I'm so excited to finally grow some large leaves on my plants. 😍

The effort you took for the video 😮

We have been using the same system as “Sydney plant guy “ for two years. Most of the roots grow IN the pole not in the pot / substrate. Water once a week even in 40 degree centigrade/ 100f. Have done the cut and extend when the poles get over 1800mm / 6 feet a few times. Only have 8 poles which can all fit in the large shower once a week. No glass house just a sunny room

Re. Moss poles: My technique is not to use them ASAP. Instead, I plant at one edge of the pot, and encourage the Monstera or Raphidophora for example, to crawl to the other edge of the pot where a moss pole awaits it. The idea behind this is the new aerial roots go into the soil immediately so I get a healthier, stronger plant, with a far thicker stem before it starts to climb. This, BTW is also what they do in nature, most aeroids aren't born against a tree, rather near a tree. This method of getting plants to crawl 15-20 cms / 1 ft, in addition to giving them lots of light, creates shorter internodal spaces, bushier plants, and larger leaves. The stem stays ON TOP of the soil, of course. I can definitely tell my plant is more mature, than it would have been if I put it on a pole straight away, because once it begins to climb the pole, the internodal spaces are a bit longer and the stem becomes a little bit thinner than on the crawling portion. So far, I use stackable wooden stake poles, similar to the coco pole you showed, but covered with moss. My next purchase after seeing your results, will be the Lazy pole.

Great video :) thanks for the shoutout :)

Hi Kristina. I appreciate the level of detail you went into for this video. You did a great job of comparing the poles and their pros/cons. We've been using DIY poles for a year now that we learned how to make from Jan's videos (wire mesh with moss). We've modified our newer ones to the "D-shaped" poles with a plastic back that REALLY cut down on the watering needs for the poles. Our plants love them both and have grown like crazy on them.

I make my own lazy poles and they're by far the best. The plastic backing helps the moss to stay moist for quite a long time and I get amazing results with them. Plus, whenever I have to take a top cutting, it's already very well rooted and established.

New favorite person and content creator within five seconds- I’m passed impressed 🌸❤️

WOW! I really love your experiments. I know it takes months and effort, but it hasn't gone unnoticed. Thank you for all your time. I'm now considering trying my own experiment with a mole pole.

That's a great comparison! I'm using mostly the DIY moss poles from the @sydneyplantguy tutorial and I am pretty happy with the results. I also tried some others, like the Plant Scraper or simple trelluses, but the classic moss pole will be my favourite, as I like to have the same watering routine for all my bigger plants.

Watching you do your hobby makes me smile and you seem to be enjoying it so much. 👍😸 Keep it up. ☺️

Nice comparison. I’ve about 2 years into my moss pole journey. I’ve come to the conclusion that I now only use moss poles for plants I want to chop and extend to get to maturity. I 100% suggest the D shaped poles. They retain moister better and the roots really thrive in the pole. Since they are segmented, very easy to find the optimal place to chop and are sturdy. For everything else, I’ve moved on to wood, specifically drift wood, for the aesthetics. All plants will size up nicely when you let them climb. The question we all face is what do you do when they reach the top? As mine get close, I now air layer the plant and either repaint the top I cut, or make a new plant to gift/trade/sell.

I bought a similar version of the lazy pole. Im in England so the plastic backing keeps moisture in a lot longer and i love the fact you can see the roots.

I so wanted to like some type of moss pole because I see the value of extending the root system but I finally came to terms that they aren’t for me. But I love hearing how people are using them and it’s even better when they’re happy with the results. Great video. So fun to watch. Love your content.

This video was great! I wanted to do similar experiment myself so Im glad I dont have to now 😄👏🏻👍🏻

Hi Kristina, well-done experiment! I use either plantme moss poles or different brands if the lazy moss pole (thiccly etc., but I like the look and stability of the black plantme pole better. Look at the plantme wevsite - there you can get it cheaper, with a more stable stand and in various diameters. To avoid drying out you can now also buy small plastic backings to insert in the poke. I just use plasic foil wrapped around half the pole. Both poles are easier to extend than the self-watering ones.The lazy pole is a bit easier to get the roots oht when propagating. And my additional game changer: I use a gardena indoor self-watering system to water all the poles in my biggest plant spot at once. Pricey, but you can automatically water up to 32 plants!

amazing video thank you! i have only used lazy poles so far + have been very happy with them!! my husband randomly commented on how much he liked the look of plants on the lazy poles just yesterday, lol.

