Nutrient Solution Recipe Nutrients: 5.3ml each per 4L or 1tsp each per gallon Superthrive: 1.3ml per 4L or 1/4tsp per gallon Always mix in FloraMicro first!
@samanthaoconnor16973 жыл бұрын
Do u add the same amount of the other 2 ( grow and bloom ) to the same mix?
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
@@samanthaoconnor1697 yes it's the same amount for each nutrient, 5.3ml per L or 1 tsp per gallon.
@halohalo74253 жыл бұрын
Good to know about the clay sludging the pipes & soaking
@leslieknackstedt48153 жыл бұрын
Thank You! This is one of the best way to explain the steps to converting to Leca. I have watched many, and am confused because each one seems to tell a different way. I understand the basics, but the transition part is what's confusing because some say to leave it alone for a month, others say nutrients right away, while others say just water. Anyway, thanks for your easy to understand and well explained tutorial.
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Leslie! I'm really glad it was helpful.
@TheGracefulBeauty3 жыл бұрын
Hands down this the most thorough explanation I’ve seen on YT! Thank you so very much for sharing.
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
Thank you some much!!
@NinjaOrchids3 жыл бұрын
I grow 80% of my orchids in leca... used to grow houseplants in leca in the 80s and am so glad to grow my orchids in it as well .. great video 👍🏼
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@bwilliams65523 жыл бұрын
This is the best example I have seen for the placement of the plant roots in LECA. Thank you so much 🌱
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
Very welcome!! Thanks for your comment.
@rituebhayana63803 жыл бұрын
Immense gratitude for sharing such a detailed valuable information.
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@jypsibeas16573 жыл бұрын
Best video I have found for beginner!! Thank you!!
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad! Thank you so much for your comment!
@morning-fix2 жыл бұрын
Best how to use Leca video. Good details and instructions.
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much 😊
@DaugvinasLiberis Жыл бұрын
Finally, after 20 vids, I found yours. You explained everything while keeping it short. Thank you.
@cat.b Жыл бұрын
thank you! I’m so glad it was helpful!
@pureluck87672 жыл бұрын
Wow you made it easier to understand and not too overwhelming! I have a plant pup that has roots and was in soil and I tried soil but it was limp and sad… I put it into water and 12 hours later it perked right back up so I’m going to have it in Leca and now I have a guide to help me maintain it :) thank you
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much for your comment! I’m happy the video was helpful!
@lula2984 Жыл бұрын
update on the prop in leca??
@spunkyspice62502 жыл бұрын
Thank you for a great video! I’ve watched quite a few that just left me with more questions😅 I think you’ve answered most of mine! Thank you!!💖
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad! I’m thank you for your comment!
@nomay3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Your video is very informative and straight forward which I appreciate.
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@jadamane3 ай бұрын
Yea she did do a good job at explaining
@yvettegreer212711 ай бұрын
I am in the process of transitioning my plants over to leca. I enjoyed your video and all the details provided, thank you.
@cat.b11 ай бұрын
thank you for your comment!
@carlinebenois87653 жыл бұрын
thank you so much! every other video I watched did not have enough info. this was perfect in helping me understand leca! I want to try this for one of my variegated hoya compacta 🖤
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your comment! I’m so glad it helped.
@Rozallthingsfeminine10 ай бұрын
I'm new to leca potting , this was a good video, you explained it so well. The best one I've seen thank you so much. I've shared it with my friend who also is new smooches💋
@cat.b10 ай бұрын
I’m really happy you liked the video. thank you for your comment 😊
@lydiathornton79149 ай бұрын
Awesome! Awesome! Clear, concise, easy to understand and follow. I have been searching " how to " for weeks. I will be transfering my silver pothos and aglaonema pink valentine in the spring. I have to buy al this stuff first. Lol lol thanks a million 😊
@cat.b9 ай бұрын
so glad you appreciated the video. thanks!
@I.Khalil2 жыл бұрын
Thank You so much for this great clear guide. short but complete and to the point :) It's the best one I saw until now , helped me a lot in converting my first plant to LECA :)
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome! thank you for your comment!!
@I.Khalil2 жыл бұрын
@@cat.b One small question - Did you try plants ( such as Ficus Elastica ) propagation in LECA ?
