# @david.quarlesiv on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/Cxx0URtuv4K
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/79200005-davidquarlesiv-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2023-09-29T14:04:24.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** David Quarles, IV (@david.quarlesiv) — https://gondola.cc/david.quarlesiv

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Often, I’ve been asked how I care for my plants while I’m traveling. So instead of just telling you, let me show you some simple steps I take to care for my 278 plant bbs before I . . . leaf🍃 

Get it?😅

• I check the soil of all my plants, and only water the ones that will need it while I’m away. There’s no need to water each one if it’s not needed.

• I make sure to prune any dead leaves. Hanging on to yellowing leaves causes stressful growth for your plants. This can cause them to work harder and need more water while you’re away. We can learn from our plants, can’t we?💁🏾‍♂️

• For my larger plants, I like to use watering globes before travel so that the water releases slowly over the course of hours/days. Filling an up-cycled beverage bottle and poking holes in the top, you can easily a self-watering system for your bbs!

• Bonus tip: if you’re running low on time before your trip, find a trusted friend to play plant parent while you’re away. You and your plant bbs will be grateful!

Feliz Friday, y’all! This way, the RESPECT is mutual with your plant bbs and they’ll only thrive while you’re away!🌿✨🙌🏾✨🌿 #davidquarlesiv #choosejoy 
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Want the essentials to my plant parenting kit? Head to my stories for all linked items in my amazon storefront! Including my favorite planters!
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P.S. Who else was singing along while me an Pothorella sang to Aretha?✋🏾
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P.P.S. You’re amazing 🫶🏾
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#apartmenttherapy #sodomino #mydomaine #memphis #hgtv #emeraldcity #plantparenthood #memphisinteriordesign #plantreels #dailydecordistraction #plantlover #explorepage #interiordesign #plantsofinstagram #planttips

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