDistrict]

Thanks Carey, this is my cousins first yr at his house, I'm sure some updating to the plants outdoors will take place and I'll film if I can. I think the clear plastic D shaped moss poles from Amazon look the best, I should just add wicking string to them. Dry crispy moss pole is the most consistent complaint I'm hearing in the plant community LOL.

[@Carey.S75]

I wish we could get the clear plastic D shaped poles here but hopefully they'll be here soon. Your cousin has done well for his first year and he has some really nice plants. I wish him well for the future as he is showing lots of potential both with plantcare and his art. It looks like it runs in the family. Please commend him on his artwork for me.

[@Mslittaaaaa]

Your cousins plant collection was nice and so was his artwork. Thanks for sharing the self watering setup and tips and tricks. My moss poles stay dry. 🙄

[@AroidDistrict]

Thank you. Sorry bout them dry moss poles, that is annoying. I guess people doing that damn bottle trick, which you cut a hole on the bottle cap and flip upside down on the top of your pole. 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@Mslittaaaaa]

@@AroidDistrict omg I imagine myself making a mess with that. Lol

[@Top5_Pilipinas]

maybe we should all suggest to them factories to make a brown or khaki colored mesh to blend to moss or coco chips color or mimic a more natural woody hue

[@AroidDistrict]

Lol right! There is actually a plastic material that looks exactly like wood…called “composite”. It’s used for fencing and patio decks. It’s a wrap if they end up making moss holding stakes out of that stuff.

[@mamalongsplants1559]

I love that cactus in that sink the hanging one that's pretty. And I love his artwork. And I'm going to try to charcoal thing good show. 😘🙏🏾😇

[@AroidDistrict]

Hey Mama Long. Thanks for tuning in!

[@beneiseoleinmheart5614]

​Try doing this around a real unique NATURALbranch frm a tree. 3xplore outside.. That's what i experimented with. I feel w/ your knowledge you can use your creative and even tek thus to the nxt level🎉jus tap into your knowledge+creativity = i feel you're the buoi that can GET IT DONE❤​@@AroidDistrict

[@beneiseoleinmheart5614]

THANKS fi knowledge, real ONE LOVE

[@AroidDistrict]

You're welcome! Appreciate your support.

[@cinatelli]

Impressive! New subscriber ❤🌴🌿🌱

[@AroidDistrict]

Thank you! Appreciate you tuning in!

[@carolstuff]

Thanks for the instructions. I think I’d like to try it. Which chicken wire is that? There are so many on Amazon, but I like the one you use.

[@AroidDistrict]

Thank you. I'm not sure which brand the wire is. I did not include any link because I didnt like the look of it later on. I'm sure I just got the cheapest plastic wire in white or translucent color.

[@maychang2970]

Thank you to teaching how to make the pool ,what is the name of the net? Because my English is limited and love your videos thank you again

[@AroidDistrict]

Thank you! The name of the net is called “Chicken Wire”. Appreciate you tuning in.

[@mariepatterson7804]

❤

[@JAZMINALOWE]

Cuzzo house fire... plants fire artwork everything goddamn 😅. It seems like keeping moss poles moist is a full time job. I cannot.

[@AroidDistrict]

Lol if only I could’ve got video from the loft he use to have. You know I rather have a plank or something, but these self watering moss poles are easy for y’all who are getting down drainless 🤣.

[@Westtex_aroidman]

Man I think I’m around 45 poles hahah it’s a damn job in itself watering these poles 😂🤦🏽🤷🏽‍♂️

[@jpennstation9760]

Your cousin is a very interesting man. I didn’t know wicking string was used in moss poles. It totally makes sense. Is it used in every miss pole?

[@AroidDistrict]

Thank you, Wicking string was only used in a few moss poles as a test. I found out that they keep moss hydrated for just a few days longer than without.

[@juanitagordon5064]

Don’t forget to show how it turned out. Waiting to see….

[@rayacat1]

You cousin's plants are beautiful and thank you so much for teachingvus about making self-watwringvmoss poles. But I have to agree with you that those grids make the poles look unnatural. You must follow up with how your Majula grows up.