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
I have propagated lots of plants in leca. I have not tried ficus, but I have propagated a zz leaf successfully. So I think ficus would work fine.
@I.Khalil2 жыл бұрын
@@cat.b Thanks for your kind response. One more question: Did you try before to use Pumice instead of LECA in semi-hydroponic ?
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
@@I.Khalil I have not.
@nanaabena43822 жыл бұрын
This might be the best video I have seen on the whole leca transition. Nicely done. Thank you. Can I just use the super thrive as my plant food or do I also need the other stuff.
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
You do need all the stuff. thank you so much for your comment!
@aspirativemusicproduction21352 жыл бұрын
I was curious about leca growing. Watching this I decided it's not for me. I still use leca In my pot mixes but completely in leca is for someone else. I do have some succulents in leca for good dranage.
@marissagoda9266 Жыл бұрын
I patiently listening and very informative,in detailed this is what I've been looking for❤thanks
@cat.b Жыл бұрын
thank you for your comment! I’m glad you liked the video!
@Wqesa43739 Жыл бұрын
thank you so much, this is extremely helpful! i can't wait to transplant my plants tomorrow ;)
@cat.b Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! thank you for your comment!
@jameswalls7052 жыл бұрын
VERY INFORMATIVE! I HAVE WATCHED NUMEROUS VIDEOS ON TRANSFERRING PLANTS TO LECA FROM SOIL & THIS IS ONE OF THE BETTER ONES I HAVE WATCHED! GETS RIGHT TO THE POINT WITH-OUT ALOT OF UNNECESSARY STUFF SO I ACTUALLY CAN LEARN FROM THE VIDEO INSTEAD OF ADDING TO MY CONFUSION! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE DETAILED VIDEO! AFTER WATCHING, IM READY TO SWITCH OVER TO LECA! JUST 2 QUESTIONS...... 1. DOES EVERY PLANT THRIVE IN THE LECA OR IS IT SOME TYPES OF PLANTS THAT DON'T DO WELL IN LECA?! 2. I CAN'T AFFORD SPECIAL POTS FOR ALL MY PLANT COLLECTION SO WHAT IS BETTER, GLASS OR PLASTIC, WHEN CHOOSING A POT?! IM GONNA USE PLASTIC CONTAINERS THAT I CAN SEE THRU, LIKE THE CONTAINERS U GET FROM THE DELI HOLDING SALAD'S.... 3. WHY DO SOME PEOPLE PUT A HOLE IN THE PLASTIC CONTAINERS?! CAN U LIST THE PROS AND CONS OF HOLE OR NO HOLE?! THANK YOU IN ADVANCE
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much!
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
All the plants I have tried dis well in LECA except ferns. I have not tried cacti, snake plants or succulents. I don’t think the type of pot matters much. Some ppl put a hole on the side of the container at the level they want the water line if it’s a container with no drainage holes like a vase. It’s like an overflow. It prevents over-filling. I guess it allows flushing as well, but Flushing without real drainage holes is not as effective.
@janebuckland7372 жыл бұрын
Amazing clear instructions. Looks pricy to get started but something I have wanted to do for sometime
@SSaaNNddYY77 Жыл бұрын
Thank you that was very clear and right to the point!
@cat.b Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your kind comment!
@erendon19892 жыл бұрын
By fav the best leca info video!! Straight to the point. Detailed and very educational! Thank you! You have a new subscriber! 😊
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!!!
@janetdcosta26342 жыл бұрын
Good 👍 Information about Leca well done 👏 ✔ 👍 👌 😀 🙌
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!
@jamieids2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful and clear information! Thank you
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome! thank you so much for your feedback!
@ronspi2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for the video. Great info, well presented.
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much 😊
@Scraps4kali2 жыл бұрын
Your video was extremely informative. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and experiences. I am looking forward to giving my Leca a try. 🙏🏽
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome! thank you for your comment!!
@you_r_my-world22883 жыл бұрын
I love your care explanation. Very thorough 😊
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@metalbabee3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. 💕 I've been thinking about switching some of my plants to leca.
