How to Repot Ponytail Palm: 3 CRITICAL STEPS YOU CAN'T MISS!

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Ohio Tropics Houseplant Care

4 жыл бұрын

Step by step, how to repot Ponytail Palm, or Beaucarnea recurvata. Contrary to the common name, it is NOT a palm at all, but rather, a succulent!
Be sure to follow me on Instagram at @ohiotropics and visit my houseplant care blog at www.ohiotropics.com for all your houseplant care needs!
Here are the potting soil components that I use for Ponytail Palm and any other succulent:
2 parts of Espoma succulent mix: amzn.to/3j6V7CW
mixed with
1 part of 1/4" pumice: amzn.to/3j479x0

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@indiacoers2611
@indiacoers2611 2 күн бұрын
I just looked up how to repot my Ponytail Palm that has multiple Rhizomes in it. I just got one the other day it's only in a 4" nursery pot so she's still a baby! But your video helped me so much especially if it ever is rootbound too! But I'd love to get a Ponytail Palm but I had only ever seen them with 1 Rhizome in the pot. Mine has like 7 😳 some are getting bigger and some are staying little so we'll see what happens to them all. I just pray my plant lives! It's such a cute plant I just love them! Btw yours is amazing!!! Its hair is so full and just looks great! That's what I'm trying for too! Lol! So glad to have found your channel and I am looking forward to following another plant parent and someone who knows what they're doing with plants. I'm a semi-newbie but I love plants and love to learn about plants! It is so relaxing I swear! Thank you again for the help! 💚🪴
@Rockcity121
@Rockcity121 2 жыл бұрын
My grandma passed away recently and since I have a few plants of my own, I was given all of her plants. Including one of these which my whole life I had thought it was fake. Almost all the leaves were dead and hadn't been watered in a few months, it was in really rough shape (still is but making progress) thank you for this video. I don't think my grandma ever changed it's pot and it's pretty crammed in there. I'm scared to even look at the roots but will be doing so once I get some pumice this week. Once again thank you!
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 жыл бұрын
So sorry to hear about your grandma. These are tough plants though and they will come back with some TLC :-)
@Rockcity121
@Rockcity121 2 жыл бұрын
@@OhioTropics thank you, I really appreciate it. I'm new to the channel and absolutely loving it, thank you :)
@paigehaase5378
@paigehaase5378 Жыл бұрын
Ok…. I need to know if the ponytail came back. 😊
@DeltaChi16
@DeltaChi16 Жыл бұрын
I’m so sorry about your grandmother, but I do hope inherit her love for plants to continue with caring for her plants.
@koya5001
@koya5001 Жыл бұрын
We got our grandma’s tree as well, it’s about 1,5m in height and it has been around as long as I can remember. It’s definitely 30 years old, if not already 50 years of age. It was never repotted either, and my mother repotted it in a similar sized pot, but with barely any room for the soil. So looking into a larger pot, with different soil for this beautiful plant. Learning as we get along, thanking KZfaq for the information shared by plant ‘experts’, seeing different tricks of plant handling is something you cannot learn from any plant book I’ve been reading.
@esseymi
@esseymi 3 жыл бұрын
The most informative video about ponytail palm. Thank you
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@curecidp
@curecidp 3 жыл бұрын
I have just purchased a ponytail palm. Evidently, I have done everything wrong ! I have learned so much from this video. Maybe I can save mine. Thank you so very much!
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the video Jane!
@LukeMcGuireoides
@LukeMcGuireoides Жыл бұрын
Damn. I haven't repotted mine in 20yrs. I'm afraid to mess with it now lol. It's the only plant that survived my nervous breakdown about 6yrs ago.
@LukeMcGuireoides
@LukeMcGuireoides Жыл бұрын
I did put it in an extra large pot way back when, so hopefully the roots aren't like the ones in this video.
@LukeMcGuireoides
@LukeMcGuireoides Жыл бұрын
It's gotten so big, there's no way I couldn't handle it like that. It's nearly 4' tall, I say "it", it's technically 2, and the base of the large one is a good deal larger than a softball, smaller than a canteloupe. I've gotta do it before next spring though
@Markus00777
@Markus00777 Жыл бұрын
Hi! =) Could you please do an update, so we can see what your plant looks like now? Thank you for making this video =)
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome! I'll try and add that to my list, but the plant has been growing well :-)
@mommayanna
@mommayanna Жыл бұрын
Hi love watching your videos! You have a lot of charisma! I learn something, too! I would love to see an update on this plant eventually. Thanks so much and blessings!👋🏼
@SarahKate365
@SarahKate365 2 ай бұрын
Thanks! A friend gave me one that is loose and needs repotted. I had no idea what I was doing until I watched this video.
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 ай бұрын
You’re very welcome!
