STARTING A CUTTING ON A MOSS POLE - how to tutorial

Hi all,
in today's video I am putting a small cutting, which was propagated in water, on a Moss Pole for the first time :)
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[@robynfisher4455]

Long, short, mini clips, tours, outings. Something for everyone. Love em all ❤

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thank you Robyn :) truely appreciate it :)

[@robynfisher4455]

@@sydneyplantguy So do we😻😽

[@yeahivekilledthat719]

Yes, I like the 10-minute tutorial format! Easier to process the instruction. But don't abandon the long vlogs! I love them too.

[@sydneyplantguy]

I’ll do both :) just to switch it up every now and then :)

[@katarinalabathova1526]

I love your videos! it's cool to have some shorter ones. it gives a nice balance to the longer in-depth videos. this summer I just started a couple of my first moss poles and I love how the plants grow. Thank you for all your tips and videos of beautiful plants.

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thank you :) happy growing !

[@TonyDonato-fg4pb]

Greetings from NYC. Learned so much from you. Next time you are here in NYC, reach out as I have Yankees season txts for 2024. I’ll take you to a game in the Bronx. Keep doing what you are doing. 👍🌱

[@sydneyplantguy]

Oh I'd love that !! I watched one in 2013 .... long time ago :)

[@gpsdeportivo]

Hi! I love this format of video! Very focused short tutorials which address a specific problem like this one (i.e. How to start a cutting on a moss pole)! They are easy to find on you tube to watch when we need some help! Combining these shorter videos with your longer ones is just perfect! Thanks for all your hard work!

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thank you :)

[@gregwilson5910]

Yes please Jan, short and precise is great. I have decided to repot my moss pole with a more chunky mix, I am sure that is the secret to a vigorous aroid plant, thanks to your informative channel.

[@sydneyplantguy]

More to come :) happy growing !

[@The_Aroid_Heist]

I like this format. But I also love your long ones for when I'm doing my plants too

[@sydneyplantguy]

I'll keep a good mix of both :)

[@marygorchidsmore2058]

I love these types of short tutorials, please do more . Extremely useful and informative,. I like the fact that you have mentioned all the necessary tips for growing on a moss pole in this short video. By the way I love your p.gigas, so gorgeous and can't wait to see it grow bigger. Thanks ever so much for sharing and happy growing 😊.

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thank you so much :)

[@abigailkwashi8807]

Great tutorial. I'm putting a rooted Monstera Adasonii on a moss pole in a chunkier aroid mix.

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thanks :) happy growing !:)

[@kylaszone]

This video was so so so helpful for me, thank you!

[@chrishoy3042]

I love this shorter, one topic video! Thank you. It was very helpful as I prepare to start my first moss pole!

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thank you :)

[@ingmarjaschok675]

Sehr spannend. Bin gerade dabei, mir alles für Mosspoles zuzulegen, traue mich aber noch nicht richtig loszulegen; da ist dieses Video perfekt! :)

[@sydneyplantguy]

Viel spaß :)

[@shelleydewees1917]

Love this, thank you! I’m starting my very first moss pole today - it’s exactly the video I needed. Can’t wait for my pothos to get huuuuuge! 🎉

[@annaclairemauney3175]

Liked this length a ton!

[@user-ln7ps5nz3l]

Yes love the one topic video

[@paulineplunket121]

Yes. Short and to the point. Easy to digest.

[@patriciabottoms680]

Yes, definitely love the shorts. Nice vids. You do a great job explaining.

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thanks :)

[@heathersplants5708]

Very helpful! Thank you. ❤

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thanks :)

[@torquess454]

Love all lengths of your vids, love the variety!! Yes shorter ones but all are great!!

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thanks :)

[@carolstuff]

Perfect timing; I’m potting up cuttings today. Love the tutorial vids. Thanks Jan!

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thank you :) happy growing !

[@heatherstephens9295]

Love them all 👌👌👌

[@McPicksoul]

Thx Jan, I have been struggling with starting a moss pole for a while now. It might have to do with the fact that I'm trying to keep the whole pole moist, but instead I should focus more on the potting medium. Thx for clarifying that!

[@apvlee5890]

Hey! Neat tutorial...Like this format, short & crisp. Thank

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thanks :)

[@GxdJxe]

Great video as usual! Perfect timing as well since im going to do this to for my gigas propagations as well later! Tqvm!