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@SuperDiva5152 жыл бұрын
Peace thanks so much. I can’t get with the bugs from the soil. You don’t use the yarn I see. So dope 🔥🔥🌻
@zap49802 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing ❤️
@skyangelthefan2 жыл бұрын
Excellent video 👍
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! 😊
@danielleharrison11322 жыл бұрын
Great video 😁 really helpful 👏
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much !!
@alinawarner27102 жыл бұрын
"No body knows what's in it" hahaha soooo true.
@tracysullivan79133 жыл бұрын
Great info thanks.
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@sakshibansal95393 жыл бұрын
Great video. How do the mushy roots get reminded removed from the inner pot. Secondly, how often do you check on the water level in the outer pot. Thirdly, can this be used for plants like senseiveria. Request a video on it if it's possible. Thanks
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
The mushy roots will be flushed out over time. For most plants I check the water level once a week, but sometimes a plant may need more water. Overtime you get to know your plants and their needs. People do use LECA with sansevieria (now dracena), but I don't have any so I haven't tried it.
@sakshibansal95393 жыл бұрын
@@cat.b thank you so much
@evep88966 күн бұрын
Please tell me. Can i use flora grow fertilizer for hoyas in leca? Canada. Thanks
@jackiea.79712 ай бұрын
I’ve been using lecca for a while, and im curious on your advice on how often to fill the reservoir of nutrient water for plants that don’t like wet feet. Specifically, my umbrella tree has been suffering from bad root rot and I recently did a rescue mission on her. However, I’m still lost about how often to water her reservoir
@cat.b2 ай бұрын
the water level in the reservoir should be kept more or less at the same level at all times. the roots that will grow into the water will be water roots and will be adapted to live in water. just make sure you don’t put too much water and submerge roots that are not adapted to water.
@katherinesanchez_3 жыл бұрын
so helpful thank you
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
You’re so welcome!!!
@maya-uf7lo3 жыл бұрын
thanks for this video! it's very informative :) I have a question - why do you use regular tap water instead of pH adjusted water when first transitioning?
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
I just use whatever the plant was used to be watered with.
@maya-uf7lo3 жыл бұрын
@@cat.b i see, thank you for the quick reply!
@adridee7773 жыл бұрын
Great video! Thank you so much! 💕🌱 I have a question though, do you ever have to change the Leca out? Or is that something that happens like when repotting the plant?
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
You do not need to change the LECA. When repotting you can rinse and reuse the same LECA as long as there is no disease. I have a video on cleaning LECA if you are interested!
@ONEFREESPIRITED12 жыл бұрын
Great video that describes the process so well. I’ve wondered if you can propagate in leca?
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
Yes, absolutely. it works great!
@ShrimpPimp2 жыл бұрын
The LECA is inert but tap water pH takes a day or two to settle due to the buffers added to it whilst it in the pipe network. The water needs to breath without a lid to settle properly as the buffers gas off. Good to age the water before making solution or use ro-di for full control. I think many people don’t understand this when they make claims it’s the leca doing it
@debbieescobar62673 жыл бұрын
New sub here! I'm a visual person so your demonstration is very helpful! Does a transitioning plant shed its soil roots while growing water roots?
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
They usually shed at least part of their soil roots, but not necessarily all of them in my experience.
@joehisel5966 Жыл бұрын
I would guess effect leca has on the pH of water has to do with the hardness of it when it's used.
@Diana-ps3ky2 жыл бұрын
Hi there, thanks for the video. I’m new to leca and want to understand more before I start this process. After the plant has transition, do how often do I use nutrient water? do I switch between nutrient water and regular ph water?
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
Once you transition, you refresh the nutrient water everytime you flush. In between flushes, you just top up the reservoir with pH adjusted water as needed.
@Diana-ps3ky2 жыл бұрын
@@cat.b thanks for the quick response. I’m still confused, how much nutrient water do you put? To the water line? Or you put a small amount and then top the rest with ph water to the water line?
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
You always fill water or nutrient solution to the level I show in the video. No more.
@Diana-ps3ky2 жыл бұрын
@@cat.b thank you!! I’m definitely gonna give it a try.
@queenv33 жыл бұрын
Thank you for such an informative leca video. I am thinking about trying it with some of my plants and have watched a ton of videos however this made the most sense. I currently only use distilled water on all my plants because I have super hard water, will flushing with tap water harm anything? Going to watch your other videos, thx again!