@user-np9el4kx3y
@user-np9el4kx3y Жыл бұрын
Awesome video, My wife and I learned so much today on replanting our PP. Thank you so much. :):):):)
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics Жыл бұрын
Glad you both enjoyed it Jackie!
@horsense2
@horsense2 3 жыл бұрын
What a gorgeous plant! I had no idea it was a succulent. As always, I am learning so much from you. Thanks!
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@candiceh2944
@candiceh2944 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, like what, it’s a succulent. I had no idea either. Mine is thriving but now I am going to treat it a little bit different. Like less water maybe 🤔 😬 And when I repot it - I will get succulent soil and pumice not perlite. Thank you for this!!
@HR-bh3yh
@HR-bh3yh 2 жыл бұрын
It’s not a succulent. Or a palm.
@homoerotic85
@homoerotic85 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for sharing! Very helpful! I just got my first houseplant and I'm super excited about it can't wait to get more!
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Eric! Enjoy your new-found hobby!
@graydongalloway3472
@graydongalloway3472 Жыл бұрын
Your videos are so clear and well documented. Thanks for your work!
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics Жыл бұрын
So glad you enjoyed!
@fatbags75
@fatbags75 3 жыл бұрын
I'm a complete neophyte when comes to houseplants. Thank you for the tips. 😀
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the tips :-)
@Scientist_Salarian
@Scientist_Salarian 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Great video. My wife is in love with your ponytail palm. Ours is only a year old, but it’s getting there.
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you and your wife enjoyed the video! They're amazing plants and can definitely become heirloom plants!
@MyPaloma2023
@MyPaloma2023 2 ай бұрын
Like your presentation style- very informative, unrushed, no annoying music. I'm trying to get courage to repot my ponytails. Two have been growing in the same small plastic pot for so long now that pot shape is distorted ! 😖🙄 Wish me luck!🌴🤞
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics Ай бұрын
Glad you enjoy my videos :-) And good luck!
@ladyhecate9450
@ladyhecate9450 Жыл бұрын
Very interesting and informative. I love these plants. I just cannot resist when I see a young plant at the store and I have to buy it.
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the video!
@timeoutwithpatel7663
@timeoutwithpatel7663 4 ай бұрын
I'm So glad i stumbled across this video. I was just gifted a ponytail and I'm Excited to add her to my succulent harem. Now i have a good idea how to handle her. Thank you for such a great video!
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 4 ай бұрын
You're very welcome! Good luck with your plant :-)
@MiaUy
@MiaUy 3 жыл бұрын
This is very informative! I am planning to repot my ponytail palm.
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@katbunne
@katbunne 3 жыл бұрын
i'm prepping to pot my ponytail palm that i just got, your video has 100% been the most helpful thusfar! Thank you so much!!!
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 жыл бұрын
You're so welcome!
@iyeruokin954
@iyeruokin954 5 күн бұрын
​Good afternoon ​@@OhioTropics Some advice please, I repotted my plant, and have realised that the new pot is too large and deep. Would it be problematic to downsize - or is the plant likely to go into a shock. Thanks
@amberstraway8712
@amberstraway8712 3 жыл бұрын
That is the most beautiful plant I’ve ever seen!
@amberstraway8712
@amberstraway8712 3 жыл бұрын
How’s it doing now?
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! It's doing great and is continuing to grow :-)
@kimberlyhinson4252
@kimberlyhinson4252 29 күн бұрын
Super helpful I've watched it three times I am so grateful for these videos!
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 27 күн бұрын
I'm so glad!
@janakidd3320
@janakidd3320 7 ай бұрын
❤Thank you so much for your video on this plant I have 2 myself and a friend of mine has one and we just love them. I have had some trouble with one of mine but I think it was because I didn’t have enough bright sunlight and maybe some watering issues thank you so much for a very informative video I absolutely adore these plants. ❤❤❤
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 6 ай бұрын
Glad to help, and good luck!
@TheJungleUpstairs
@TheJungleUpstairs 4 жыл бұрын
Those roots are INCREDIBLE!!
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 4 жыл бұрын
It was quite a vigorous root system! :-)
@tornado_dude2039
@tornado_dude2039 3 жыл бұрын
@Keegan Joaquin lmao stfu bot
@donnajaemoon
@donnajaemoon 3 жыл бұрын
Great straight and to the point video. Lately I’ve been paying more attention to potting mixes and amendments. I have a ponytail palm a little smaller than this. I’ve had it for a couple of months, and I doubt it’s time to pot UP. I’ll find out when I REpot it, focusing on the soil composition. I’m pretty sure I used this mix for my whale fins as well. All but one of my sansevierias are in terracotta pots. My smaller ponytail is in terracotta. This, however, one will go into another nursery pot that has better drainage and is a color (black) that doesn’t stand out in the cover pot.
