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[@SheffieldMadePlants]

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[@RangeGleasry]

What was the website for the trellis? Edit: my bad just found it in the description 😅

[@czerskip]

It might in fact be all the lights on that keeps you up at night… 🤔

[@elliehart-2point0]

😂

[@LLOriginal]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@LosAngelesLaura]

☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️😂😂😂😂😂same af!

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

😬

[@melfuz]

😂

[@duncanmackay310]

I have some of those Treleaf trellises and they are beautiful but ridiculously expensive.

[@lauradavison4044]

Maybe your plain wood will look a little un-aesthetic for a while but when it grows and fills out it should look just as stunning. I love the trellis they sent you.❤

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Thanks!

[@user-nonorm42]

Before Halloween I got 2 plastic skeleton hands from dollar store. They were tagged as tongs but now they are supporting my begonia and making the pot look like a grave 👻

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Like it!

[@victoriagill1588]

Downside mine has latched onto my painted wall 😬 My husband isn't thrilled

[@WalburgisLuppus]

😂

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Mine is starting to do the same too

[@delseatube1700]

You’re definitely my plant doctor. Thank you. 😁👍🏾

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Glad to help 😁

[@IthinkIneedAhug]

I just love the b roll of you showing off your plants to your friends and family, thats how i feel anytime I'm talking about plants, showing off my plants, or just close to plants lol

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Hehe gotta get something out of them

[@PlantPerson58]

Beautiful option to trellis a climbing plant. Thanks!

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

You bet!

[@elSethro]

Another option can be "rotating" your plants in a different sense - have a couple of spots in your house where they display nicely though the light is not ideal, and cycle your trellised plants so they spend a couple days a week on display, and the rest of the week in better light (while a different plant is on display). As a bonus, you get different plants "featured" in your display spots from day to day which makes things a bit more interesting. Also, it allows you to display plants in places with bad lighting, since they'll get more light for the rest of the week (and makes use of 'display' spots that you weren't already using for plants anyway, due to the low light). Finally, the additional time you spend moving plants around makes you more likely to notice issues, pests, et c. Best to check that the plant isn't too sensitive, though - some may not like to be moved, and as they get bigger and bigger, moving them twice a week might be less feasible.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Interesting idea 💡

[@Dwynfal]

I rotate plants for display regularly as I have a great display spot in my living room but the light is quite low. I don't want to put a grow light there as I have another light fixture that provides mood lighting I love. I've found that as long as the substrate is not sopping wet most of my plants do fine. Of course they don't grow but seem to be happy just to snooze in the shelving unit for a week or two. Jades, pothos, sansevierias, small philodendrons, agleonemas, zz, (some) peperomias & hoyas, various succulents, all have done fine! I don't water them, they spend a week or two on display where I enjoy them daily and then go back to their usual spot. I probably wouldn't do that with my divas, calatheas, anthuriums, etc, though! 😂

[@mwacks2011]

I put the trellis in the middle of the pot, and have the plant climbing up both sides. I turn it every week. That way I always have a nice view, and the leaves get enough light.

[@mikkibubble4711]

Those “zimmer frames” look REALLY cool, even without any lovely plants latching on ❤

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

👍👍👍

[@faithcomesbyhearing724]

Good class today. Your marble queens are beautiful. Have a blessed day.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@saritacruz3020]

I had to look up Zimmer frame and it's what we call a walker in the US.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

No idea it wasn’t the same 😂

[@windyacresway]

70 dollar shipping to Canada....No thanks a piece of cedar would do the same.

[@jglow8337]

Blame gas prices on Biden...

[@smajliiicka]

I use driftwood ae... Does the job and it's free ❤️

[@Alwaysherethere]

​@@jglow8337 Find another channel for comments like that!

[@windyacresway]

@@jglow8337 world wide.Biden must be the most powerful man in the world.

[@Dwynfal]

Yup, and if you want it fancy, go at it with a jigsaw!

[@daisymichele2666]

Honestly, your channel just gets better and funnier. Love it! For me, it makes, making mistakes (say that 3 times fast), easier to overcome. You said it! Didn't you?! Makes, Making, Mistakes🤣

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Tongue twister 😂

[@xfire13]

It's a shame their (Treleaf) shipping to Canada is so pricey. $73 shipping is outrageous.

[@carolinemarley8426]

Thank you!!! I've got two really beautiful Pothos'sss😂😂!!!! I'm going to try this!! Big hugs from my plants and me!!!!! ❤

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Wonderful!

