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@Idplantthat avatar @Idplantthat · 4w
Well, what can I say? I ran out of spots today in my overflow containers, so when my impulse Japanese strawberries came 🍓, I’m so excited, you guys! My Japanese strawberries 🍓 are Momo Ichigo; Kaorino; Akihime; Japanese Angel strawberries. 🍓 So this was the solution to my problem. 🤦‍♀️🤣 My dogs don’t use this old pool anymore. So I drilled holes, filled it, and made it into a hidden strawberry garden in my backyard. 🤣🐝🌸🩵. I’m going to just copy and paste some quick Google definitions on them if anyone is interested. Momo Ichigo (Peach Strawberry - 桃薫): Native to Tokushima, these rare berries have a distinct, subtle peach aroma and flavor. They are highly juicy, mildly sweet, and not overly sugary, delivering an incredibly refreshing profile. Kaorino (かおり野): Translated as "scented field," this award-winning variety from Mie Prefecture is famous for its vibrant floral fragrance and honey-like sweetness. It is exceptionally low in acidity with a long conical shape and firm, juicy flesh. Akihime (あきひめ): Developed in Shizuoka, this is one of Japan’s most popular varieties. It is distinguished by its elongated shape and melt-in-your-mouth soft flesh. It is wonderfully sweet with minimal tartness, making it a favorite for both fresh eating and "all-you-can-eat" farm tours in Japan. Angel Strawberries (天使のいちご - Tenshi no Ichigo / Awayuki): These luxurious, pale white to blush-pink strawberries have red seeds. Despite their unripe appearance, they are remarkably sweet, soft, and have a unique flavor profile that sets them apart from traditional red berries. For anyone interested in finding these here is where I got them. https://. #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #Strawberry #PlantAddict #TheThread #TheWateringHole #PlantTherapy #PetsAndPlants #PlantCorner #BeforeAndAfter
@Malagueña avatar @Malagueña · 1d
Hello blooming plant people. I hope you are all well. Here is a black-eyed Susan plant that I saw today. #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict #NewGrowth #TheWateringHole #BlackEyedSusans
@Idplantthat avatar @Idplantthat · 5d
Thought I’d share a few little buddies! The first two Hoyas are some new buddies: Hoya bird of paradise and a Hoya Meredithii (Gunung Kapi), the other a purple-vein alocasia; and then my little cute Dino anthurium had a beautiful companion pop up. I rarely get back into the very back of my greenhouse, so I was excited to see it. 😂 #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict #NewGrowth #PropagationStation #TheThread #TheWateringHole #PlantTherapy #GrowLights #PetsAndPlants #PlantCorner #PlantShelfie #RarePlants #PlantID
@Ms.Persnickety avatar @Ms.Persnickety · 11h
#TheWateringHole #HappyHumpDay How are y’all on this lovely Wednesday? I cannot believe that it’s already afternoon. Anyway it’s time to pay attention to some plants in the oasis! A few even might need a little water, go figure. Different subject. My neighbor retired, this past Monday was her last day. She had two plants in her office, one a huge Pothos the other a lovely Sanseveria someone gifted her, and she will be keeping, The Giant Pothos I‘ve inherited since she said she has no idea how to take care of this plant, no matter how much I tried to