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the video! It's fun to experiment with potting mixes and I always amend them a bit to make them better. And terra cotta is great for sansevierias and ponytail palms as well :-)
@manuelafogarty9697
@manuelafogarty9697 3 жыл бұрын
Love your video!! I like your style. Very nice Ponytail plant.
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! 😊
@karenb136
@karenb136 2 жыл бұрын
Just subscribed to your channel. I just got a ponytail palm. Thanks so much for your clear directions. Loved the video.
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome Karen!
@wendywendy2944
@wendywendy2944 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the detailed information. You are an excellent potting repotting teacher. Really enjoyed your video. Will go by my very first ponytail palm tree... TTFN...
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Wendy, and I'm glad you enjoyed my video :-) Good luck with your plant!
@milenamaia3741
@milenamaia3741 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much! Very informative and enjoyable to watch!
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Milena!
@doreenkorman8347
@doreenkorman8347 Жыл бұрын
I have inherited s ponytail plant when my brother passed away. I live in Arizona and the plant has never been inside or repotted. It's about 4 1/2 ft tall and trunk approx 2ft in diameter. It's way overdue to be repotted...I'm positive it will grow like crazy and the branch's be more lush. It gets bright dabbled sun & shade in the afternoon. I've had it for 6 years. Summers here are quite brutal but it seems to absolutely love where I have it! Thank you so much for the repotting tips!!!
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the video! It sounds like quite a nice specimen that you have!
@debbiewhitman5455
@debbiewhitman5455 3 ай бұрын
I live in Az too. Over the years I have had few ponytail palms that I have transplanted multiple times. When I moved, they were too big to bring with me. One I had eventually put in the ground. I left them behind knowing they were super happy in that spot. They don’t seem to mind the dry, extreme heat as long as they are in the shade with lots of indirect light. Super fun plants.
@bettyl8434
@bettyl8434 2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful video with good instructions. I have a ponytail to repot soon. If I may suggest - if you tie up the leaves with some string into a ponytail - LOL - they will be out of your way. Tie it high enuf to keep the leaves from tickling your nose!
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 жыл бұрын
LOL, glad you enjoyed the video :-)
@negative.infinity
@negative.infinity 2 жыл бұрын
I do the same for mine before repotting. I lay it on its side and "comb" the leaves upwards. Then I gently gather them up and loosely tie some garden twine around the leaves. After I'm done repotting, I cut the ties and the leaves fall back down into place.
@PeacefulMind5746
@PeacefulMind5746 Жыл бұрын
My first ponytail palm. I used miracle gro succulent soil and nothing else. Since the soil was moist I haven't watered the palm and will probably wait another week or so. Wish me luck!!! Too bad I didn't see this video before I potted the ponytail. But will watch again when repotting it in the future
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics Жыл бұрын
If your plant is getting plenty of sun, you should be ok, but you'll know for next time :-) Keep an eye on the soil. If it's taking a really long time to dry out, you may consider changing the mix.
@rynsmnsmovies
@rynsmnsmovies Жыл бұрын
Great video and great plant! Win-win!
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed!
@ChristopherB711
@ChristopherB711 2 жыл бұрын
Great video; happy I found you! 🌱👍🏻
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the video!
@kudratgbadamosi6658
@kudratgbadamosi6658 2 ай бұрын
Thank you once again. A very useful video. The only part I rarely do is loosen the roots. I will definitely try to, this time around. Ponytails brace yourselves, wash, trim and repotting time!
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 ай бұрын
You're very welcome! Good luck! :-)
@vvukelic1
@vvukelic1 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent tutorial. Thank you
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! :-)
@alohaleslie9407
@alohaleslie9407 4 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous plant! I've never seen one quite this big. Thanks for sharing your "process." :)
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, and you're very welcome! :-)
@allegorx58
@allegorx58 3 жыл бұрын
They become absolutely massive.
@joesmith6364
@joesmith6364 3 жыл бұрын
Just pruned an almost 20 foot one in my backyard
@niecythebudgetnista3223
@niecythebudgetnista3223 Жыл бұрын
​@@allegorx58How do you groom them to grow massive and is that even possible for mine, I live in the South and I keep it indoors. It's growing but it loses a couple of leaves every so often. Thank you in advance for any advice 😊
@Ankudamurderer
@Ankudamurderer 3 жыл бұрын
Great Overall, Amazing Tape Sir! Everytime.
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome :-)
@fatbags75
@fatbags75 3 жыл бұрын
Came her to see this comment. The internet doesn't let me down. Ever.