I feel lucky when I watch your new video 😍 so much of fun so much of enjoy and of laugh haha youre so so special , i watch a lot of channels on youtube in this category with diffirents languages (arabic , french and english ) and i think you are the best ( editing , how you talk , informations , your entourage , statistics .... ) so much of work in the video , youre the queen of plant category on youtube ... thanks again Kristina from germany the great land 💚

Hey Kristina, you did a great Job comparing all different kind of poles. I tried different poles this year and came to the conclusion that I will go for the lazy pole. If you have a Splendid to spare I would not say no ;)

The video i didn't know i needed!! Id like the aesthetic of the lazy plastic pole more if it was a matte finish, instead of the shiny plastic. Then i think it would blend in better

This was very helpful with making my decision on what to use for my plants. Thank you!

I fill my poles with chunky aroid mix. Mostly 70% large coco chunks. My poles are wood 2.5"-40" long. I attach the wire mesh to the wood with a staple gun. Then fill the pole. I water in the shower several times before I use.

What a great idea! You are genius! I was wondering this same thing the other day, it's like you read my mind! Love your videos! Hope to visit Germany sometime in my life. 🖤❤️💛

Great experiment! I began my pole journey making my own, however now I use plastic lazy pole. Thanks for sharing Kristina!

I was making mine but just got some lazy poles and I love them! Thank you for this video. It’s encouraging and helpful!

Great experiment Kristina! Thank you. I appreciate the criteria you used and the fact you showed process. Process to me is key, rather than seeing a plant once when it's little and then a year or 2 later when it's gigantic. Your approach is very educational ❤

@LeafyLuster so i have been making my own moss poles with plastic coated wire, and overtime learning how to make it more stable but ive finally settled on a concept that works, and to ensure its stable ive ziptied the pole through the underside drainage holes and that allows me to get a stable mosspole, i can then move the moss pole around easily too. still though love the video as it helps me out in learning constantly as i grow as a plant parent

Thanks, this was so helpful

Kill This Plant brought me to this channel and I’m so thankful because this video was so helpful! 🙏🏽🙏🏽💚💚 Greetings from Brooklyn, NY 🙋🏽‍♀️

I use beach wood for my plants I find at lakes while camping. It looks pretty

I have a bamboo stick for my large monstera. I have noticed the best result for leaf size, to have them in a warm humid environment with lots of light. My monstera has huge leaves with inner fenestrations ,just sitting on a bamboo pole :). I do however want to upgrade her. I was thinking of making a pole out of cor, as this wil let the roots really grab onto the bark, just as it would in nature, and then keeping it moist with strategically placed patches of moss.

I just used hemp rope to tie a coco fiber sheet around a bamboo pole and tied moss around with small string

What a great experiment. I have about 6 moss poles. I always use the plastic lazy poles, they are great for the plant to root into and great that you can check out the roots at the back as they grow. They are easy to extend, and relatively easy to keep moist. If you let them totally dry out they are a nightmare to rehydrate. My only negative comment would be that the constant damp moss attracts fungus gnats!

What a brilliant video. Really cool experiment.

Thanks for sharing this valuable video.

Girl, I just found your channel. I subscribed immediately. Great content. Love your fun personality. And you're beautiful. Looking forward to catching up with your other videos ❤

I've been making DIY moss poles lately and was considering picking up tiny cuttings of a Splendid, so this video came at a perfect time. It is tricky striking the right balance of effectiveness, ease of use, and aesthetics for poles. Oh and you're really pretty 💜

I've switch to 1 inch posts and staple on cork sheets. Seems tbe closest to the trees these climbers prefer in nature.

I personally love the lazy pole. It's been a game changer for my adansonii. What's going on with the tree looking thing in the background? I've seen it in your other videos, and I need to know! 😅

I'm definitely going to try some of the pole types you've shown in this video. I've been using the Sydney Plant Guy style of home made mesh poles for about a year now with mixed results. I have found that they are difficult to keep hydrated in my conditions. One thing I have been experimenting with is small ceramic pots that I fix into the top of the moss pole. I can either just fill the pot and let the water drip out through a small hole in the bottom or I can place a full plastic bottle into the neck of the pot for a larger dose of water. Again mixed results but they do help with watering the poles especially when they dry out and become hydrophobic. Also would love to see some of your watercolour paintings.

This video is perfect timing, for I want to grow my pathos on a pole. My daughter uses a 3D printed one, and now I’m thinking that will be the one I try too😊

Hello, can you make a video about your winter plant care? Are you keeping anything on windowsills? And watering scheduled?

I’ve got a variety of moss pole/stakes. I love the lazy ones best so far, I may have to get the self watering one!!

Bless you, very helpful ❤

I am using home made poles following Sydney Plany Guy instructions and i water them the same way he does. I really enjoyed this video but i wonder why you didn't try his method alongside the others as you showed him at the start of the video? I wonder if making a pole like his would have won.