assure her that these are the easiest plants to care for. (She’s a cat 🐈‍⬛ person) The maintenance man took care of the plants she had been keeping in her office. Well now I have a huge Pothos sitting on my shelf. News from the Oasis, while I was inspecting the cacti yesterday I came across this dude (Mammillaria Bocasana) still producing little cute flowers!! The Mammillaria Matudae is still flowering as well. Once the spent blooms all dried out and turn brown I will have to remove them, since I don’t want to grow seeds. As some of you might remember, my energy level has been missing for the past few weeks. I have diagnosed myself; I‘ve come to the conclusion that I‘m suffering from a severe case of „Task Paralysis“. Since my energy level is practically nonexistent. Or maybe I just need to have my head examined!! On that note have a great rest of the Week everyone and take care, stay cool 😜!! TheWateringHole @BuffCaperspurge @CutePolypremum @DanDenMan @DreamMachine @FunBoglaurel81 @HFplantoasis @HummingbirdMint @Idplantthat @ILoveMyPlants @Jadedbelle @Jujube @Luckeecharm1 @ModestCoconut13 @Ms.Persnickety @newplantgirlies @Preciousplants1 @princesspitstop @QuickKalopanax @sarah10orio @Shells_Garden @SillyPlantGirl @SizableSuncup20 @smushface @SolaceInSunshine @RefinedSandwort @Ponytailmom @MusicalRedmint @MamaLinnei @KaylaG2010 #TheWateringHole Tags 🏷️: @CutePolypremum @AC73LoveCats @theloveofplants @ILoveMyPlants @TheOddAsity @SweetAzurebluet @MariansOasis @Babevila @Ms.Persnickety @FitBrowallia @JenniferNoel @LaLaslovlies @debbiedo @PrizedShadscale @AmusingRedhill @Pineapplemom @Popcornjoness @idplantthat @preciousplants1 @Sassylimey @TRose @GracedStrapwort @Prentyce @Motheroforchids @BuffCaperspurge @PrincessPitStop @Plants_Galore @PioneerRutabaga @blueberrypie @motheroforchids @refinedsandwort @elk @baobab_zig @dogs-equal-joy @TheConservator @littlesongbird @toounique1 @PHILO @DreamMachine @ponytailmom @GreenPurpose @4leafbec @SunflowerSunset @Dawgfreak @MockingJay @Luckeecharm1 @IWantThatPlant @antsinurplants @mamalinne @jho @mtplantlady @stephonicle @shadowbxrbaby @TidyTigerpear @LucidAgapanthus @Forbes57 @Just1More @BESucculent @holylacealoe @CactusAdjacent @ZappyLilac84 @ToMuchPlants @UberCoccoon22 @YesWaiuatua7 @plantcatfinatic @jellyjellz @maci.in.bloom @HummingbirdMint @GrowMyPretties @SoothingCacto90 @TryAnahaw60 @EcoPlantLover @TooUnique1 @StoutTwister88 @SlinkyFivespot8 @Malagueña
@BEsucculent avatar @BEsucculent · 2w
It’s figgy time! #HappyPlants #SucculentLove #SucculentSquad #TheWateringHole @DreamMachine @Idplantthat @MariansOasis @princesspitstop @debbiedo @Ms.Persnickety
@ILoveMyPlants avatar @ILoveMyPlants · 1w
#HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict #PlantIDI #NewGrowth #PlantTherapy #RarePlants #OutdoorGrowing #OutsidePlants #TheWateringHole Hi guys and gals 🤚 We just got through 3 wet day ☂️🌼☂️ Today its beautiful so glad we came for my BD it’s been awhile 😔😔 I walked to Pecks Pond today looking for the Sundews ,Pitcher plants.Butterworts 🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️ But did find two cool things sorry one is out in water our boat is gone looking for another. The picture with the grass island I swear, I see a yellow and orange flower. Check the purple flowers out they are blooming on the ferns .
