How to Use a Humidifier for Your Houseplants 💦🌱
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- čas přidán 13. 02. 2020
- Tropical indoor houseplants need more humidity than we give them, especially in the colder months. The solution is to use a humidifier for plants, so here are a few recommendations on how to set one up, where to place it, as well as the one I think is the best cool mist humidifier for the money.
I set the humidistat on mine to about ~50%. With that setting, mine runs for DAYS without needing to be refilled.
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If I watch enough videos do you think strange things will happen again?
The best "humidifier" I ever had was a 35 gallon fresh water fish tank.
It kept the humidity stable and had the advantage of providing nutrient-rich water for houseplants when I changed some of the water in the tank. The fish were happy; the plants were happy; and I was happy.
Perfect combo
I have a whole jungle growing above my fish tanks and the plants love it
I think I could manage something like that in the future!! 🤔💕
Thank you for the excuse to get a fish tank! 😉
I'm a biotech engineering student studying thermodynamics and chemical processes and shit and you dead-ass explained the whole "relative humidity vs temperature" thing SO good so that those who don't know it will understand. Really like that you could phrase it so logically because I've often failed to do so! :)
How kind of you to take the time to acknowledge this youtuber so eloquently. 😇
@@rjrnj1 eloquently?? LMAO
Alexandra, you should be studying proper language to use, not foul words that serve no purpose, except to show how uncouth you are .
@@mariacompton1416 lmao what
Kind off topics but I noticed one thing: plants youtubers do not need to invest in lighting equipment for videos, they already have the grow lights.
;)
I have been researching this allllll day! So informative. Thank you! Can’t wait to watch more of your videos!
I bought a $16 humidifier from miniso 😂
So far I'm really liking it and my ferns love it too.
Thank you for the video
Glad to hear!
Could u tell me how often u humidified ur ferns? Also how long does each humidifying session last? Pls help as my fern is dying
Best video ever, very informative and clear talk, quick and loved the machine demonstration. Also the difference of ultrasonic and warm one was exactly what I was searching , winner 👏👏👏💗🏆
videos like this are so helpful to help you decide when they're are so many types on the market!
Glad to hear!
Great advice. I've just bought one of these based on this video. My plants are very happy with it! As am I!
i use a humidifier year round, mainly for health reasons but it sure helps the plants too!
Hey my friend does the mist fall on the ground? i just bought one and mine does idk if that is ok?
@@dani9082 keep it off the ground at least two feet. That should work.
thank you for this you’re so informative and helpful without doing too much. love your videos
Great information about humidity and humidifiers. I never mist my plants but remember my mom always doing so way back in the day. I may start using filtered water for my humidifier. Thanks for sharing🤗👍..
You bet Ruthie!
Love this, although I do recommend buying a cheap small humidity monitor that you can keep near your plants, if a single humidifier (with its own monitor) is humidifying an entire room. That way, you can get accurate measurements of the humidity in various areas of a space, rather than what the humidifier itself is measuring, which is the air immediately surrounding the humidifier.
For instance, if a humidifer is on the south side of a room, and an AC or heating duct is on the north side of a room, the humidity that the humidifier reports *might* be greater than the humidity on the north side, since your AC system might be moving air and keeping that more distant area dryer. Etc.
Just ordered mine, I will keep it off wood and off the wall much appreciated advice
This video was really helpful! Bless you.
Most instructional video that I have come across on this topic
THANK YOU
I have this one and a Homedics 2 gallon. The Taotronic stays by my bed. The Homedics is in my living room. It's summer and I run my tao every night and set it at 50% works perfect.
Glad you purchased one. I have had them for years along with having small indoor water fountains to control the indoor humidity. I also use distilled water. Okay! now for the next stage brother. You have got to get yourself a air purifier. Dyson makes some great ones and you can make payments for those who can't afford the upfront cost. I have several throughout my home. I have a video that will be re introducing my houseplant channel as to why air purifiers are important when sharing our indoor space. Take care!
I really want to get one...the Dyson is pricy though! I'll take a peek
Always good information and entertaining. Your yard is looking awesome. Keep up the good green work.
Really happy I came across your video! I read your blog post before about the best humidifiers, and I purchased this exact humidifier last week. My one question would be, is it ok that the mist cascades down onto my plants or is it better to just have the mist directed slightly away from them? I worry about mold and such saying as I’m already putting more moisture into the air. I can’t find any resources online about this matter, although upon searching for this answer I came across your blog which in turn led me to your video so I’m definitely going to be watching more of yours! :) thanks so much for the information!
