This video show a coleus that was previously injured, with the stems nearly split in half. The plant was “bandaged up” using tape, and the stem re-fused together and healed.
This video shows taking off the tape and the healed plant named Helga, who is now healthy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y8uKy… (How to Save an Injured Houseplant – Part 1)
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In the last video, I showed you how I taped this plant on its stem and how it was healing. In this video, I’m going to take off the tape and examine how the plant is doing. I believe it’s just about healed, if not completely healed, and I want to demonstrate how this method can effectively heal plants.
Another option you can use is grafting tape, which is clear and white like this. It sticks a little and holds well, so if you have grafting tape available, you can use that on an injured plant as well. I wouldn’t recommend using duct tape because it might be difficult to remove. Grafting tape and Scotch tape work well for this purpose.
Now, let’s remove the tape. You can see here that we have the tape on the injured area. The plant was originally lying sideways, and I taped it to help it heal. The plant has fused well, so I’m going to take off the green tie tape now. This green tie tape is designed for supporting plants; it can be used to hold plants onto stakes or to tie them back if they’re getting in the way. It stretches as the plant grows, so it doesn’t girdle or strangle the plant. Girdling occurs when something tied around the plant becomes tight and restricts the flow of nutrients, potentially killing the plant. This tape is very effective and safe to use for this purpose.
The tape is now off, and I’m removing the pencil support. The plant is still standing well, and I have a skewer here just in case it’s needed, but I don’t think it will be necessary. I have one more green tie tape at the bottom, which I’ll remove next. The tape was fairly tight, but it’s fine to take it off now.
I’m also removing a coffee stirrer that was used temporarily. It looks like it’s no longer needed. I’ll gently take off the remaining tape. The plant was damaged on both stems, and I taped each part separately. Now, we can see the results of the healing process. The plant has healed nicely, with only a minor opening that I’ll continue to monitor. It was a much larger injury before, so the healing process is quite impressive. This injury is similar to a human wound healing over time; it might leave a scar, but the plant looks beautiful overall.
The plant that I thought might be a goner two months ago is now doing well. Her name is Hilda, a coleus that I grew from seed, and she is thriving with pretty leaves. Thank you for watching this video. Please leave comments about any indoor gardening tutorials you’d like to see, and remember to like, comment, subscribe, and share this video.
FAQ for Healing an Injured Houseplant
What was demonstrated in the last video about the plant?
In the last video, I showed how I taped the plant on its stem and how it was healing. The focus was on demonstrating the method to help an injured plant recover.
What will be covered in the current video?
This video covers the removal of the tape from the plant and examines how well the plant has healed. The goal is to show how effective the method is for plant recovery.
Can grafting tape be used instead of regular tape?
Yes, grafting tape is a viable alternative. It is clear, sticks well, and holds the plant securely. However, duct tape is not recommended because it may be difficult to remove.
What is the purpose of green tie tape in plant care?
Green tie tape is used to support plants by holding them onto stakes or tying them back if they’re in the way. It stretches as the plant grows, preventing girdling, which can strangle the plant if the tape becomes too tight.
What should be done after removing the tape?
After removing the tape, check if additional support is needed. In this case, the pencil support and coffee stirrer were no longer necessary. Gently remove any remaining tape and monitor the plant for any minor openings or scars.
How should a healed plant be assessed?
Assess the plant by checking for any remaining injuries or scars. The healing process should show significant improvement, and the plant should appear healthy overall. If there are minor openings, they should be monitored, but the plant should continue to thrive.
What is the current condition of the plant named Hilda?
Hilda, a coleus grown from seed, is doing well and thriving with beautiful leaves. The plant has recovered nicely from its previous injuries and looks healthy.
What should viewers do after watching the video?
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