@Malagueña avatar @Malagueña · 1w
Hello wonderful plant people. I hope you and your plans are doing very well. I saw this beautiful tree today. I think it’s a crêpe myrtle? Is that correct? @AdonicKohleria2 @applepie @BabeVila @BuffCaperspurge @CutePolypremum @DanDenMan @DreamMachine @FunBoglaurel81 @GoodLecanora84 @HFplantoasis @HummingbirdMint @Idplantthat @ILoveMyPlants @Jadedbelle @Jujube @Luckeecharm1 @ModestCoconut13 @Ms.Persnickety @newplantgirlies @Preciousplants1 @princesspitstop @QuickKalopanax @sarah10orio @Shells_Garden @Shewolf5 @SillyPlantGirl @SizableSuncup20 @smushface @stephongreg @TopCoriander6 @4eva @BEsucculent @BuffGrapeivy67 @DearOrchid79 @debbiedo @doctorgoom @GreatestYuzu9 @HolyLacealoe @Jho @Kaitlinfaith_ @katewarner @KaylaG2010 @maci.in.bloom @Maddy22 @MusicalRedmint @Ochapkin @Ponytailmom @PJsGarden @PetCigarplant23 @Ochapkin #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #SucculentLove #WeirdPlants #PlantCorner @BuffCaperspurge @CutePolypremum @DanDenMan @DreamMachine @FunBoglaurel81 @GoodLecanora84 @HFplantoasis @HummingbirdMint @Idplantthat @ILoveMyPlants @Jadedbelle @Jujube @Luckeecharm1 @ModestCoconut13 @Ms.Persnickety @newplantgirlies @Preciousplants1 @princesspitstop @QuickKalopanax @sarah10orio @Shells_Garden @Shewolf5 @SillyPlantGirl @SizableSuncup20 @smushface @stephongreg @TopCoriander6 @4eva @BEsucculent @BuffGrapeivy67 @DearOrchid79 @debbiedo @doctorgoom @GreatestYuzu9 @HolyLacealoe @Jho @Kaitlinfaith_ @katewarner @KaylaG2010 @maci.in.bloom @Maddy22 @MusicalRedmint @Ochapkin @Ponytailmom @PJsGarden @PetCigarplant23 @Ochapkin #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #SucculentLove #WeirdPlants #PlantCorner #thewateringhole
@Idplantthat avatar @Idplantthat · 3w
I normally wouldn’t make a post like this, but I wanted to share this with you all. Please take it as just me explaining monosilic acid vs. potassium silica. I’ve seen a lot of people who have been asking but don’t fully understand. So I just hope this can help. *Beyond the Hype: Monosilicic Acid vs. Potassium SilicateSubtitle: The actual chemistry of plant armor and soil health. 1: The Core Problem with Garden GossipThe Myth: "Silica is a chemical hype product that builds up salts and ruins plants long-term."The Reality: Silicon is the 2nd most abundant element in the Earth's crust. Nature uses it to build plant skeleton and defense systems.The Confusion: Not all silica bottles are created equal. Mixing up the forms of silica leads to terrible advice. 2: The Two ContendersContender A: Potassium Silicate (\(K_{2}SiO_{3}\))An old-school, industrial, raw mineral salt.Contender B: Monosilicic Acid (\(H_{4}SiO_{4}\))A highly refined, bio-available organic molecule.The Golden Rule: Plants can only absorb Monosilicic Acid. 3: Potassium Silicate (The Heavy Salt)What it is: Raw silica melted down with potassium carbonate.How it works: It is a massive, complex molecule. The plant cannot absorb it directly; soil microbes must break it down over weeks into Monosilicic Acid first.The Danger: It is highly alkaline (pH of 11+). It dramatically spikes soil pH and leaves behind heavy potassium salt residues.The Result: If you don't flush your soil, this is the form that causes the nutrient lockouts people complain about. 4: Monosilicic Acid (The Specialized Tech)What it is: Fully bioavailable, pre-broken-down silica (like PowerSi).How it works: Because it is already in the exact form the plant requires, the roots absorb it instantly within minutes of application.The Safety: It is completely pH-neutral and highly concentrated. You use tiny, microscopic doses compared to raw salts.The Result: Zero salt buildup, zero soil pH drifting, and instant structural armor for the plant. 5: The "Marijuana Hype" Reality CheckThe Claim: "Silica is just a gimmick popularized by cannabis growers for fast growth."The Fact: High-value commercial growers adopted it because they invest heavily in laboratory testing and plant tissue analysis.The Agriculture Truth: Massive commercial agricultural operations use bioavailable silica on rice, wheat, and sugarcane to prevent lodging (falling over) and combat high-heat stress. 