[@sydneyplantguy]

Happy growing :)

[@lorisoergel5286]

Excellent video. I enjoy all your videos and appreciate short topic specific videos that I can try.

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thanks :)

[@manabushltd3250]

Ive watched you do this or similar so many times over the years - never gets old. Moss Poles FTW - this system works so well, its never failed for me - so - thanks Jan!

[@sydneyplantguy]

That’s great to hear :) thank you & happy growing !

[@simplelife275]

Jan....😍❤️💚 SO BEAUTIFUL LEAF!..🥰.. I'm looking forward to watching the progress of this Gigas... ( to have Large Leaves later on the Moss Pole!..❤️💚) The new small leaf/ sprout looks cute!..😊😍.. I'd say, It will be your Gorgeous Plant as well..👍.. Jan...🥰 Thank you soo much for sharing this New Beginning.. ( and Me too!.. I'd say, your short or long Videos can always be our Inspirations!..❤️💚 ) I really APPRECIATE You and your Videos!!..🥰🤗.. ( Your Video that I LOVE for the First Time is your Shorts Video!!..😍🥰.. It was A MIRACLE in my Life!..👍.. because It can CHANGE my Old Opinion!!..😄❤️💚.. SO AWESOME VIDEOS!!..😍💞💓💐🌈🌸🤗🥰💝...

[@melissamonroe561]

Yes, I like the quick tutorials very much❣ Please add them 2 ur regular videos.🤎

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thanks :)

[@skyangelthefan]

Perfect timing…I grew some water propagations and I want to put them on a moss mole. Thank You! Have a Great Day!

[@sydneyplantguy]

Happy growing :) thank you!

[@VickyHafler]

So helpful for newbies. Thank you. 🪴❤️🪴

[@sydneyplantguy]

Glad it was helpful :)

[@oswaldenz]

Great clip! Thank you

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thanks:)

[@Mindscapesucculent]

Love this!! ❤❤

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thanks :)

[@oktszu4198]

Great video! More like that would be super nice😊

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thanks :)

[@curiousandlooking]

Thanks for this so clear.

[@sydneyplantguy]

Cheers :)

[@johnpatterson9219]

Ha, Ha, Ha! 🤣 Jan, you remind me of myself… with my big plant projects! 😅

[@renatecormick7399]

Shorter tutorial videos like this one are good. I don’t watch “shorts” with loud music, find them pointless. (not intended to be a nasty comment, just my view on them). Thanks for sharing a great tutorial Jan. Look forward to more.

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thanks :)

[@maciejkrol3812]

Verry good video I appreciate more when your are creating a longer video 😇

[@sydneyplantguy]

Will defs keep doing the long videos but many people just want quick & fast info to help them out in the moment so thought might be a good idea to re-create some of my longer tutorials in short

[@user-xl4nz1tb7y]

thank you

[@humbleservant9313]

I love them all! Sharing your plant chores in a video with us, is always a treat, and productivity for you. Win-Win❤🪴

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thanks :)

[@wildvine.plants]

That manjula is POPIN! *heart eyes*

[@sydneyplantguy]

She’s gorgeous isn’t she ?!:)

[@annaneumann8538]

Loved this so so much! 💚 I always wonder at what point to put starter plants (mail orders with plugs)on a moss pole? Any type of advice is much appreciated 👋🏻

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thanks :) do it when you’re ready to pot it up & then just add the pole into the pot :)

[@mydogmyplantsandme]

Tutorials are amazing but I do like your longer ones too that get a little bit more in-depth.

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thanks :) I'll definitely make sure there'll be a mix :)

[@alannahblades5821]

Love the tutorial process you make it simple an easy for us all to understand. also love all the rest of your content have you an AJ done another video again? Thankyou 🌴

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thank you :) yes we’re way overdue to film again :)

[@ericaeschenbacher4921]

Love the bite size easy to digest nuggets of information. All it's missing is a few cat hairs. Add some Brad cameos and my serotonin fix is complete.😹

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thank you :) he only made a short appearance :)

[@ricmaravilla5409]

Love the videos I’m also from aus can u pls do a video on fungicide I’m having issues with it on soil and leaves thanks so much keep it up

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thanks :) i never used a fungicide so can’t speak from experience, sorry :)!