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I'm really glad you found it useful. I have very hard tap water as well and I flush with it with no problem. If you are concerned you can always do the flush with tap water and then do a final rinse with distilled water. I think doing the whole flush with distilled water would be too wasteful, unless you have an endless supply! Rain water would work great too if you have a rain barrel.
@queenv33 жыл бұрын
@@cat.b thank you, that helps so much because I was hoping to be able to use tap water to flush so I don't need to use distilled.
@varshahpink3 жыл бұрын
Very useful
@mazenalshami7662 жыл бұрын
Very helpful. Thank you. Have you ever tried growing plants in 100% water? without leca or any other material... If so, please share your method and experience.
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
I have not
@mikaylageringer83232 жыл бұрын
Hi! This video has been very helpful for me, thank you! I have one question, what exactly do you mean by "flushing" every couple weeks? Thanks!
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
I demonstrate flushing in the beginning of the video.
@lele25172 жыл бұрын
I am late to this video. Best so far I’ve seen. Thanks so much. I have a small question: the transition period:, do you mean to start with regular tap water and add in the mixed solution (which includes distilled water, ph, superthrive, and the flora series) little by little until it’s fully transitioned? Thanks again !
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
that would work fine. you can also transition from tap water, then to distilled water gradually, then to nutrient solution gradually. I think both ways would work just fine.
@lele25172 жыл бұрын
@@cat.b thanks for this. Being new to this I didn’t fully understand what the transition period on your video meant.
@aishaboldon22762 жыл бұрын
Do you water in between flushing? Maybe add a little nutrient water?
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
top up with ph adjusted water as needed between flushes.
@luisabyr33333 жыл бұрын
I see you have a philodendron orange plant next to you. I have one, but it didn't do good in the lecca. Yours is beautiful.
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
That's too bad! Don't give up. If a plant is struggling when first transferred to LECA, try putting it in a closed container (clear plastic bag or tote) until it is established, and then gradually open the container to acclimate the plant to normal room air humidity over a couple weeks.
@thebilliondollarsmom2 жыл бұрын
Hi, I living in Australia. Im happy watching your video, its very very informed me. Can I use Seaweed Liquid Fertilizer for plants in Leca hydroponic media?
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
Hi! thank you for you comment! I do not have experience using products other than the ones I show in the video, so I cannot really say.
@debralewis167511 ай бұрын
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@muCephei_ Жыл бұрын
Interesting to know about PH in relation to LECA. Maybe not get LECA from Ikea lol... I don't have the patience to test the PH.
@cweeraphao3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this very informative video. Question, you said you stored the nutrients water in the dark place. How long can you store it for before it go bad. Thank you
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
Good question. I have used it even if it smelled funky (like a dirty fish aquarium). I would not keep it more than a month but that's completely arbitrary.
@danielaoliveira82812 жыл бұрын
I just got a plant from the plant store with leca o.o I was baffled about how this works as I didn't ask for this soil xD This video was super enlightening, but come on, now I have to buy so many nutrient products? -_-
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
no you can transfer it back to soil. If it starts to wilt put it inside a clear container for a few weeks and then gradually back to room air over a couple weeks.
@greenmatton Жыл бұрын
How do you choose a size of leca? Because I noticed they come in large sizes and tiny sizes and everything in between. Does it make a difference?
@cat.b Жыл бұрын
I personally use whatever is cheaper and easy to finds. Plants might be more stable in smaller LECA when first transferred. Smaller LECA also holds more water but that’s not really significant to me in real life use.
@candide19913 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your video ! I imagined that if you have a water propagated plant that you put il leca instead of soil the transition is easier for the plant ? I went to Canadian tire today and the sticker on the superthrive bottle wasn’t the same so I didn’t buy it cause I didn’t know if it was the same product just with a new sticker on it do you know if they changed the sticker ?
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
I would be surprised if they changed the formula, but reaching to the company may be the best way to confirm that. When I transfer a plant with water roots, I put enough water to cover all the roots and let the lever gradually go down over a few weeks. Because water roots can dry and die. I have not transferred water-rooted plants many times though.