6: Physical Structural Density vs. Fake GrowthSynthetic Hormones (e.g., Superthrive): Artificially forces cells to stretch and grow longer. This can create weak, watery, floppy tissues that easily snap or burn in high heat.Monosilicic Acid: Deposits a rigid, glassy matrix inside the existing cell walls. It creates "leathery" leaves and thick stalks that mechanically block pests and lock in water during heatwaves. 7: How to Safely Use Silica Without LockoutPrioritize Rainwater: Rainwater is naturally soft and slightly acidic, which beautifully dissolves nutrients and keeps soil pH balanced. The "Weekly Weakly" Method: Feed lower, consistent doses of premium inputs rather than heavy, shock-inducing concentrations.Routine Flushes: A clean water flush every few months prevents any potential trace mineral accumulation, completely invalidating the "long-term death" myth. 8: Summary: Work with Chemistry, Not TrendsChoose Monosilicic Acid for instant absorption, zero salt buildup, and complete pH stability. Avoid Raw Silicate Salts if you want to prevent long-term soil crusting and nutrient lockout.Look at the Leaves: Thick stalks and un-tearable, leathery leaves don't lie. The plant's physical structure is the ultimate proof of health. The Planetary Reality Check (Earth's Crust Chemistry)The Science: Oxygen (46.1%) and Silicon (28.2%) are the top two most abundant elements in the Earth’s crust. Together, they make up 4 out of every 5 atoms available on the surface of the globe. What is Silica?: Silica is simply Silicon Dioxide (\(SiO_{2}\))—a natural bond of the two most common things on Earth.The Logic Gap: Claiming silica is an artificial "hype chemical" is like claiming water or oxygen is a fad. Earth is silica. The True "Hype" vs. Actual Plant ArchitectureSynthetic Vitamin Blends: Products relying heavily on synthetic growth hormones (like NAA/Auxins found in Superthrive) trick the plant into rapidly elongating its cells. This forces fast growth but creates weak, bloated cell tissue. Monosilicic Acid: Does not manipulate plant hormones. It provides the literal physical building materials. It places a solid, glassy layer between the plant's outer cuticle and cell walls.The Verdict: One stretches cells thin; the other reinforces them with physical structural armor. Here are some sites to look into if interested https:// https:// https:// #TheThread #TheWateringHole #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict #NewGrowth #PropagationStation #SucculentLove #PlantTherapy #GrowLights #NewPlantMom #OrchidLovers #PetsAndPlants #MonsteraMonday #PlantCorner #BeforeAndAfter #PestControl #PlantShelfie #RarePlants #Hoya
@BEsucculent avatar @BEsucculent · 2w
I’m sorry to say that I’m in the hospital having dislocated and broken my ankle while getting out of my car at the grocery store. Fortunately there were people ready to help and get me an ambulance and to the hospital. It looks like I’ll not be walking for the next five weeks and I’ll be in a senior living place and switching from there to the hospital. My daughter has come from New York to be with me but none of them are really plant people and Kate can’t be away from work that long. So I’m worried about my succulents. And I may not be able to have my puppies with me. So I’m trying to figure out a plan to get those two problems solved. I wonder if there are plant sitters like dog sitters which I may have found. Fortunately the plants don’t need much watering. But I miss my furry and greeny babies. @Idplantthat @MariansOasis @MockingJay @princesspitstop @debbiedo #SucculentSquad #TheWateringHole
@CutePolypremum avatar @CutePolypremum · 3d
Greg doesn't feel 😢 fun anymore...like it used to be. #happyplants #plantsmakepeoplehappy #gregplantshop #greggang #gregteam #thewateringhole #planttherapy
@Just1More avatar @Just1More · 5d
#TheWateringHole my twinkle fragrance fantasy, ready to bloom❤️
@Just1More avatar @Just1More · 1w
They’re back😭😭😭. After having eradicated them for about a year I took my plants back to my screened porch and planting my propagations to give way, I now have an impressive infestation of gnats. It’s always the propagations, and now I have 50 more plants than I want that I can’t give away until I get rid of these. I know the drill. Despite the infestation, I still think it’s well worth it to bring my plants out for the summer. I’m just here to vent. #TheWateringHole