@davidmaclane589
@davidmaclane589 2 жыл бұрын
So glad I watched your video first ....I Just acquired a rather handsome Ponytail, single trunk standing 4' tall in a 12"x 10.5" pot...really root bound with roots coming out over the top of the pot....I went and bought a beautiful and heavy, 20" diameter, 19" tall terra cotta pot, which was apparent overkill I see now. Was going to put in a couple of inches of marble gravel, and just use black soil from Home Depot. Now I will go to the the plant supply place and get some succulent soil and the other stuff that prevents compaction. Another new pot that I already had, measures 15 x 15, and is a very sturdy ornate plastic...should be ok methinks....They call Ponytails, Elephant Foot here in Mexico.
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the video! Good luck with repotting it. It sounds like a nice specimen!
@cactusandadenium
@cactusandadenium 3 жыл бұрын
Nice video 🧡👍 Very informative about ponytail Palm
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it :-)
@seltsamerzeitgenosse9797
@seltsamerzeitgenosse9797 2 жыл бұрын
The video's thumbnail made my day! Hahaha! Nice one! ^^
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics Жыл бұрын
Haha, glad you enjoyed!
@hisalone5941
@hisalone5941 4 ай бұрын
Thanks so much. Exactly what I needed. ❤
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 4 ай бұрын
You're so welcome!
@patriciacoogan5076
@patriciacoogan5076 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent video! Thank you!
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome Patricia!
@HiddenAgendas
@HiddenAgendas 3 жыл бұрын
My neighbor on the other side has a 15ft ponytail palm. It's beautiful. I got one after I saw the an animation film from Dr Seux.
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 жыл бұрын
Wow! Sounds like quite a specimen!
@allicianpeters3595
@allicianpeters3595 3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful tree!!
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you :-)
@kimosabenm6572
@kimosabenm6572 Жыл бұрын
Just found you omg great instructions love you
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics Жыл бұрын
So glad you enjoyed the video!
@angelaackerman-independent7493
@angelaackerman-independent7493 Жыл бұрын
I have always stated that my husband is the green thumb of the family. I just kill plants generally. But over the last couple of years I have taken an interest in plants. I saw your previous video on this beautiful plant and was amazed at what it is SUPPOSED to look like. My poor little plant I have has been SO neglected. After your video I have decided to take on the ponytail palm and get to good health. My plant also has 5 feet, bulbs.....(I can't remember what you called them). I have a renewed energy for this plant and can't wait to get it in tip top shape! Thank you for your videos and guidance.
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics Жыл бұрын
So happy you enjoy my content! Good luck with your plant :-)
@cynthiacollett6233
@cynthiacollett6233 3 жыл бұрын
Great video...thanks for the info.
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@livingthedream923
@livingthedream923 Жыл бұрын
I usually lay a coffee filer in the bottom of the pot to cover the drainage hole and keep the dirt inside.
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics Жыл бұрын
that works too!
@emzsantillan1207
@emzsantillan1207 2 жыл бұрын
Woww nicely plant👍💚
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you :-)
@HYPERtitanspeakerman6421
@HYPERtitanspeakerman6421 4 жыл бұрын
Goals!! I wish mine looked like that 💚 winter wasn’t nice to her 😅
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 4 жыл бұрын
It's all a learning process. You will get there :-)
@maryperrysmith5815
@maryperrysmith5815 5 ай бұрын
Thanks for teaching
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 5 ай бұрын
You're very welcome!
@bonniegirvan2358
@bonniegirvan2358 2 жыл бұрын
thank you so helpful
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@boobgoogler
@boobgoogler 2 жыл бұрын
My grandmother gave my mom one that’s now over 30 years old in the same pot, I have no idea how but it’s still very healthy
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 жыл бұрын
Don't change a thing then :-)
@tanfuichin
@tanfuichin 2 жыл бұрын
Nice Sharing thanks !
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@slauf2682
@slauf2682 6 ай бұрын
Just wanted to let you know that your clips are still being watched and appreciated! I just bought my first two ponytail palms and learned so much. I did hold my breath every time you pushed down on the soil while repotting on a glass table. 😬 Thanks again!
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 6 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the video! I appreciate your support!
@trafficbabe
@trafficbabe 3 жыл бұрын
Repotting mine tomorrow. Thanks
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome Kristie!
@trafficbabe
@trafficbabe 3 жыл бұрын
@@OhioTropics help. I repotted and it looks wilted. I dont know if it is getting too much water or not enough. There is new growth, it looks kinda sad.
@whisperingwooper1763
@whisperingwooper1763 3 жыл бұрын
@@trafficbabe this happened when I repotted my African violets they perked up in a day or two. Not sure if it’s the same for this plant.
@822ab
@822ab 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video! In another repotting succulent video, I learned that you should not water the plant before you repot it or a few days after, because you just broke the roots, and exposing them directly to water might cause them to immediately rot. Have you heard of this? Is it relevant to ponytail palms?