Thank you for using such a scientific and methodical approach to testing and rating the poles! Personally, I am not a fan of the poles because I find them so unpleasant to look at, but after your video...I thinki might buy a lazy pole to try it out 😊

Personally i found the best, fastest (a d greatest increase in leaf size) just using wooden planks, and especially fast on old planks with a lot of texture. The only downside is propagating it again once it reaches the top. On the moss poles the top already has roots, on a plank you need to air layer it.

Bugs love moss polls to nest in.

the best pole is the one behind you , cork bark , look the most natural , cant beat that

Very useful video! Thank you for sharing your experiences.

I’m doing exactly what Jan from Sydney plant guy does. I don’t mind flipping a bottle of water upside down.

Update on the giant monstera?????

This was awesome! Great video.

I've only ever used the D-shaped moss poles so I can's speak on the other ones, but I'm super happy with the ones I'm using so I'll definitely continue to use them. Things I like about them: - easy to build and extend - they keep the moss moist for longer - easy to water by simply using a water bottle ( like sydneyplantguy) - I can see the roots - I find the shape just makes more sense than round poles if you plan on growing your plants only on one side of the pole

Great vid. Very clear results!

I just took a 2m PVC pipe for my last one, wrapped it in burlap and called it a day. I don't water it or anything, and my Golden Pothos takes it quite well. It's almost reached the top and the topmost leaves are about 25ish cm long. Will try 3d printing one now, though. I'm thinking of combining the 3d print with a thinner pvc pipe inside, mainly for stability, because I want it to reach 2m again as well. Not entirely sure what to fill it with yet. Not a fan of sphagnum moss. Maybe something non-organic might work, such as pumice or expanded clay. I want it to be able to hold some moisture but I don't want it to be able to rot, if that makes sense.

I usually let them climb up a palm tree . I have some aroids climbing up the wall on the north side of my house , The paint on the concrete blocks will come of if you try to pull them off. I removed a lot of dragon fruit that was climbing up my walls also .

I loved this video! Also, I found that putting coco coir chips or tree fern fiber in the lazy pole stays more damp

Thank you for that super informtive vid

Omg, your begonia is soo prettyy

I make a lazy pole myself and but a wick in it that sits in a cup of water. Looks ugly but works great

I tried all the moss poles you mentioned in the video. I even bought the self-watering one from the same Etsy seller. However, there is a major problem with those-they are not extendable and it's a real pain to untangle the roots. My favorite is definitely the one from Plantme. Only negative thing is they price :/

This was really helpful. Thank you.

Super helpful! Thank you so much for sharing!

Loved this experiment,really appreciate the time and effort you put into producing this video. I use hand made wire mesh poles like Jan,and find them good and not to difficult to water with a sports drink bottle which has holes in the lid anyway. But I’m trying a D shaped plastic backed moss pole like Yan (Sydney Plant Guy) has also started using.I’m sure I’m going to love it.💚🪴

How can this incredible video took so little likes and views

i wish i can see this video soon

Thanks for the video. How do you compare the same if you had to stack another pole on top with regards to stability and maintenance

15:53 My monster adansonii doesn't have a pole of any sort neither does my pothos, and both have attached themselves to my interior walls and only get watered in their pots. 😂😂❤.other climbing plants I've attached to pieces of old wood fence pailings that are rough and grow and have attached well after first affixing nodes to the wood. Once again, they only receive water in the container. I like the idea of moss poles, though. One needs to consider if the moss is sustainably sourced. I have an old tree fern stump about a meter tall that I plan to grow a large monstera deliciousa up as it's a large heavy plant already in need of a larger support. 🎉🎉🎉

Hm, und ich dachte immer, dass "janky support sticks" ála Houseplanty Goodness reichen, um solche wunderschönen, großen Esmeraldense Blätter zu produzieren. Ich benutze bisher Treibholsäste, die ich an die Wand montiert habe. Die Töpfe stehen darunter, die Pflanzen werden anfänglich drangebunden, später finden die Wurzeln zum Holz. Hat bei meiner Jerry Horne super funktioniert, tolle große Blätter. Klar kenn ich auch den Sidney Plant Guy und hatte mir auch schon mal alle möglichen Baumaterialien dazu gekauft. Fand das dann aber zu aufwändig, und es killte auch die Ästhetik meiner Pflanzenwand. Deshalb hab ichs gelassen. Jetzt, wo höchstwahrscheinlich aber ein Umzug ansteht, hat mich dein Video noch mal stark zum Nachdenken gebracht, ob ich bei der nächsten Pflanzenwand nicht einfach den Lazy Moss Pole mit einplane, und dann auf Sidney Guys System des Wässerns umsteige. Also hab liebsten Dank für dieses tolle Video. Weiß auch nicht, wieso ich deinen Kanal noch nie angezeigt bekommen habe. Bin durch Sheffield Made Plants auf dich gekommen, weil ich direkt deutsch rausgehört habe :D Lieben Gruß aus der Nordpfalz!