Side note for anyone considering buying this humidifier: do it! It’s a great price point and it’s one of the best investment I’ve made for my plants.
Thank you so much for this video!! Great humidifier!!💖🙏🏼🙏🏼
Me, just using an oil diffuser that my boyfriend's brother bought me for xmas two years ago lol might need to upgrade. We'll see how well it works in the summer
Hey whatever works in the meantime!
I just yesterday likewise set up a cheap, little used, gifted diffuser😄👍
thank you so much! very helpful
Really enjoyed this informative video, you have great videos with tons of great information
Great video! Thanks!
You mentioned that you use Plant Grow Lights. Could you please tell me which you prefer? I would really appreciate your advice. 🌻🌱🌿🌳
Great info Thank you❤
super helpful, thanks!
Glad to hear!
Thank you for reading my mind.
**My question is this: in relation to the plants, do you place the humidifier below them (on tray on floor), level with them, or above them (on shelf with plants below). I use a Crane Penguin. I think I'm going to invest in one that can do what yours does, though.
Now, this is something that my massive anthurium would love :)). Gotta check it out
Pretty nice humidifier ! 😀
Agreed!
I tried humidifiers but it wasnt enough n I couldn't go crazy with humidity so I got a large greenhouse in my dining room n put the humidifier in there!!
No way! That's badass
Very informative video! I read in an article that you need a fan to help crest air circulation along with the humidifier, is it actually necessary? Just trying to make sure I don’t kill my monstera and pothos!
You mentioned not to put it next to walls or wood, but what about my plants? Obviously I don't want to rot the leaves or cause any kind of mold. How far away should plants be to be safe and does cool mist or warm mist help prevent this any better or worse? Thank you for your time!
So how long should i keep my humidifier running?
I just got a cheap Walgreens humidifier. I hope it works well
I have the same humidifier. Works great! I live in edmonton alberta in canada, are winters are cold and DRY. I fill this bad boy up and let er run at 35% till its empty. My plants seem to like it, I dont get nose bleeds at night, and my cat has less dander. Triple win
You know your shit man. Great job. Very informative. 👍
How close can i keep the humidifier next to my plants? I just got a portable mini humidifier and put it right next to my monstera. Would that be bad for my plant?
wow, kevin. i can certainly use one of them for myself. it's so dry in my place and i really dislike keeping a steeping pot of water on the stove. well, obviously next winter i will have a cool humidifier in my place. happy Valentine's day, guy. carmine.
Happy Vday!
gotcha. thanks.
@epic gardening have you tried to measure humidity with a separate humidity meter to verify the humidity percentage after turning on the humidifier? I got the newer model of the Tao Tronics but the humidity % did not change at all ... thanks
There’s a cool mist and a warm mist. Is there a difference in how they affect plants (calathea, monster) in winter months? I live in Los Angeles and the outdoor humidity is really low 20% 70 deg f. Which would you recommend during the colder months?
Great video on this often neglected topic. I was hoping you'd tell us how long to leave the humidifier on for humidifiers without any bells and whistles. Is it okay to leave a humidifier 24x7?
Harder to say, I'd recommend getting a simple humidity meter for $10 or so and getting a feel for different times
That one is way better then mine holy !
Hello! This video was very helpful. I have a Vick’s brand humidifier that I used when my son was little. Would it be harmful to use that on my plants?
I have a 2 part question:
I see it has a filter. Can it be cleaned? And after how long do you actually have to replace it? Thanks.
how often should i use this for my plants? how many hours in a day? how many percent of humidity? should I use this everyday? i live in Monterey, CA
Which one do you suggest that will last for years?
I use a warm mist evaporator for myself.
Unfortunately, I think if I keep my plants too close, it burns them. I had some calatheas, marantas, and ferns near it and they have damaged leaves now. I don't really want to buy a new humidifier...
I have a Calathea right now that is a tropical plant that needs to be in a high humidity environment. Recently, I bought a humidifier for it but I am not quite sure how far should the humidifier be from the plant and the pot seems to be wet because of the humidifier, any tips about it?
I have carnivores and tropical plants that need humidity so with my humidifier, do I leave it on ALL day?
i recently got a nephrolepis fern, and have been struggling to keep it alive, the dirt dries out really fast, but the leaves have brown spots, i know about the air humidifier but i have a lot of self made wood shelfs, any tips or other vids that might help? (and yes its my first plant)
How long do you keep your humidifier running? I actually used one that we already had for colds and put my plants in our bathroom. It’s a warm mist one and doesn’t have any features, it’s that simple of a machine. But it filled up the bathroom pretty well!