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 жыл бұрын
There may be some truth to this, but I've never personally had a problem. I find that it is much easier to repot any plant when the potting mix is at least not bone dry.
@duskmoss
@duskmoss 4 жыл бұрын
Love it
@milliebrown8116
@milliebrown8116 Жыл бұрын
Soo helpful when repotting my ponytail palm, nervous 😬 but wish me luck 🍀!!Nanny Stick Sister 👍🪴🥰💜
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics Жыл бұрын
🤞
@terrywiseman6248
@terrywiseman6248 9 ай бұрын
I live in Southern Utah where it is a lot warmer. It gets to freezing maybe two weeks a year. I don't have anywhere to put them indoors... I bought some covers to cover them in the cold and can lift it off when it is warm (60F) during the day. If I put them on my patio it's very cold there because it's all shaded.
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 9 ай бұрын
Ah ok, in that case, you should be in pretty good shape with what you described. For the nights that get down to freezing, you could also maybe put the plant in a garage or a sheltered spot for the night if you can. It should be able to tolerate a couple weeks of those colder temps. How cold can it get at night where you are?
@TiMalice2009
@TiMalice2009 Ай бұрын
Watching intently.
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics Ай бұрын
:-)
@rochelle9022
@rochelle9022 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you 💕💕
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome 😊
@betzaidavazquez5579
@betzaidavazquez5579 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks ! 😊👍
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome Betzaida! :-)
@patrickfagan7021
@patrickfagan7021 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome!
@BrianJones1120
@BrianJones1120 3 жыл бұрын
really good looking, and the plant is nice too
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 жыл бұрын
:-). Thanks
@Skyler-lc3in
@Skyler-lc3in 9 ай бұрын
Subbed and added to saved vids
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 9 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoy my channel!
@MatbakhAlnoor
@MatbakhAlnoor 2 жыл бұрын
Good info
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@user-pq3ef7eu9l
@user-pq3ef7eu9l 2 ай бұрын
Your face is hilarious as you're telling us don't worry that LMAO
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 ай бұрын
😂
@lilynoloc3058
@lilynoloc3058 3 ай бұрын
Thank you❤
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 ай бұрын
You're welcome 😊
@trancisfrancis
@trancisfrancis 4 ай бұрын
Thank you for the amazing video. Would Leka balls work instead of the pumice?
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 4 ай бұрын
You’re welcome! Yes, you can certainly use LECA balls as well. They’re much bigger but they will work 😊
@hisalone7166
@hisalone7166 2 жыл бұрын
Thrilled to have discovered you! I’ve had indoor/outdoor plants most of my life but, just recently I purchased my first Ponytail. LOL…I was initially like a mother hen with it. I love to fuss/touch/repot etc and with the Pony I don’t have to. I’m wondering if I should repot because it’s in a rather small pot and I’ve had it now for about 4 months. Is there a rule of thumb for these plants when newly purchased? Many thanks!!! I’ll be binge watching the rest of your videos for sure! Beverly
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Beverly! I'm so happy you're enjoying my content :-). As far as rules of thumb for repotting...check the drainage holes. Are there any roots coming out? This is a good sign that a bigger pot is needed. Also, if your pot is drying out extremely quickly. You may even notice a lot of matted roots on top. Of course you won't know until you slip the plant out of the pot. Since you have a small pot, I would just slip it out and look. And only go up one pot size so the potting mix isn't taking forever to dry out. Hope this helps :-).
@hisalone7166
@hisalone7166 2 жыл бұрын
@@OhioTropics Thanks so very much!
@irisruthpanchame7393
@irisruthpanchame7393 Жыл бұрын
LOVE your videos. Question: I bought a pony tail plant and already changed pot but did not put pumice or perlite. It is in a cactus mix. Should I repot again? or wait until summer? or wait a year?
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics Жыл бұрын
Sorry for the delay in my response! It's always a good idea to add these materials, but if your soil is drying out in a reasonable amount of time (let's say about a week or so), then leave it alone. This is especially the case if your plant is getting enough light. People run into issues when growing plants in dark locations.
@rickpennington3692
@rickpennington3692 3 жыл бұрын
Morning, love your Ponytail 🖤...I have a struggling one I just repotted. Noticed you’re in Ohio...I am in NYC...how do you care for it In the winter?
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Rick! Here is my blog post on how I care for my plant: www.ohiotropics.com/2019/08/14/ponytail-palm-beaucarnea-recurvata/
@nadineb2726
@nadineb2726 2 жыл бұрын
I would greatly appreciate it if you could do a video on Guatemala ponytail palms...... Furthermore, I'm interested in how to turn a potted ponytail palm into a 6+ foot tree w/the yellow plumes... any help is appreciated.
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 жыл бұрын
I'll keep this in mind for the future!