[@realityjunky]

A seriously useful tutorial, thank you!!

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

My pleasure 😊

[@melaniehunter6612]

I would love to purchase the trellis by Treleaf but when shipping is $65 and I’m only in Canada, makes it a crazy expensive product. I think most people will find this unless they are in the US.

[@653j521]

Dupes?

[@angelabrown8458]

I hate to think what they cost to the UK!

[@LadyKej]

Okay, you got me. I’m sold!!!

[@WalburgisLuppus]

Me too! 😁 They look sturdy and well made and some are even painted. Wow!

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

😁

[@JB_Fraulein_Kunst]

Aww I'd love to buy some of these, but the UK shipping is almost as much as the cost of the trellis packs 😭

[@JB_Fraulein_Kunst]

​@@jennifermarlow.Thank you I will look out for that. Would any kind of varnish count as treated? Sorry that's probably a dumb question. Any wood types better than others?

[@jeanthornton2107]

Oof! Nicely timed just taken a cutting of my wee Adamsoonii or what ever it's called, I'll get a climbing thingue in the pot in the morning 🎉. Many thanks for all your wonderful hints and tips, my plants love you indirectly

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Thanks for watching 😁

[@kellychoo1]

Thank-you sir for sharing this info and Treleaf products. I will apply your tips to my plants. ❤️👍😊👏🙏

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

My pleasure 😊

[@sarifahschweizer7354]

We ❤ u Mr Sheffield , so as yr all yr plants ! They do need yr great sense of humour too ! ..😊

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Legend!

[@eamonnbarrett7995]

Quality advice as always

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Appreciate it!

[@joycerobbins7093]

Love your show and sense of humor.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Thanks!

[@RangeGleasry]

Yikes I recently spent a lot of time making a pole for my elderly pothos that I inherited and that was fifteen feet long. I did cut it back for two or three feet but now I realize I should cut it back a lotttttt more. Gonna go get myself a treleaf or similar then I guess

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

You’ve got this ✊

[@RangeGleasry]

Today you rvideo launched me into a morning of watching KZbin videos on how to make my own trellis out of the pole I already had and ended up reusing bamboo stakes and wire to turn the pole into a sort of trellis. And cut back some of the branches with more to come. I hope she’ll be happy 😭 it’s not as pretty as a treleaf but it is affordable and immediate!

[@nowistime8070]

you can always trim them back

[@karajalbert6074]

What do you do when your plant outgrows it's trellis?

[@wmpx34]

✂

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

The zellas are extendable

[@QueenGail]

I have been using the plastic stakes my lawn fertilizer co puts down to say stay off the grass , and now these stakes are going to replace them glad I could take part being in the states. I feel bad for my Canadian and UK neighbors with the high shipping costs. Blessings 💜💜

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

You won’t regret it 😁

[@QueenGail]

@@SheffieldMadePlants I won’t because I’ve been eyeing your plants on these before this video and I’m happy to have the opportunity to purchase some 🥰 Blessings 💜💚

[@EdVed206]

8:40 Couldn’t the problem of the plant growing and climbing up the trellis in the window but only seeing the backside of it be solved by having the plant grow up both sides of the trellis and rotating it??? It would still receive more light that way than way back in a room? - assuming no grow light added. Thanks for your helpful videos Mr Sheffield. I can’t wait to get some of these trellises!

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

You could but it wouldn’t be able to latch on. Unless you have 2 stems I guess. Not tried it 😅

[@sylvaincouture5776]

Hey! Love love love the product. But shipping fees in Canada are just insane! Sadly, I will pass.🙁😢

[@damamae950]

You're a very silly man ❤ Will try a trellis for my funky Philodendrons

[@scitor]

_"But Mr.Sheffield [...] the only thing I'd see is its behind and not the beautiful leaves"_ 🤣👍 The one thing that many don't get is, _you_ are there for the plants, not the other way around! They didn't ask to come to your place, it was you who decided to kidnap them from the warm greenhouses and cozy growlights 😁so, you care! ..and you make them happy first so they can make you happy, if that means putting them out the window (as you might not be just as bright😉), so be it... half my monstera sticks out behind the curtains and enjoys south window, but I always can turn them around for a while and boy do they shine ❤ thanks for the vid, your Adansonii is terrific ❤

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Excellent thank you 😁

[@damnitjohnn]

i was always wondering what trellis you used for your adonsonii and i’m very thankful because it’s perfect

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Great stuff 👍

[@kingachrzan7315]

Love your sense of humour 😂

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Marvellous 🤩

[@patricialeachman7562]

If u have a jigsaw I think I'll just make my own😂

[@harleyriderstitcher3951]

Love your videos- so very helpful and fun!