@candide19913 жыл бұрын
@@cat.b thanks for your really quick response ! I’ll add more water :)
@bripowell77593 жыл бұрын
Does anyone find that the ph readings on their moisture meter are fairly accurate? I don’t have a ph kit yet.
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
If you check your moisture meter instructions, you will probably see a warning to not put it in water and that it can damage it.
@Reynate65 Жыл бұрын
Can you use Miracle Gro for the nutrients?
@cat.b Жыл бұрын
That would be very simple and easy. I haven’t tried, but I’m guessing if it was a good idea growers would do it.
@JYvanna2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video, this is the first time I've heard the transition part be mentioned in a video so it filled me with a sense of relief. I haven't tried leca before but am preparing to transition some of my plants to it, in terms of that transition period where the plant loses the "soil roots", where it's brown and mushy how do I get rid of them then if I choose not to disturb the roots? Do I continue flushing anyways in hopes it will flush those brown roots or will I have to take the plant out of leca to rinse it off of it? In terms of flushing if I don't have the option to have a catcher/reservoir and instead hold the leca inside a closed container with the water included (i.e. glass container), how would I flush it? Is it a case of continuously filling the container till the old water rises to the top? or fill and drain whilst holding the plant and leca in place? Or is it one where I'd have to keep replanting the leca into it every time I flush it? Thank you for a very straightforward and informative video helped me very much
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
thank you for your comment!! if you use a cover pot, flushing will get rid of dead roots over time. if not you will have to take it out after a few weeks to rinse it off and clean the leca. flushing in a pot without drainage would be done by filling the container and pouring the water out while holding the plant multiple times. it’s not easy or fun. running water would take a very long time and the top leca would likely float out of the pot.
@JYvanna2 жыл бұрын
@@cat.bThat was everything I needed to start, so thank you so much☺️🥰
@priscillaguerra87062 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for the amazing information. I just got some unrooted cuttings. Should I start with LECA or leave in water to grow the roots? Thank you
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
I prefer to root them directly in LECA, and inside a clear container like a tote, upside down vase, plastic bag. The very high humidity allows the cutting to live without roots while it’s growing roots, and it also makes roots grow way quicker. You also remove the stress of switching from water to LECA. when the cutting is rooted, gradually open the container over 7-10 days to acclimate it to normal room humidity.
@priscillaguerra87062 жыл бұрын
@@cat.b thank you very much for the precious tip! Should I start with the nutrients solution since the begging or just ph adjusted water?
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
just ph adjusted water until it’s rooted.
@priscillaguerra87062 жыл бұрын
@@cat.b I can’t thank you enough. Have a great day!!!
@robertng4286 Жыл бұрын
Hi.. Love your video here, & thanks a lot ! May I ask, can I use leca to root fig cuttings??
@cat.b Жыл бұрын
Cuttings from a fig tree? I have never tried rooting tree cuttings in LECA. I expect it would work in a closed container for humidity.
@robertng4286 Жыл бұрын
@@cat.b ok.. thanks.. have u ever rooted any hardwood plant in this leca media?? Since leca is an organic material, will it also contribute to decay & root rots??
@cat.b Жыл бұрын
LECA is not organic. I have not rooted wood in LECA. there is good air circulation in LECA so I would think it would reduce the risk of rot.
@robertng4286 Жыл бұрын
@@cat.b thank u for the vital info.. appreciate it very much, 🙏
@vanschermerhorn7167 Жыл бұрын
Does size matter ( Diameter ) when using Leca ?
@cat.b Жыл бұрын
I personally use whatever is cheaper and easy to finds. Plants might be more stable in smaller LECA when first transferred. Smaller LECA also holds more water but that’s not really significant to me in real life use.
@shedocs Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this …but to be 100% clear.. you only use nutrients every two -4weeks when you flush every 2-4 weeks,in between that you only use water…correct… and one more quick question, Ove never understood… should the roots of the plant sit in the water that’s at the bottom… or does the pebbles some how draw water up to where the roots are?(Hope this makes sense😅)
@cat.b Жыл бұрын
you use nutrient solution only after flushing that is correct. the roots need to be above water line when you transfer the plant because the roots the plant has are soil roots. Over time the plant will develop water roots that will reach the water/nutrient solution. Water roots can live in water without rotting. the soil roots will get water from the LECA.