@K9WATCHER
@K9WATCHER 3 ай бұрын
Great video! I just got a Ponytail Palm. Is there a suggested time frame in which it should be re-potted? I got it from Lowe's. I'm not even sure if the soil is that great, but I assume it's okay. Also, so your palm came with all those "bulbs" on it? Will they ever get any other "bulbs/ elephant feet", or they just grow tall? Thanks for such great info!!❤
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the video! Now would be a great time to repot! Springtime is great for repotting. My plant came that way, with all the "bulbs" together. They "bulb" is technically called the caudex. If you just have one caudex, it will typically just stay that way but will get bigger over time, and the plant will grow taller and taller.
@char26104
@char26104 2 ай бұрын
As u were loosening up the soil you said 'Really there is not a whole lot of soil left here" I always wondered what happened to all that soil from where it had been first potted? how does it disappear over time. TY
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 ай бұрын
That's a great question. Over time, it will just break down.
@christined3953
@christined3953 2 жыл бұрын
They love ambient light and not wet. they will go months without water away from direct sunlight. top a single plant and will grow more off the trunk itself ,low bushy
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 жыл бұрын
I agree with all that! I just caution people to not put this plant far from any window. Mine grows really well with some sun indoors.
@denisehartz-wirick7806
@denisehartz-wirick7806 3 жыл бұрын
I have a question!!! My pony tail has been in same pot for probably 10 plus years…was a gift! So I went maybe 2.5 inches bigger, because it was so root bound!! Absolutely no dirt left in pot at all, roots were growing into decay in side of pot! Ya think it will be ok? ❤️ Ohio!!
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Denise! Yes, you should be fine! :-)
@prestonbarr1136
@prestonbarr1136 4 ай бұрын
Howdy. I bought a new Ponytail Palm in a 10" pot. It is double potted. I drilled 4 (3/8") diameter holes it the solid bottom to aid it drainage. It drains very well now. The soil seems very light & peet like. WHEN should I re-pot it. I just got it & today is Mar 12th.2024..? I appreciate all your advice...!!!
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 4 ай бұрын
If it needs to be repotted and is root bound, Spring is a great time to do so!
@gothicgranny9954
@gothicgranny9954 Жыл бұрын
I find it more general on the plant to just take it outside and hit the Roots with a water hose with a spray nozzle on it😊
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics Жыл бұрын
You can do that too but I don't intentionally remove a lot of the soil. I just loosen the roots a bit :-)
@Angie-ci1lp
@Angie-ci1lp 4 жыл бұрын
Wow!!!
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 4 жыл бұрын
:-)
@terrywiseman6248
@terrywiseman6248 10 ай бұрын
I have two pony tail palms and I just purchased them about three months ago. I planted them in some pots and they are outdoor pots. I live in St George UT and hopefully they will survivie the summer and winter. outdoors. Looks like you keep your indoors. What are your suggestions? Do I need to bring them in for a few weeks in the winter or cover them? Please advise.
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 9 ай бұрын
How cold does it get where you are? It probably gets much too cold in UT for these to survive. I would bring them inside when temps are below 50F or so.
@bellehart3276
@bellehart3276 Жыл бұрын
The thumbnail of this vid makes me realise that the internet has ruined me
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics Жыл бұрын
lol
@christina3478
@christina3478 11 ай бұрын
Hahah glad I’m not alone
@funnyfarm5555
@funnyfarm5555 5 ай бұрын
Do you ever plan on separating some or all the different plants? We have one that is about 7 feet tall and moves between the house and porch season to season here in the Pacific Northwest, USA. It has a calf and I am thinking of rooting it and then gifting it. Ours is over 35 years old and started out about 6 inches tall as a gift from wife's father; lived at wifes work until it got too big for her office. Since it is a succulent, it gets minimal water as dones our big jade plant.
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 4 ай бұрын
Wow, it sounds like a nice specimen! I don't plant on separating mine because I don't need more plants :-D Plus mine have been growing all together for years so it might be difficult to separate. If your plant's pup is pretty small, you can definitely easily tease it out. If you can get some roots, that's great. Otherwise, if you have to cut it off, let it air dry for a couple days, and then I'd recommend dipping it in rooting hormone (it's not necessary but it helps) and potting it up. Hope this helps a bit!
@SAlma-kw7to
@SAlma-kw7to 7 ай бұрын
Hi just saw this video and thank you for all the details..! I’m curcurrently thinking of repotting a ponytail, but the plant is already quite big; it has been in the same pot for 3years, and from the top it seems to be very root bounded l; but its difficult for me to have even bigger pot, do you think its ok to not making the pot bigger? will the plant suffer lot? is there any alternatives? thank you!