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Glad you like them!

[@erin5283]

I got one modular holiday bundle Black Friday specials at Treleaf and used your code!! Thank you so much! Looks like a cool company too. Everything they make is so beautiful! 🤩😊

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

My pleasure 😊. They are!

[@Krisna_Bali]

I saw the plant prefer non slippery wood or wall to climb up.

[@godlaster3182]

i can't watch your vids any more because youtube blocked me from watching any thing but it was fun watching your vids while it lasted ^.^

[@hangin-in-thereawesome4245]

I love your videos!!!

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Thank you 😊

[@susanpratt6344]

Checked the provided link out. Saw your discount but not the 40% off that you mentioned. ??

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

They have a bundles section

[@thelaughingface6159]

I have been using Treleaf supports and love them. I made some mistakes in the beginning by threading some leaves through the holds in the Treleaf. Sorry! I have a Florida Philodendren which grows side to side which I do rotate. It is quite tall now and looks beautiful. I can see that you have to choose which Treleaf support, to accommodate each particular type of plant. Thanks for answering my question about which way to face the plant if it is growing on a Treleaf support. I turn them around when company comes, or to treat myself occasionally to their beauty. One question I do have is this. I have 75 plants. I love the bottom watering and they are thriving. I put a large plastic tub in my sink and bottom water a few at a time. Often I am watering at night. Question: Is it OK to leave some overnight in the water, and sometimes with a light, liquid fertilizer in the water? I have been doing this for several months, and they all seem to thrive. But I wanted to check with you. Thanks for any help. Nancy Marano. USA - New Jersey

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Yes that shouldn’t be a problem. If they’re thriving then it’s all good 👍

[@dollycaldwell4938]

I ordered some....these are expensive , but beautiful....Ill see if I purchase more...My plants always face the sun......unless, of course, I am having visitors. At which time I turn them around so eveyone can say: "oh your plants are so wonderful". LOL

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Perfect 😁

[@Croblji]

Not shade nor anything, but its kind of expensive for just a wooden plank :/

[@bluestar.8938]

Thank you : )

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

You bet!

[@belindacrisp7078]

Gee they do look very nice. :)

[@ghengis430]

What do you do when you repot? Looks like it could be a bit scary.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

If it’s established and latched on its no problem

[@Robbokay]

what will you do when it reaches the top ? great video, Mister Sheffield .

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

You can extend them but eventually it’ll need chopping back

[@JoellenKirk-r7e]

I LOVE YOUR STAND UP ROUTINE 😂😂😂😂

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Thanks!

[@Heidi-Beth]

My photos wants to grow down instead of up...

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Naughty!

[@julieciffo6887]

What do you do when it's time to repot a plant that has grown up on a trellis?

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

I'd hold off for as long as possible and the try and keep it all together when doing it.

[@julieciffo6887]

@@SheffieldMadePlants Ha ha! That's what I was afraid of, but that trellis is so pretty l have to get one! Thank you, Mr. Sheffield!

[@kbm4409]

Awesome video. I have two pothos plants that are starting to throw a tantrum and giving me yellow leaves.. I'm going to have to repot because they've outgrown their current home. What can I use instead of the trellis to support them temporarily?

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Bamboo, bits of wood, anything tall really

[@ericschrecengost1387]

What about repotting with a trellis?

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

It’s not bad. Pull the whole thing out including the trellis and pop it into a new pot

[@mtilford7978]

Good ideas for supporting plants. My satin pothos has begun to attach itself to living room wall. Gently removing the suckers has removed tiny bits of painted surface! I now have it attached to an expanding piece of white painted trellis, from Amazon (or any UK garden centre). Such a shame you are promoting a product available in US without a viable alternative for UK viewer. Of course, there is always DIY with piece of suitable timber and a jigsaw . . .

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

If you know a uk alternative I’d happily be sponsored by them 😁

[@annafink2245]

I'm curious why you don't use moss poles with sphagnum moss so the ariel roots can attach and draw nutrients and the leaves get really big? It won't get as big without drawing more nutrition from the ariel roots.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

I've got a couple of newly set up ones. Finding the moss dries out quickly and it's hard to hydrate

[@francus7227]

Just here to feed the algorithm monsters.....