[@AroidDistrict]

Thank You! I will

[@karenhaygood7080]

Hello i saw your video on selfwatering moss poles. I really like the way that is made. Where did u find the webbing, netting whatever u call it. AMAZON seems the most affordable, is that where u got yours? Any info would be appreciated Thank you karen

[@AroidDistrict]

Hey, thanks for watching. Amazon is where I found the translucent colored netting roll.

[@karenhaygood7080]

Thank you I'll be watching

[@lifepathjourney3638]

Can you do an Update, video on this Self Watering Planter?

[@AroidDistrict]

Sure!

[@85sheena]

I believe that blue cactus that you didn't know the name of is called a Blue torch cactus.

[@AroidDistrict]

I just looked that up, I think thats it. Thank You!

[@noraramos3798]

Ooof! The variegated Billie is my DREAM plant!! I love that green thumbs run in the family:) Unfortunately for me, I am literally the only person I know that loves and collects houseplants:( It’s lonely over here lol! Any fellow rare plant enthusiasts near SouthCoast MA, or RI? I am really trying to find some other plant collectors so that I can trade and share some of my more rare plants, and also just to have someone/s local to share my love of plants with. My husband is over listening to me talk about plants every day hahah. I love your content! -Nora Edit: hey- how did your rock art/epiphyte projects end up working out for you?? I loved what you did with those plants!

[@AroidDistrict]

Thank you! We are the same, because Variegated Billie is my #1 wishlist plant. I understand you on how lonely it gets, part of the reason I made a plant channel lol. I was thinking maybe a Facebook plant group from another nearby major city can bring you more social activity with the hobby.

[@Hadinata1994]

I have one of billietiae variegated, it’s not as easy as we think to take care of the this plant. Cause sometimes the leaf are full block varigated but sometimes the leaf comes with no variegation :( Thats why the price is still high because the varigation is not stable, we must calculate the lights and pot media with low fertilizing. Great from Indonesia🫱🏼‍🫲🏾🪴

[@noraramos3798]

@@AroidDistrict that’s a good idea. I’ll try it! Thank you:)

[@noraramos3798]

@@Hadinata1994 it’s so gorgeous, I’d definitely risk reversion if I can find one, even a cutting, that I can afford!!! They are so unattainable for a regular person like me. Maybe I’ll win the lottery🤷🏻‍♀️

[@AroidDistrict]

I'm willing to risk the troubles that the Var Billie has...as soon as it drops down to lower triple digits in price.

[@anndriggers6660]

How did you feel about the rumor that sphagnum moss is carrying pest eggs like spider mites, thrips, and mealy bugs?

[@AroidDistrict]

Well I've heard and believe that Spider mites can live and lay eggs within any wood including within your house walls during cold months. I'm sure moss can harbor pest too, which is why you should sterilize and reuse it.

[@a.girl.has.many.plants3743]

Decent idea but you could’ve used less moss and coco chunks by eliminating the first step. Adding the string straight down the middle would’ve been enough. I’m speaking from my experience. I’ve done the same exact thing using the white/clear zip-ties and white chicken wire. The other downside is the string will soak up too much of the nutrient leca water… unless you’re not using leca nutrients. That being said great job thank you for sharing. I thoroughly enjoy your videos.

[@AroidDistrict]

Thank you! Appreciate you tuning in.

[@beneiseoleinmheart5614]

DO THEY CLONE MEN LIKE YOU???A man like you is the dream of mi life. 😢. BLESS UP TO YOUR FAMILIA always. JAH is in control. Keep your faith. Do the work. And u good. 😅

[@beneiseoleinmheart5614]

Ure right @17:52! Get those teeth IN😅

[@saraialegria]

We blending charcoal now? 🤣 I also bought some natural bbq charcoal but I took a hammer to it. Don't brk your blender!

[@AroidDistrict]

🤣🤣🤣, I now use a thick plastic bag and use the hammer. But my blender be crushing ice, so I thought charcoal was no match smh.

[@saraialegria]

@@AroidDistrict 🤣

[@erikm8372]

I’ll be discussing plants the same way…! What’s your favorite; “some basic bitches right now” 🤣 because the special ones are stress baskets. Is it gonna die, revert, etc. Pain in the ass

[@annafink2245]

I love watching black men as plant collectors. It's a big F you to all the stereotypes. I want to start switching to lechuza pon, but just haven't yet.

[@morangodosudeste]

Is it allowed to be this hot AND a plant guy?

[@AroidDistrict]

Thank you!