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 6 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the video! It's possible to keep it in the same pot, but over time, it will restrict the growth. If you're ok with that, then it's fine! I have the same issue where you reach a point where it is not feasible to keep increasing the pot size. If the surface of the soil becomes a hard mat of roots, you can topdress with a little fresh soil on top.
@SAlma-kw7to
@SAlma-kw7to 6 ай бұрын
@@OhioTropics thank you! will try that!
@kathdorksen4326
@kathdorksen4326 2 жыл бұрын
I have a pony tail plant that is planted near a fence there is about a hand space near the fence, nebours said it's roots are pushing the fence over. The live on the down side if the street on the slop and have a retaining wall there. After watching video the roots don't spread out
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 жыл бұрын
If it is big enough, it may. But it's hard to say! Are there any other plants around it?
@mardel3
@mardel3 4 жыл бұрын
I bought this plant from someone that had it potted up in a 20 inch ceramic pot with only one stem, it's a big plant. Since I brought it home I did lift it from the pot to see how root bound it was and I had to add a little soil to it which i kept in the same pot and I also watered it right after. The lower leaves on the stem are browning up and falling the new leaves on top are looking great but the stem is starting to look more bare, is that normal? I dont water it till its bone dry and than I still wait another week before I do it's on my deck with full sunlight, any idea why its losing leaves rapidly?
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 4 жыл бұрын
Although it's good to let the soil dry out completely for these plants, you don't want it to remain completely dry for so long, especially if it's in full sunlight. The bottom leaves that are drying up are due to the soil being too dry for too long. I would give your plant a good thorough watering as soon as the soil seems to be mostly dry. Hope this helps!
@MsPearlJam123
@MsPearlJam123 24 күн бұрын
Hi, thank you for the video. I've had this Ponytail plant for many years but recently it has lost many lower leafs. What would you suggest to make sure I do not lose my plant? I have just repot it. I took a photo but not sure how to post it. Thanks.
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 15 күн бұрын
Some of this is normal, but if you allow your soil to stay completely dry for too long, you will get a lot of lower leaves turning brown.
@MsPearlJam123
@MsPearlJam123 15 күн бұрын
@@OhioTropics Thank you!!
@UTuberTF
@UTuberTF 3 жыл бұрын
Hi, my plant seems under stress because the “skin “ on its trunk looks “wrinkled” and it’s lost a lot of leaves and the remaining ones are brown / yellow tipped. I learned from a different video that the symptoms meant it might be having a root rot problem so it’s better to repot right away. However its winter, mostly in the 40’s during the days (7b transitional zone), should I report or should I wait? My plant is always indoor with house temperature around 65. Thank you.
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 жыл бұрын
Hi there, can you tell me how you water your plant? This can be caused by both extremes (too dry or too wet). You'd have to tell me what may have occurred. Have you let the potting mix stay dry for a long time? How do you water? Or has your plant's potting mix stayed too wet for a long time?
@UTuberTF
@UTuberTF 3 жыл бұрын
@@OhioTropics hi, thanks for replying. I watered the plant infrequently, because I had done some homework before purchasing the plant so I knew it preferred dry soil. I’m in zone 7b, the plant is by a west facing picture window so it does get plenty of sun even in the middle of winter. When I water I do it little by little and stop when I observe water dripping through the pot. About 8 months ago when the plant remaining leaves thinning and browning too much, I placed two tiny plant food sticks in it hoping to revive it. No luck. Now the trunk is still wrinkled and it’s condition has not improved much. I trim away the brown tips every now and then to keep it looking it’s best.
@esseymi
@esseymi 3 жыл бұрын
I had the same problem with my ponytail palm. Unfortunately it was a root rot so the palm died
@donnahasler6636
@donnahasler6636 Ай бұрын
I’m going to repot a pt palm that has a single trunk that’s leaning or bent to an extreme. Is there a way to repot it that would encourage the trunk to straighten over time? I’ve tried placing the trunk straight up and down in the pot but then the leaves all look like they’re sideways. Thanks for any advice!
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics Ай бұрын
It probably would be difficult to straighten out completely, but's hard to say! Is the trunk itself very stiff? Does it budge at all?
@brendaraudebaugh6246
@brendaraudebaugh6246 3 жыл бұрын
There is different kinds of ponytail plants. What is the exact name of this one in the video? Great video by the way.
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the video! There is really only one. The botanical name is Beaucarnea recurvata, commonly known as Ponytail Palm (even though it is not a palm at all).
@carmengarceau2943
@carmengarceau2943 3 жыл бұрын
Very informative video, I learned a lot. I have a question for you, I see you watered the plant, but then you left it in the saucer with water. Being it is a succulent, shouldn't it not sit in water??? Thank you 🎍💧
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 жыл бұрын
I didn't even recall that I did that, ha! You're correct though. Never let this plant sit in water. I always dump out excess water out of the saucer (but I neglected to do that for the video!) :-).