[@margaretclark4052]

Got to payment page and they are looking for 60 plus quid for postage' Sorry that is not affordable

[@NicoleJara445]

No. That doesn’t work if you don't have high humidity in the pole . My marble queen ataches to nothing so I am just trying spraying like a maniac with my coir pole...because they don't hold much humidity

[@MoniquePaquette-u9t]

But what happen when you have to change pots?

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

You can change the pot easily. All stays in place

[@painetdldy]

zimmer frame ... there's a new one 👵

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

🤣

[@LikaPyramid]

I would like to buy some sansi growlights but i see that their webiste only accepts creditcard payments or applepay and such but i dont have these methods of paying. But even id i manage to obtain such a light, how many watts would i need for a big dracaena marginata kiwi plant for example? Or for a big epinembrum?

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

30w would work

[@LikaPyramid]

@@SheffieldMadePlants Great thanks!

[@gushanana]

Is the adansonii staked to a regular or grand treleaf Zella?(there are two sizes!)

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Grand

[@gushanana]

@@SheffieldMadePlants thank you!

[@nebianebia9932]

why you aren't my neighbor, i come every day for advice ☺

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

😂😂😂

[@Lunipu]

melanocrisis 😂😂

[@17711bellybutton]

It’s $69 shipping to Uk so sadly not great for anyone who doesn’t live in the US .

[@LosAngelesLaura]

Melanocrisis ☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 I literally busted out laughing, Sheffield!!!!!

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

😂😂😂

[@_evangelina__]

When you ‘show off’ in front of friends and family, there’s no sign of friends and family. That’s exactly how I show off: don’t really care what they say just grow my Babies with great love and care. 💚🐍🪴🌱

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Sad isn’t it 😂

[@_evangelina__]

@@SheffieldMadePlants Nerd (;

[@tastebud_hero4473]

I’ve been looking for a trellis for a while and loved the look of this product - especially the modular Zella. Unfortunately shipping to Australia cost more than the product 😔. The search continues…

[@nikkilovell2992]

I’m in Australia too. Nearly fell off my chair after spending a stupid amount of time picking the perfect trellis’s, I was so excited after saving up based on the advertised prices I had seen, then BAM…. At Checkout and the shipping is added. I can do without them too! Pricing themselves out of the market

[@ohmahglobyouguyz8732]

Gutted treleaf are in America. If it wasn't for the import fees, I would totally buy a few. *cries in British* 😭 Does anyone know of a UK based alternative?

[@WalburgisLuppus]

Maybe an opportunity to start an import relationship? I will have to check them out.

[@sowemovedhere]

Nice! I’ve put off getting supports because I think moss poles are ugly and canes are too flimsy! I was eyeing your trellises in a recent video!

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Great stuff 👍

[@nikkireigns]

I think you’ve just solved my Christmas gift dilemma for myself, my mom and my aunts! Thanks ❤

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Perfect!

[@saritacruz3020]

Moss poles can be kind of ugly, so I'll check out these trellises 😊

[@jpp7783]

Yes, I find moss poles really unappealing.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Amen!

[@francesc1331]

$45 for a trellis???!!!???

[@QueenGail]

They have a few for $24 😅

[@biba350]

Perfect timing I've have jade plant this way its top heavy not sure what to do I've gathered the branches the best i can and tide them to pull them together

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Sounds great!

[@mamabear4576]

Cedar fence plank, and some drill bits for me... thank you very much. LOL

[@carolpragides1337]

Which Zella size are u using for ur pothos-the 1.5” width or 3” width? Thx so much for the info!

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

1.5"

[@AWEdio]

Hmmm. Not importing Treleaf from the US. My phaladendron is growing round my moss pole and every so often I untie it all and coil it a bit tighter. Grows beautifully, has big leaves... Guess it's ok

[@ab.collage]

I had a pothos next to my tv cabinet and it climbed up the side and all the way across to the window on the other side. The leaves were huge! I felt like an asshole when I moved and had to unstick it.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Amazing plants aren’t they

[@writegirl2937]

Sir Richard. Philodendron Melania-CRISIS!!🤣🤣🤣 You never cease to amaze us!😂🪴

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

🤣🤣🤣

[@bedtimebiblechat7152]

My adansonii is very long and I have it on a metal arbor but it's not getting larger leaves so can I cut it back ( how far back ) and put one of those beautiful stakes in it? Can I then take the clippings and fill in the pot to thicken it up? Thanks!