@Luckeecharm1 avatar @Luckeecharm1 · 2w
My double Peonie bush really took off this year. She is so pretty. #TheWateringHole
@Malagueña avatar @Malagueña · 2w
Hello everyone. It’s a hot one in Central Florida today. The heat index is 111 with an actual heat of 94. It started raining out, and it is cooling things down a little. I moved to a very rural area of Florida many years ago. I took all the swamp photos that I post. This is a photo of the Withlacoochee River which is lined with thousands of Cypress trees and is near my house. This photo is located off a bike trail. I used to do a lot of Art shows and this photo was one of my business cards. @AdonicKohleria2 @applepie @BabeVila @BuffCaperspurge @CutePolypremum @DanDenMan @DreamMachine @FunBoglaurel81 @GoodLecanora84 @HFplantoasis @HummingbirdMint @Idplantthat @ILoveMyPlants @Jadedbelle @Jujube @Luckeecharm1 @ModestCoconut13 @Ms.Persnickety @newplantgirlies @Preciousplants1 @princesspitstop @QuickKalopanax @sarah10orio @Shells_Garden @Shewolf5 @SillyPlantGirl @SizableSuncup20 @smushface @stephongreg @TopCoriander6 @4eva @BEsucculent @BuffGrapeivy67 @DearOrchid79 @debbiedo @doctorgoom @GreatestYuzu9 @HolyLacealoe @Jho @Kaitlinfaith_ @katewarner @KaylaG2010 @maci.in.bloom @Maddy22 @MusicalRedmint @Ochapkin @Ponytailmom @PJsGarden @PetCigarplant23 @Ochapkin #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #SucculentLove #WeirdPlants #PlantCorner @BuffCaperspurge @CutePolypremum @DanDenMan @DreamMachine @FunBoglaurel81 @GoodLecanora84 @HFplantoasis @HummingbirdMint @Idplantthat @ILoveMyPlants @Jadedbelle @Jujube @Luckeecharm1 @ModestCoconut13 @Ms.Persnickety @newplantgirlies @Preciousplants1 @princesspitstop @QuickKalopanax @sarah10orio @Shells_Garden @Shewolf5 @SillyPlantGirl @SizableSuncup20 @smushface @stephongreg @TopCoriander6 @4eva @BEsucculent @BuffGrapeivy67 @DearOrchid79 @debbiedo @doctorgoom @GreatestYuzu9 @HolyLacealoe @Jho @Kaitlinfaith_ @katewarner @KaylaG2010 @maci.in.bloom @Maddy22 @MusicalRedmint @Ochapkin @Ponytailmom @PJsGarden @PetCigarplant23 @Ochapkin #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #SucculentLove #WeirdPlants #PlantCorner #thewateringhole
@Luckeecharm1 avatar @Luckeecharm1 · 3w
Here are some more…have a wonderful weekend everybody. #TheWateringHole
@Shells_Garden avatar @Shells_Garden · 3d
 #Syngonium #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict #TheWateringHole it was time to water all my Arrowhead plants today!!!! They are all looking pretty good and getting healthy again after battling a long round of thrips. I did lose 2 other plants but at least these survived!
@Ponytailmom avatar @Ponytailmom · 2w
Happy Friday Plant Peoples! 🪴🌺🌸 I found something I wanted to share with everyone! This guy has been 5 years without a single fungus gnat! 5YEARS! https:// I already have Neem cake so I’m gonna a try it (I happen to have found a silly single gnat in my house yesterday! I have only seen one, but one is too many as far as I’m concerned!) starting today! I will be the tester and keep you all posted on how it goes! #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PonytailPalm #HappyPlants #TheThread #TheWateringHole #fungusgnats 🪴🌺🌸
@Luckeecharm1 avatar @Luckeecharm1 · 3w
I sure am glad there are NO LIMITS to questions on Greg HA! I know absolutely nothing about these little buggers. The only thing I do know is when they’re splitting like they are do not water them. Can someone have a look please and tell me if these look normal or not? Should I be doing something else to them? I believe I read that when they split you should have two verses one. That hasn’t happened. They split and that’s it. The outer portion just dissipates. Thank you in advance. #TheWateringHole
@Malagueña avatar @Malagueña · 1w
Hello everyone. It’s another hot one, of course, in West Central Florida. 95° with the heat index of 106. No rain yet. I’m still working outside for a while. I bought a new Desert Rose and a beautiful pot, for it to go in, yesterday. Now I have three desert rose plants. I love those desert plants. #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict #PlantTherapy #TheWateringHole #OutdoorGrowing #SucculentLove
@DreamMachine avatar @DreamMachine · 1w
Possible pest on begonia