[@Philipek1337]

Very nice Video!👍🏻 I like the short Format 😊 Is there anything special to keep in mind when planting a plant like a Thai Constellation back into soil after 6-7 months of water? Maybe first keep the whole thing a little more moist and do not let it dry out? Grüße aus Deutschland 😊

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thanks :) i usually don’t do anything differently but ideally just don’t leave them in water for too long to reducd the shock :)

[@laurawarlick2015]

This is very helpful! If the nodes don’t seem to meet the moss pole is it helpful to use a small zip tie to hold the node in place until it grows long enough and attaches to the pole by itself? Still learning. Thank you for your great videos!

[@sydneyplantguy]

Yes :) or even tie it with twine to the pole :) whatever works for u :)

[@bellagraciano4745]

Omg where have you been all my life lol! I love your videos and your plants are just so beautiful. Is that a Manjula pothos on your left😮?

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thanks :) yes it is :)

[@shannonjohnson891]

I love all of your videos. The short ones are nice when I don’t have much time. But the longer ones I watch when I’m getting ready for work each day. I have a question. How do you water just the bottom of the moss pole? I am a new plant mom. Thank you. 🪴

[@sydneyplantguy]

I use a pressure sprayer :)

[@sydneyplantguy]

& thank you:)

[@ashtonguillory2179]

Are you using the clear perforated planter cups or just the ones with drainage hole on bottom ? What do you prefer? Also when you grow a long the moss pole do all new nodules grow into the moss or at least the ones that are above your growing medium. What size cup is shown in the video. Thanks in advance.

[@marymaxwell669]

This is my go to video, I need it often, I want to ask you, when you say cuttings can grow for a long time in water as long as you provide nutrients. My question, what nutrients and how often . I watch you Very often, almost Daily. Thank You for your Grand advice,,,,,mary

[@bronsonpancita2216]

from your many videos.. i have learned a lot.. thank you.. let's green our environment..starting from the closest one..for the earth..as a better place to live..

[@sydneyplantguy]

Happy growing :)

[@virgilcalvert6321]

What is the large plant to your right, the variegated one. Really like your videos. Very informative. Keep up the good work.

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thanks :) it’s a manjula pothos :)

[@sarahreichenbach2987]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge! How do I know which plants to pot like this or to pot without a pole?

[@sydneyplantguy]

Climbers get a pole, crawlers don’t :) just google their name to find out or judge by the growth pattern :) can highly recommend searching for the plant on IG or TikTok too to see how others are growing that plant :)

[@aaronvonseggern]

Great Video! I think shorter videos like this might be a good addition to your content as a sort of starting off point for people who want to get the most important information quickly instead of sitting through longer in depth guides. I personally enjoy both types of videos and definitely think they both warrant a spot in your upload schedule! :) Something I've also missed are the plant spotlights, any chance of them coming back? I've got a gigas thats about 35cm tall and has around 8 nodes. Do you think i should cut it into 2 node cuttings and pot it up then or would this somewhat larger plant also work on a moss pole as is?

[@sydneyplantguy]

The plant spotlights are coming back, but they’ll be improved on hehe :) i’d always start the plant on a pole when it’s small so it can take full advantage of it. If the plant is 35cms tall already it’ll be halfway up the pole already withiut having utilised the pole :) also a great opportunity to multi-plant for a lush pole in the future :)

[@aaronvonseggern]

ohh I'm looking forward to it! I think you're right, I'll try and take a few cuttings from it :) @@sydneyplantguy

[@arishaarisha9158]

Очень красиво. В опоре находится только мох, ничего не добавляете?

[@LukePlant526]

Omg so good so intresting what do you recommend growing alocasia’s

[@sydneyplantguy]

I grow all my alocasias in my aroid mix as per my potting mix tutorial :)

[@LukePlant526]

@@sydneyplantguy ok thank you

[@zizarazzaq9888]

👍🏻❤️💚

[@cheesechaos]