@shedocs Жыл бұрын
@@cat.b Gotcha ! Thanks so much
@kadalgurun94472 жыл бұрын
can u use slow realese fertilizer for semi hydroponic?
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
I don’t know.
@farrarozan4325 Жыл бұрын
Are LECA only for decorative plants? Can I also grow edibles/veggies ?
@cat.b Жыл бұрын
not for root vegetables, but I don’t see a reason you couldn’t grow herbs, peppers etc…
@tlc2695 Жыл бұрын
I just purchased a Easter catcus. Can i use leca balls for it?
@cat.b Жыл бұрын
That’s a type of that plant that has very fine roots, so cleaning them well enough to transfer to LECA is challenging. It would be easier and less risky to start one in LECA from cuttings.
@tlc2695 Жыл бұрын
is there a particular brand of leca balls you use?
@cat.b Жыл бұрын
nope
@akcentmrsenna61162 жыл бұрын
Hi , is there any course available for succulent plants ??? Please let me know I want to be expert in this .thank you so much
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
I don’t know one.
@Somebodyoncetoldmetheworld-2 жыл бұрын
Tysm! Btw can you use hydroponics without ph and floramicro/bloom/gro? I only have superthrive right now.
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
tjank you for your comment! you can start with just superthrive, but I’m not sure if it would work long term. I have not tried it.
@michellekeyser50346 ай бұрын
What brand leca do you use?
@cat.b6 ай бұрын
no brand in particular, best deal I can find.
@JenniferPerez-ye2tg2 жыл бұрын
Before transferring my plant from soil to leca, is it necessary to first have them sit in water and then later on when they grow water roots- put it in leca?? I just don’t know how long they take to grow water roots or if I’m being impatient 😆
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
No need to put them in water first. that’s just one more transition to stress the plant. I do exactly as shown in the video.
@elsaa.4601 Жыл бұрын
Sorry for this question… but can I put a plant in leca with no roots ? If yes then is there more water in that pot ? Ty blessings
@cat.b Жыл бұрын
You can start cuttings (no roots) in leca, you don’t need to put more water, the roots will grow down. BUT, make sure the leca is all wet when potting, and put the plant inside a closed clear container so it gets 100% humidity while it grows roots. once it’s well rooted open the container gradually over about 10-14 days to acclimate it gradually to regular air humidity.
@elsaa.4601 Жыл бұрын
@@cat.b Ty for this information. Yes leca is clean and was sitting in water for 4 days 🙈🙈
@elsaa.4601 Жыл бұрын
@@cat.b also I changed my flamingo anthurium to leca and follow the steps just a bit of water etc I’m trying to ignore it (I don’t have much luck with anthurium) hopefully it makes it 🙏🏼
@aishaboldon22762 жыл бұрын
Just curious if you see some rotten roots do you cut them or leave them alone?
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
if I’ve taken the plant out of the pot already then I remove any dead roots.
@GrizzlyUrsusArctos2 жыл бұрын
I’m new to leca but have my orchids successfully growing In water in clear glass. Is adding leca beneficial?
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
Growing in water with roots submerged is very different than growing in passive hydroponics with LECA. Your orchids have 100% water roots by now. If they are doing well, I don't see a reason to put them through the stress of transitioning to a different system. You could add LECA and still keep the roots submerged, but I don't see any advantage to doing that.
@Nivieee2 жыл бұрын
Really helpful video! 😊 Are you from the province of Québec?
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
oui!!
@Nivieee2 жыл бұрын
@@cat.b J'avais cru entendre un accent familier aussi! 🙂
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
😁
@jerriannwasson89722 жыл бұрын
How long does it take to see growth? I’ve transferred a couple of plants and some cuttings. Roots are growing but no new growth. It’s been about 3 weeks. Am I being impatient?
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
it’s extremely variable. but the plant will establish itself before pushing new growth, so it can take many weeks. roots first, then foliage. a plant will not push new growth if it doesn’t have the root system to support it.