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Yea to all that 👍

[@riches76]

“Mr Sheffield” You have great content. I’ve watched so many now I need to go back and like them. Some twice. Great content and I’m not sure if it’s because we are both Richard but you are very informative and funny simultaneously! Thanks for all the tips

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

I appreciate that!

[@nevafitzgerald2402]

I love your show ! Your information is always very helpful , for instance my prayer plant was on its last leg and with your help I now have 3small healthy plants that are growing up nicely, they are now about8" high.THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THAT ,KEEP THE VIDEOS COMING☀☀☀🙆🇺🇸

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Excellent. Glad I could help

[@WalburgisLuppus]

Wow. This seems revolutionary.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

They’re great

[@WalburgisLuppus]

​@@SheffieldMadePlants👍🏻

[@scented-leafpelargonium3366]

I use green bamboo canes for supporting small plants in my greenhouse, which they do need, but in the past few weeks with the damper cooler winter weather the canes are covered in mildew and spreading to the plants. 🤯 Not sure what to do on limited budget.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Hmm not sure what to suggest

[@barbarabennett519]

Thanks! Such a great idea. Do the wooden supports also work for Pothos and Hoyas?

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Pothos yes. Not tried Hoya yet

[@eps4560]

All this plant support talk has only inspired me to buy new bras to strap my girls up better. Thanks.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

🤔

[@jamesa7506]

Do you ever have any problems with the trellised plant becoming too top heavy or the stakes being insufficient to hold up itself and plant, especially when you start to add the extensions on?

[@elSethro]

I would definitely expect/plan for that. Would definitely help to use a heavier pot (or cover pot over the nursery pot). Could also tie the trellis itself onto something.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Yeah plan ahead with your pot choice. It’s easy enough to repot once the plant is attached though

[@jamesa7506]

​@@elSethro👍

[@jamesa7506]

​@@SheffieldMadePlants👍

[@mariepatterson7804]

I have sooo many plant lights I’m surprised you can’t see me

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

😂

[@SarahWilson-yy5bf]

Taking a break from Everything going on... In politics and all manner of news. No better way to do that than to come and hang out with Mr. Sheffield and his friends...lol

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

👍👍👍

[@SarahWilson-yy5bf]

Mr Sheffield..you are providing a great service to all of us. The joy and Sometimes Disappointment that comes with raising plants with your knowledge cant be minimalized. As you said in your recent email...this is such a boon to our stressful lives. We need to spread the word...start with a few plants. Try it! you will like it! ...

[@Bonginspector69]

Do you not watch any other KZbinrs? How could you not know

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

What you referring to?

[@wongyuenmei8546]

Thank you so much for the tips ❤ now I know what to do for my plants

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Happy to help!

[@sandyloyst1811]

Love and Peace.

[@Alwaysherethere]

That's a good idea!😊

[@barbaraharvey6896]

Mr Shefield, I had a crown bloom, ever heard of this?

[@barbaraharvey6896]

that's Croton!

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Not had it myself

[@MaybeTiberius]

the most one mistake i ll regret is coming from sydney plant guy, the way of taking a cutting. and its mindblowing if you think about it. if you take a fresh cut and put it in water, you kind of revert it back to a new small plant. but if you air layer the plant first and make the cutting root before you cut it while its still attached to the plant, it ll get supported by the entire plant below meanwhile putting out more growth and then you prune and you have a full established plant as a cutting because it already has a root system. its like you re cutting established plants out of your plant. why cutting first and then letting it root if you can just do it the other way around. it really made me question myself why i was doing it like this because at least on aroids, taking a cutting and then place it in water makes zero sense. air layering first is just so much better

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Thanks I need to experiment with that. Sounds like extra work but worth a go

[@MaybeTiberius]

@@SheffieldMadePlants its really not, you just take...any type of container, some plastic drinking cup or jogurt cup, cut it open on one side and put a hole in the bottom so you can put it over a plant stem node. but anything will do, you just somehow have to make sure some moist moss can stick to the stem. you could prob. even wick a moist paper towel around the node. just make it root before you cut it

[@annalee2604]

Useful tip, thanks!

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

My pleasure 😊

[@gofigure4920]

Get yourself a nice piece of flat long wood. Drill large to medium holes throughout. Use black electric tape to rap around the bottom of the wood that wood go under the dirt as to waterproof it. And you are done. 😊👍🏻