Would putting my plants in the bathroom and then taking them out negatively affect them? I just can’t fit them all in there all the time :/
Thanks for the share. I live in NH and I am curious on your thoughts on this. My BF (who owns the house) is giving me grief and thinks I'm bringing mold possibilities into the home. I'm dying with this struggle to have my plants that make me happy, keeping them alive in a cold state with forced heat, and keeping him happy i.e out of my hair. 💚🌱🥴
It's a good idea to have an air purifier if you are growing a ton of houseplants
@@epicgardening is 70 plants a ton 🥴😁😜🌱💚
Question. I have one small cool mist humidifier...I also have plants in 4 rooms. Do I need to buy one for each room?
How close to the plants should we put it or not put it? Thanks
I use a cheapo old humidifier my mom used with essential oils so my room stays humid and doesnt dry out my nostrils and make me have nosebleeds, especially during winter with the dry hot heater air pumping 24/7
how long do you humidify your plants in a day? do you do it everyday?
Great video! Very informative.. where did you buy this humidifier?
Grabbed this one on Amazon
Both me and my plants hate the California High Desert weather 😅
Does it have to be specifically for plants or can I use one that lets say is bought at target for human use???
For how long do I leave my humidifier on my plants?
generally 24/7, but again depends on where you placed your plants.
When I run a warm mist humidifier in a small bedroom overnight, I will wind up with water literally condensing and running down the walls. Is this more or less likely with a cool mist humidifier? Thank you!
Do you have any recommendations for humidifiers that can maintain humidity for like 2-3 weeks. I'm traveling and worried that some of my plants won't make it. My apartment is also low on humidity so I do want to get a humidifier anyway.
Very interesting video, thank you. Question, please. Does that type of humidifier produce a white dust throughout the space?
Nope!
How far away should we put the humidifier from tropical plants? I have a corner of my house with my tropical plants and don’t know if it should be close to them.
I have the same question.
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@@persephionie7412 That's not the answer. He said don't put it next to a wall or wood. That is nothing to do with how close to plants.
@@DannyTillotson okay then you give the answer Danny 🥰
@@persephionie7412 I don't have the answer. I have the same question 🤣🙏❤️
Is a cool mist okay for plants too??
Chucking out the water tray with pebbles for one of these bad boys ASAP ! got two high maintenance Calathea plants ! >.
How often would you recommend doing this 😊
I’ve been so busy trying to figure out lighting , that I’m only just now consider humidity. I’m concerned about the effects on the rest of the residence,ie furniture, books, hanging art and photographs, If you’re putting damp mist in the air 10-12 hours a day, there has to be some collateral effects.
Anyone else with forced heat have an issue with water from humidifiers getting into the furnace and causing issues? I tried having a humidifier and Everytime I ran it and got humidity near 50 my furnace would stop working. Found out it was because the water vapor got into a tube which causes furnace to stop running and code out.
Should I put it directly next to the plant?
Hint:....if you store this for a few days or longer the water cap can seize up and be superglued to the tank, the best way to get it off is with a metal bar so be careful not to break it or just make sure to use a little cooking oil before screwing it back on.
I found my humidifier in the recycle area looking brand new but I had a hard time getting the cap off.
My cool mist humidifier has peppermint essential oil drops in it. Could that harm my bird of paradise plant?
Thank you, needed this video. We have the same humidifier so it was nice to see how you used it. I'll start using filtered water -does cool boiled water work as well? Also, is it ok to place a humidifier in a big open space? Not a small room.
It won’t matter much seeing this model is an evaporative one.
But, yes boiling will speed up the evaporation of chlorine. Or you can just leave a pan of water out and the chlorine will evaporate out over 24 hours.
You’ll need a filter if you want to remove fluoride from tap water though.
:)
I’ve ordered three Nepenthes and they need humidity and I want to buy a humidifier. I found this program extremely interesting, but I’m not sure which one to buy. I liked the one being demonstrated but couldn’t catch the name and I’m in Australia and need the name of one suitable to buy here.
That's a BIG contraction to have in your lounge!
My palm has had 2 limbs die very quickly. I think it's my AC, I just bought a humidifier. People are also telling me I could be over/under watering it. So I'm very confused.
Could you just save space and use one of those diffusers, the types you might see in beauty salons pumping out nice smells
Should the humidifier be left on all day and night for the plants or just for a certain amount of hours?
I do it at night time only. 24/7 is not necessary. You can just mist periodically throughout the day too.
Can I boil water and use that?