Would you expect the root ball to dry out a bit more quickly since there isn't as much substrate within the roots to retain moisture? I guess the roots would also have a lot more air around them because of the little pocket they form. Eventually the roots will work into the substrate and moss, so I don't think it's a big consideration long term. I wonder in the short term if you'd have to water more frequently. I see 2 ways where short tutorials work well: specific searches and reminders. They tend to be a lot more focused, and I think that synergizes with searches pretty well. If I want to know how to do a specific thing, I tend to enjoy the under 10 min videos on that single topic. Sometimes it's nice to have information that's brief and straight to the point. The shorter durations are also nice as refreshers for things you've already seen before. I want to say that you've covered most of the stuff from this video in other videos. Even so, a periodic reminder is nice to have to keep certain ideas or pieces of advice fresh as you jump into your next task/project. I like longer form videos in 3 situations. Sometimes a topic just requires more explanation. A 10 minute video would not do it justice. Sometimes it's more relaxing to have a lower effort, longer form video where you just tag along for the ride. Then specifically for tutorial videos, I tend to like long form videos when I'm brand new to a topic, and I don't know what I don't know. I'm not sure what to look for, so show me everything! Getting to see lots of information in one place gives a solid starting point from which I can branch out. Then I can track down shorter videos that cover specific things from the longer video in more detail.

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thank you :) yes that was my intention with the shorter videos, but I'll do some longer ones too :) I don't adjust my watering based on where the cutting came from but I definitely wouldn't want it to dry out :) i keep it consistently moist

[@SativaVerte]

Okay my friends r in Australia and might bring me back those Bunnings containers since they don’t ship to USA what is the size of that clear pot that u fit those moss poles in??!! Thank u love your work and your cat!

[@sydneyplantguy]

I use 20cm and 14cm for my poles :)

[@amberfrazier575]

Can I plant Velcro my moss pole to the outside of my pot? My monstera deliciosa is already potted not as chunky as I like. I don’t want to stress out by removing the soil or taking it from the pot and I’m afraid the moss pole watter will over water my pot.

[@charlyebearden2737]

@sydneyplantguy what size spagmoss bale do I need for 10 moss ploes? I have a larger monstera. Most of my pothos, monstera, and philodendron are small.

[@sydneyplantguy]

Depends on the size of your pole. I use approx. 500g of dried moss for 6 of them

[@evremn]

I was wondering if we have a climbing plant that is well embedded into its moss pole, if we were to cut between the nodes of the attached vine would those cuttings have new and denser growth?

[@sydneyplantguy]

Yes :) i have a video where I do thag with my monstera albo in my moss pole playlist:)

[@oliverfries4973]

More of this short stuff is welcome :-)

[@wandawilson6266]

Hello from Ontario. Weather here is starting to get cooler. Winter is on its way😢. Im just starting to get going with airode plants. An ive been watching your vlogs an learning alot. But i dont recall even seeing what size pots to use when potting up . What size do i use ? Or is best ?

[@sydneyplantguy]

HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT POT - let's talk about pot sizes (it's easier than you might think) kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJrUXop6gp2Disk

[@y0nd3r]

Monsteras turn to face the sun and leave the back side of the moss pole empty. Can you put a low light plant on that side, like pothos and have them share a pole and pot?

[@KusiniJyothiPriyanka]

Can u ping a video related to moss pole u made this looks cool

[@sydneyplantguy]

They are all in my Moss Pole Playlist:)

[@KusiniJyothiPriyanka]

Will check they thank u

[@jholga2]

Have you ever used pots intended for orchids (clear with slots on the sides to give more air flow)? If so, was it successful?

[@sydneyplantguy]

I haven't but given roots love aeration it's definitely a good idea :) you will just have to water more frequently :)

[@JonHarder-m2t]

Did you make your own wire pieces to attach the plant to the moss pole and if so, could you elaborate? What wire grade would I have to buy to make these? I saw Amazon sells something, which I purchased but it doesn't look like yours. Thank you

[@sydneyplantguy]

It’s just a piece of wire I already had shaped into a little U :) i think it’s appeox 1mm gauge but honestly don’t overthink it, any wire should do :) or even a bobby pin or a paper clip etc :)

[@madmyers8356]

My plants are putting out smaller leaves since I put them on moss poles (about 2 months ago) I’m not sure if this is normal please help!!

[@oppgard]

How do you water the moss pole in just the lower part? Do you spray water on it? But that doesn't get water all the way to the back. I've seen how you can water from the top of the pole, but not how to water just partially.