@xo.torchy
@xo.torchy Жыл бұрын
Hi! Just one question. When you water do you remove the tray after all the water has escaped to prevent soaking??
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics Жыл бұрын
Hi there! If the water doesn't soak back up rather quickly (within the same day), then I'll empty it. The saucer that I have below my pot isn't that deep so for me it's not an issue. If you have a deep saucer and a lot of water accumulates, I would dump the excess water.
@janinemagnussen1370
@janinemagnussen1370 Жыл бұрын
Can you separate the caudex, if several in plant? Is there a way to tell pot sz needed, based in trunk size?
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics Жыл бұрын
You can, but it could get tricky if your plant is really root bound. If your plant is really root bound, you can take a very fine knife or saw and cut through the root ball that way.
@suzanne_atkinson
@suzanne_atkinson Жыл бұрын
i just stuck my rootball back in a pot about 2" larger in diameter. Should i take it out and loosen the roots? I mean that's what you say to do , but its it reasonable to take it back out?
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics Жыл бұрын
If the plant was really root bound, I would do take it out and loosen it. If it wasn't terribly root bound, it should be ok.
@daniwolf5766
@daniwolf5766 2 жыл бұрын
That thumb nail tho😂💕
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 жыл бұрын
Hahahaha
@char26104
@char26104 2 ай бұрын
Do you ever trim the leaves so they only go down half way or do u always leave them go clear to the bottom of the plant? TY
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 ай бұрын
I personally leave any leaves that are green. I only take off any leaves that have yellowed or browned.
@deeb66
@deeb66 Жыл бұрын
Hi, I just discovered your channel as I was searching for info on the pony tail palm. This plant is rather new to me, I bought because I loved the look of it. It is small, maybe 6-8” top to bottom but looking very healthy. I love in south central Florida and am building me plant family in an enclosed lanaii with bright light. I could arrange it so this particular plant get some direct sun but will have to move my plant around so my night light vs direct sun can live in the same room. My question is, I would love to see my pony tail grow large and happy and was thinking perhaps if I could also get a second plant of the same size and pot them together. I see you plant has 5 trunks, what do you think? Thank you for you great video!!!
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the video! You can certainly plant two together if you'd like. Mine came this way years ago with several in one pot and I left it that way, but if I were to do it over again, I'd want a single specimen. It's just personal preference though :-)
@deeb66
@deeb66 Жыл бұрын
@@OhioTropics That’s so interesting. I look at your plant and I am in awe of how lush and grand it looks which makes me want to achieve something similar. Is it too late in the life of your Pony to separate the trunks, or is it a risk you are not interested in taking? If so, would you be willing to explain further? I re-read my original message and realize my spelling and grammar was horrible. I sometimes am watching plant videos when I am tired and should be sleeping. 😵‍💫😴Please excuse me and thank you so much for answering my message.
@jenkher4435
@jenkher4435 3 ай бұрын
About 2 1/2 weeks ago, I repotted my mom's pony tail plant. It was in a clay pot outdoors and was root bound. Unfortunately, I did not water it before repotting, thinking if I watered it after potting that would be sufficient. In hindsight, perhaps I didn't water it enough at the time of repotting... The leaves are still very green, but now I am seeing that the bottom leaves are shedding slowly. They are not yellowed. Could it be that it is going through shock? We live at the beach on the gulf coast, so the plant is outside on our porch, in the same place it was before transplanting and receives indirect sunlight. I have watered it thoroughly only once (last weekend). I am concerned about those shedding leaves! Any advice would be appreciated.
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 3 ай бұрын
If you didn't loosen the rootball, it probably wasn't the cause. It is probably just related to not enough moisture. Was the plant as rootbound as the thumbnail of my video? If it was, I would recommend loosening the rootball like I showed in the video. It will greatly benefit the plant!
@julieschweitzer4834
@julieschweitzer4834 2 жыл бұрын
How do you stop a ponytail plant from sprouting new heads after flowering. I keep removing the new sprouts but they keep regrowing and the original head looks limp and won’t grow new leaves. Thankyou very much . Julie
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Julie, do you have any photos that you can share? It would help to see those. If you want to send me a message through my blog (ohiotropics.com), use the contact form to message me. When I respond, you can attach photos and I can try and help.
@Sidg2
@Sidg2 3 жыл бұрын
My ponytail palm's caudex become soggy & shrink may be due to root rot. If I half cut it's caudex & remove the rotten lower part and then try to re-grow it, will it grow again & will it's caudex become good round swollen shape again ?
@OhioTropics
@OhioTropics 2 жыл бұрын
Gosh, it's hard to say without seeing a photo. If it did indeed rot, it may be past the point of no return.
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