Lazy poles all the way, baby! I love Thiccly poles - they are so easy and effective!

I like the look of the 3d pole. I'm guessing it would have better results with moss instead of the material they delivered with it 🤔

Here we go. 🥰

Lazy poles all the way! I've seen such great upside in leaves. ❤

Hello! This was a perfect experiment... Thank you for that. How did u water the lazy pole? Like syndney plant guy way?

I own a couple moss poles and a coco coir pole. I hate the coco coir pole because it's soooo difficult to get wet, even moist. It repels a lot of water. I spray it, and when It's moist, I pour water on it, but it will dry in a couple of hours. I also have trouble keeping my dried sphagnum poles moist. I water them and in 2 days the're bone dry again :(

I repotted a 1 year old Monstera Deliciosa into Sybersoil's Aroid mix, and the pre-added fertiliser killed it.

I have the lazy pole 😇 I love it! ✨

I dont use mosspoles yet, but I want to build my own out of wire and maybe plastic inbetween for maintanance... (budget is my biggest problem atm) I'm looking forward to a huge Philo fuzzy petiol - it looks very sad bound to a stick right now 😅

I loved watching your experiment, very informative and fun. I personally really dislike the aesthetics of Moss poles in general so I barely have any climbing philodendron. The ones I have, are attached to bamboo sticks or similar. I knew already the benefits of some poles when it comes to fast growth and your video confirmed it but still, I really don't like how they look in my home.

Ahh I see, you are sponsoring the one that worked the best in your link😂 let me guess you bought different size plants and gave the one your promoting a bigger plant. Nice 👏🏻

Sehr gut, ein netter Test. Schade dass du deine Videos (habe dich heute durch zufall entdeckt) nicht auch auf Deutsch aufnimmst. Zum glück gibt es auf KZfaq untertitel =) Finde du kommst sehr Sympathisch herüber und mir hat das schon etwas geholfen, da ich aktuell nur die Bambusstangen benutze. Bei manchen Pflanzen habe ich jedoch das Gefühl die hätten gerne mehr als des und deswegen drucke ich mir zur Zeit 3D Mosstäbe aus. Dabei ist auch ein runder, der hinten zu ist zur hälfte. Denke der funktioniert ähnlich wie der Halbmond Moosstab. Man kann ja auch andere farben sich raussuchen als schwarz, z.B. in Braun oder so. Wollte des nur erwähnen weil dir die Optik von Holz so gut gefällt. Gibt es eigentlich auch probleme mit Moosstäben, während der langen nutzung, mit den stäben selber oder in der Umgebung, in der sie stehen? Das wäre etwas dass auch noch Interessant wäre zu erfahren. Liebe Grüße, ebenfalls aus Deutschland!

Have you ever tried the kratiste poles or planks?

I worry about using Spagnum Moss, I thought it was terrible for the environment to use it? ❤

Those 3d printed things prices are criminal

Great comparison! Might give the lazy pole a try sometime... So far my most successful pole is a self watering one I made. The issue I ran into though is molding on the rope 😕 looks unpleasant and I fear I might be unhealthy or something.... Anyone else have this experience?

I like ur voice and how u talk

The problem with spaghnum moss is that it gets stolen from swamps and those are very sensitive biotops, it’s destroying them 😔 Is there any other moss you could use?

Hallo Kristina, sehr tolles Video! :) Ich habe eine Frage. Der Lazy Pole ist ja hinten geschlossen, die Wurzeln stoßen da also auf eine "Barriere" und kringeln sich dann im Pole weiter. Bei offenen Moosstäben ist das ja nicht der Fall, wachsen die Wurzeln dann einfach irgendwann hinten oder an der Seite raus? Ich stelle mir vor, dass das das Wurzelwachstum einschränken könnte. Hast du da etwas beobachten können? :)

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No Bendable Poles?

Hej 🌹 Czy może być wata?

I'm so sad, it looks like those modular poles only ship to the EU. :(

Just make a simple mosspole, with garden net, and moss. Thats it.

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Rank mine 😅

This is not a great test of all of these different types of poles. The success of a pole completely hinges on if you're able to keep it moist enough to encourage root growth. Roots move towards water, not towards dry substances. Just like your plants need regular water, so do the poles. It's a bit of a shame that these weren't kept up in a way that we could truly have a more scientific comparison.

Swedish accent?