[@sydneyplantguy]

I usually just water from the top even if the plant hasn’t reached that far yet. Also keeps it moist for longer so less work :)

[@semmett22]

Can you do a video that would follow this? Like when/how to water when it starts rooting on the moss pole, in stages maybe? I think my first attempt is going badly, the newest leaf of my monstera a is turning black before it even came out, but the other leaves aren’t?!

[@sydneyplantguy]

Check out my moss pole playlist:)

[@sydneyplantguy]

Regarding rhe monstera - sometimes plants abort a leaf in favour of focusing on root growth

[@markdanielandallo-te2zg]

Can I request a video? About variegation cuz I got my first Florida beauty and I don't know how Iam going to take care of it, how aim I going to maintain the varigation

[@sydneyplantguy]

Variegation is a tricky topic & not all variegation is the same. Ultimately I don’t know enough about it to make a video on it. But pretty sure with the florida beauty the variegation is random, so you just gotta hope for the best & if not happy with the variegation you can propagate the plant hoping for the new shoots to show more

[@slinkyboo-boo]

🪴🌿🪴please ... cutting to pole.🐈‍⬛

[@msrubio33]

Sorry if you've already answered this. Can you / have you used an UN-rooted cutting before? This was my first time and I totally didn't even think about this until after I made 3 poles. In my limited knowledge, I know it will take longer to root than if I had propagated it in water first...but HOW long??? 😬If you have done this, can you tell me your experience on how long it took to root and if it was successful? I started a Marble Queen Pothos, a Philodendron Micans and a Silver Sword Philodendron. TIA!!

[@sydneyplantguy]

I always root the plants first & then pot them up. Timeframe is very situational and really depends on the conditions they are in :)

[@msrubio33]

@@sydneyplantguy thanks for responding!!

[@headscottdeinuronkel4219]

Why does your Adansonii btw look so different than mine? It has many holes inside each leaf, but none on the edges. My biggest leaf is 32cm (12.6 inches) long.

[@sydneyplantguy]

Monstera is a confusing genus and to my knoweldge there are a few different subspecies of adansonii. Mine is subspecies laniata

[@Yolandas-Lounge]

What is the best moss that I can purchase from Amazon. I'm from the US

[@sydneyplantguy]

Don’t think any of them are great… from what I’ve seen they aren’t made from actual moss. I’d recommend making them yourself as per my tutorial :)

[@markmullinsii7026]

since you can't crunch test the plastic backed poles, how do you know when to water?

[@sydneyplantguy]

I just touch the front to see if the moss is still moist

[@markmullinsii7026]

@@sydneyplantguy so it's not like dealing with plants in soil at all? moss drys all the way to the center

[@katrinapilapil8421]

What fertilizer do you use? What brand?

[@sydneyplantguy]

Gt foliage focus, it’s linked in the description :)

[@uglybut_cute]

How do I make your moss pole that u pot it with the plant.

[@sydneyplantguy]

They are linked in the description

[@CarinaKeKz]

my left ear thanks you xD (the audio is skewed buddy!)

[@sydneyplantguy]

My sound seems fine 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Cafe.ide1]

What's the composition of your soil?

[@sydneyplantguy]

There’s a link to my potting mix tutorial in the description :)

[@supertaj1800]

Can you start a cutting mid Moss pole?

[@sydneyplantguy]

Technically you can :) i even have plants on poles without a pot. Just not sure why u’d do that … gives the plant less space to mature beforenit reaches the top :)

[@supertaj1800]

​@@sydneyplantguywow Jan! Greatly appreciate the response. I have a melanochrisom and the middle of the pole is very empty. I was thinking of putting a bunch of Mican cuttings in the pole to help fill in but I've never seen it done. Happy days. Thanks

[@happyir8]

How to make this plastic moss pole?

[@sydneyplantguy]

I buy them from Grow Vertical (linked in description)

[@myhobbiesgalore]

I am interested in moss polls but am scared

[@sydneyplantguy]

No need to be scared … it’s just mesh with moss in it. There’s much scarier things in life … like life itself :)

[@pudik2008]

Your Gigas needs to have a good talk to my Gigas,to stop being a baby and to grow up! 😅 Seriously,it’s been on the moss pole for 10 months and growing at snails pace! I did like the short video on a specific subject! 💚🪴🍃 Natalie

[@sydneyplantguy]

Thank you :) try giving it a little more light maybe?:)

[@pudik2008]

@@sydneyplantguy I’ll do that, thank you!