I haven’t had a plant in years. Every time I get a plant (never on my own, always an ill advised gift), it is dead within a month. Tops.
My new apartment has a super odd bathroom, with strange random spaces. I found myself yearning for a plant. My plant would be glorious, giving my bathroom oxygen and beauty…
Oh, the poor plant.
So, I went to the store. I googled every plant that they had for dog safety, needing no natural light, and hardiness. This Pachira seemed like the best option. I found a bigger planter (pot? I have no idea), and plate thing (again, no clue what this is called), and some soil with fertilizer.
I brought her home, replanted her, and gave her a little water (I hope not too much?!). I named her Amelia and turned on the light for her.
The second I turned my back, naughty Lambeau had already taken a bite out of one of her leaves.
Now I feel bad because I have to shut the bathroom door so she doesn’t get eaten. Do you guys think she’s lonely? Should I go talk to her?
Also, is a boy going to pee on her? She’s awfully close to the toilet. I hadn’t thought of this, but a boy pointed it out. You know how they are. Sigh.
I need some advice.
Jillian
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I think your plant will be fine! Just be sure to fertilize her every month or so (liquid fertilizer in very small amounts) otherwise she won’t last long. I didn’t know that you could have a plant in a room with NO light though? If she starts looking sad, you better put her by a window!!!
Love,
A girl with about 25 plants
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I don’t think you can have a plant in a room with no light. I am quite worried about that. I just made sure not to pick one that needed full sun. I am thinking of taking her on walks to the balcony. Can I do that?
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hmmm. i am worried for your plant. i wonder if you could get a light like people use to grow pot and put that shining on it? lol. there are definitely “fake daylight” plants out there.
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I took her on a walk today, she got some sun out on the patio!
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I love the headline! Your plants still cute 🙂
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Lol. It’s a big deal for me! I have two young dogs, and I’m more worried about keeping the plant alive! She’s so cute and I want her to grow 🙂
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I totally understand!! I’ve been thinking about adding some plants to my small apartment in Atlanta to give it some life! 🙂
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That’s a good luck plant. It’s suppose to bring you money. Good Luck!
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Really?!? Well, that’s great news!
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I don’t think , it will feel lonely much! Its for her own safety right??
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Yeah, I’m probably just nuts 😀
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😉
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I love that you bought a plant. I advise during the warmer months you allow her to live on your balcony during the day for some sunlight. I have never heard of a plant not needing any light. You should also invest in a plant skate board to transport her. No, plant skate board is not the technical name, but every person at a nursery will know what the hell you’re talking about.
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I took her out yesterday. I hope she enjoyed the sun!
A plant skateboard… I’m glad you realize that I have never heard of that and need to know what to ask for! 🙂
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I just remembered. The official name is dolly but plant skate board sounds way cooler.
http://www.amazon.com/Mintcraft-Plastic-Plant-Dolly-White/dp/B002FYAKPY/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1458499173&sr=8-3&keywords=plant+stand+with+wheels
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Amazon!! Now you’re speaking my language!
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The plant will be fine. Just put a night light in there (so it gives off ambient light when the main light is off).
Also, invest in a water globe. This will allow the plant to have water without you over watering it. You’ll need to refill it every two weeks, but that is plenty. Set a reminder on your phone.
Setting it outside dying the summer is fine, but not necessary if you want it to live in the bathroom.
Good luck!
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Oops!!! *during! NOT dying!
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There may be dying involved
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A water globe? Never heard of it. Thanks!! I’ll look into it. I’ve been leaving the light on all day while I’m at work. Is that overkill?
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Here’s what I mean by water globe:
http://m.homedepot.com/p/Aqua-Globes-Mini-Water-Globe-3-Pack-AQGMINI6/205602278?cm_mmc=SEM%7CTHD%7Cgoogle%7C&mid=s6gngrR0a%7Cdm_mtid_8903jx325196_pcrid_107016511168_pkw__pmt__product_205602278_slid_&gclid=CIu37Ju13ssCFQEdaQodEBEEpA
Can pretty much get them anywhere.
The light isn’t overkill for anything but your electric bill. That’s why I suggested a night light instead. Uses less.
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They’re so pretty! It says to just water my plant every 7-10 days. Would this be too much?
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No – the water globe is designed to release just a tiny bit of water. I have one on a much larger plant similar to that one and it loves it.
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Yay!!!!
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