@yohandarlings53492 жыл бұрын
Can i just put my plant with leca in a clear glass without no holes? Is it possible? As i want to see the roots everyday in my plant
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
yes you can. it just makes flushing difficult
@reashellbrightman42602 жыл бұрын
Hey where do you get the white vases from?
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
The white cover pots? from Canadian Tire. They only have stores in Canada
@valsalajohn93132 жыл бұрын
Can we use leca without adding the 3 nutrients mentioned by you in this video. Pls reply
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
I’m thinking if you do that long term the plant might lack nutrients.
@lexgrrez2 жыл бұрын
I imported my plants and they came bare root so they've only been living in water since I got them. Would I follow the same process?
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
It depends. If they've only been in water for a few days you can put them in LECA as show in the video. If they have been in water long enough for the soil roots to die or adapt to water and for the plant to grow water roots, it will be more difficult.
@missusq212 жыл бұрын
I repot my maculata in pumice and after 2 days it started to be limpy n bendy all over. Water is slightly lower th roots. Can i know why that happens?
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
Hi! I responded to your first message just below 😊
@allanhansen481 Жыл бұрын
The pH rises because the plant consumes nutrients. It is a simple chemical reaction that is well understood. The same thing will happen if you have the plant in water.
@lauranichols29202 жыл бұрын
Once I have a good root system going, should I go back to soil?
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
I’m not sure I understand. Why transfer a plant to LECA to re-transfer it to soil after? If you want to grow your plant in soil don’t go through all that trouble, just leave it in soil.
@lauranichols29202 жыл бұрын
@@cat.b ok so I transferred a struggling plant to Leca to help it. It is now doing well and I thought I’d put it back in soil. So it’s ok for the plant to keep living in Leca? I ask this because it’s a monstera and will get big hopefully.
@lauranichols29202 жыл бұрын
@@cat.b also, do you ever use the Micro, Gro, Bloom nutrients again after the initial time?
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
I understand. You can transfer it back to soil if you prefer to grow plants in soil, or you can grow in LECA. If you can offer it enough light for it become really big, it might be a bit tricky to check the water/nutrient solution level.
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
You renew the nutrient solution every time you flush.
@louisabyr68263 жыл бұрын
My Lecca had an odor when I was going to change the water. Is that normal.
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
Did it smell like a fish tank?
@louisabyrd74393 жыл бұрын
Do you have to use a catch pot or can you use the plant and lecca in glass jar.
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
You can use a glass vase, although it makes flushing more difficult. I don't recommend to use any jar with the opening smaller than the rest of the container as there is a high risk of damaging the roots when you decide to remove the plant from the container. So a mason jar is not a good option.
@louisabyrd74393 жыл бұрын
@@cat.b Okay. Thank you. What type of fertilizer do you use.
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
I show all the products I use in the video.
@arie_rogers873 жыл бұрын
What type of leca do you use? I've been reading reviews and some are super smelly like Sulphur I bet that kind has a higher pH. I hear hydroton is dusty but no smell and or pH. I don't know I guess. So much research to do
@cat.b3 жыл бұрын
I use the cheapest I can find, usually from amazon, and it has no smell. Any leca is dusty and needs to be rinsed before use. It’s made of clay so as the balls rub together during fabrication and and transport, dust will form. I don’t think you can avoid that. It is possible that hydroton is more inert in regards to pH. I have not tried that brand.
@arie_rogers873 жыл бұрын
@@cat.b thanks for your response :) I am officially switching to leca. I'm in the process of finding the right way for me, and the special babies I plan on having in it. Once I get my set up correct I hope it does the trick and instead of surviving plants I hope they thrive.
@peterchee7588 Жыл бұрын
Won't the it breed mosquitoes?
@cat.b Жыл бұрын
I don’t use LECA outdoors so it’s not a problem.
@sanpreetkaur18662 жыл бұрын
They need no soil at all??
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
none
@Cal619Guy1Ай бұрын
i just use my aquarium water from my fish.
@angelicanicol76582 жыл бұрын
🤗🤗🤗👍🙋😘
@annieb72552 жыл бұрын
Maudit que t'es belle ma soeur !! ❤
@cat.b2 жыл бұрын
xxxx
@yolirivera11573 ай бұрын
Too much work better put the plant in water no soil just fertilized it