Or try just turn on your shower and have it open in your bath room with door closed to the room. Try with both cold and warm temperature water, and see if cold water will create the same kind of mist on your bathroom mirror, for example.
hello, would you happen to have any new affiliate links? The two in your description send me to products that are unavailable
How far away from my plants should I keep my humidifier? If I only have a couple of shelves of plants in one room can I keep it on the same shelf or further away?
The humidifier needs to be 4-6 feet away so your plants don’t get weak and soggy.
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mine broke :( twice in a year... customer support helped me but what a pain
Do you notice this brand humidifier getting stuck??? I got 1. But the rH% will get stuck while my sensors show higher RH.....then boom it realizes it too high. Shuts off
And same there. Sometimes stays off too long. Realizes wayyyyy to late how low it is. Kicks on...
I picked this up for work. My last one was smaller czcams.com/users/postUgkxtD9aJ2m6GU-X1IChQxjn9l31K1A7Kpwj and cuter but the motor burned out within a few months. This one's footprint is a tad bigger but it still doesn't eat up a lot of desk space. Its size and shape blends into the background nicely. This has a good size water container so I don't need to refill more than once a week. I use filtered (not distilled) water because cleaning up after our hard water is tough at work. I like that this has several settings. It's also very quiet. (I have a silence naxi in the next cubicle.) It also hasn't left that terrible while powder, so far, that some humidifiers leave. Been using this for a month or so now and am very happy with my purchase.
Unless your entire house (or room) is filled with plants, I don’t think you need a humidifier. Simply provide a “water tank” for only those plants that require the higher humidity.
But what to do if your home has wood floor ?
Also another question is how wide of an area does the humidifier work? Do you need multiple if you have a lot of plants or a big plant room ?
Also I find that the humidity percent is often wrong displayed on the screen
Different humidifiers cover a different amount of space, but I’ve seen a lot online or in stores that can cover a pretty wide space so one should be enough. Plus plants being grouped together help maintain the humidity level! As far as having a wood floor If your humidifier is up high- like on a shelf or table, it shouldn’t make the floor wet. Even better is if a fan is running nearby it keeps the mist from gathering too much and the airflow is still good for the plants. A fan also helps level out the humidity across the room to cover more space
I’ve read that humidity, as long as it’s not too high, can be good for wood floors and furniture! When wood is too dry temperature shifts can cause warping. According to a few sources online a relative humidity level between 35% and 55% is good for both wood as well as for our skin and respiratory system! Above 55% or 60% is when hardwood flooring can “cup” and cause damage. But so far my humidifier hasn’t damaged the wood in my room- and my floors are from the 60s😂 sorry for rambling, I hope this helps.
a cheap vicks vaporizer works just as good and it warms the air. good if you are dealing with winter dry indoor air. keep away from small human and fur critters
I live in a tropical country with very high humidity so that is not an issue for my indoor plants. However, I ordered a dehumidifier and I am now wondering if it will affect my plants if I run it through the evening/night.
Hard to say w/o a humidity meter to know how low you're pulling the humidity
@@epicgardening Thank you. I think a humidity meter is my best bet so I'll get one.
You have to be careful with those... they have to be super clean at all times and it is possible to have too much humidity and mold everything... very fine line there
Very true - I set at 50%
That's exactly what I set mine on lol ... they help a ton in the wintertime especially if you have a wood or pellet burning stove
I like the sound of using distilled water in it.... never heard of a ultrasonic one before.... does it have a element in it or no?
Does a humidifier have to be placed next to the plants or can it be just placed in the same room?
About 4-6 feet away from it not too close because your plants will get really wet and soggy :)
The LED screen is actually measuring in absolute humidity and not relative humidity 😊
That explains alot. Was wondering why my RH looked like AH. Just figured cheap led screen ... thanks
I ordered a philodendron gloriosum for my husband wound he need a humidifier?. Trying to be prepared for when it arrives.
They would prefer a more humid environment than not so yes I'd say it's a good precaution
Epic Gardening Thank you so much for the reply.
If you have an aquarium at home, you don't might not need a humidifier. My ceiling was molded with an aquarium!!! Now I dont have an aquarium but I put an aquarium heater in water of bucket, it works.
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Just unhook your dryer vent lol
How far away do your dry-loving plants need to be from this? I’ve got an open concept house so the plants are all in one large room. I don’t want to kill my succulents and cacti.
I usually arrange my houseplants in clusters so the ones w/ similar care are in the same environment, you may want to do something similar?
Thanks! Sounds like as long as they aren’t in close vicinity, they should be ok. I can put the succulents and cacti about 18 feet away from the ferns.
Indoor Jungles :)