Uploaded July 2021 | Updated September 2026, 10 minutes ago
I'm all moved into my new apartment in LA! In this video, I set up my bedroom and give a quick tour of the rest of the apartment. Since we just moved in, we don't have much furniture so it's mostly plants lol. It's a 3 bedroom apartment for $3500 a month split ways ($875) which isn't so bad for Los Angeles. I only include the price since I think it gives people a realistic expectation of rent prices, which I'm always curious about when I watch apartment tours. So far I really love the apartment and being in LA. A lot of my best friends live here so it's been fun to hang out with all of them.
best,
benji
[ timestamps ]
0:00 - Intro
1:30 - Bedroom Setup/Tour
6:10 - Apartment Walkthrough
❀ patreon: patreon.com/benjiplant
[ social media ]
website: benjiplant.com
instagram: @benji_plant
tiktok: @benjiplant
business inquiries: benjiplantcontact@gmail.com
etsy: etsy.com/shop/benjiplant
❀ p.o. box in case you want to send me mail!
Benjamin Le 324 S. Beverly Drive # 182 Beverly Hills, CA 90212
[ discounts ]
epidemic sound: epidemicsound.com/referral/d6mcv4
glass aqua: benji10 for 10% off first order shop.glassaqua.com/r?id=nvv61o
viridi (cute pots): benji15 for 15% off viridi.co
soltech solutions grow lights: benji2022 for 15% off soltechsolutions.com/shop
❀ recommended plant products: amazon.com/shop/benji_plant
[ products used ]
plant poster (made by me!): etsy.com/shop/benjiplant
plant poster hanger: amzn.to/3hFGFlx
wooden plant shelf (I couldn't find the exact one, but these are similar): amazon.com/shop/benji_plant?listId=2XNYL1GSJWC3A&ref=idea_share_inf'
bed frame: floydhome.com/products/the-bed-frame?gclid=CjwKCAjwlYCHBhAQEiwA4K21mwBNjXELUTQfrJyzev65yNnM63HAEpLyMqab5Z3uGYCTCfQ9SplkdxoCzvoQAvD_BwE#the-bed-frame___Configuration_Full/Queen__Wood%20Type_Birch__Hardware%20Color_White
mattress: thefutonshop.com/catalog/product/view/_searchanise/1/id/16495/s/wool-shiki-futon-folding-mattress
[ music ]
december feeling
lady palm - plant music: youtube.com/watch?v=9G5tLAgC6t8&list=PL0hvnt0sCZP-vUuvg9Bce0jYGpN4btD9G&index=2&t=12s&ab_channel=TheReverend%27sMysteryRecords
swedish Ivy - plant music: youtube.com/watch?v=kS-zjpupq-U&list=PL0hvnt0sCZP-vUuvg9Bce0jYGpN4btD9G&index=9&ab_channel=TheReverend%27sMysteryRecords
FTC: some links are affiliate links, meaning I get a small commission from your purchase.
[ filming equipment ]
camera: amzn.to/3YnCfow
zoom lens: amzn.to/3Kov6OZ
vlogging lens: amzn.to/44PFh7k
mounted mic: amzn.to/3rLmn2G
wireless mic: amzn.to/3rRQGF7
camera tripod: amzn.to/3OCha6h
phone tripod: amzn.to/3rQULJN
I'm all moved into my new apartment in LA! In this video, I set up my bedroom and give a quick tour of the rest of the apartment. Since we just moved in, we don't have much furniture so it's mostly plants lol. It's a 3 bedroom apartment for $3500 a month split ways ($875) which isn't so bad for Los Angeles. I only include the price since I think it gives people a realistic expectation of rent prices, which I'm always curious about when I watch apartment tours. So far I really love the apartment and being in LA. A lot of my best friends live here so it's been fun to hang out with all of them.
best,
benji
[ timestamps ]
0:00 - Intro
1:30 - Bedroom Setup/Tour
6:10 - Apartment Walkthrough
❀ patreon: patreon.com/benjiplant
[ social media ]
website: benjiplant.com
instagram: @benji_plant
tiktok: @benjiplant
business inquiries: benjiplantcontact@gmail.com
etsy: etsy.com/shop/benjiplant
❀ p.o. box in case you want to send me mail!
Benjamin Le 324 S. Beverly Drive # 182 Beverly Hills, CA 90212
[ discounts ]
epidemic sound: epidemicsound.com/referral/d6mcv4
glass aqua: benji10 for 10% off first order shop.glassaqua.com/r?id=nvv61o
viridi (cute pots): benji15 for 15% off viridi.co
soltech solutions grow lights: benji2022 for 15% off soltechsolutions.com/shop
❀ recommended plant products: amazon.com/shop/benji_plant
[ products used ]
plant poster (made by me!): etsy.com/shop/benjiplant
plant poster hanger: amzn.to/3hFGFlx
wooden plant shelf (I couldn't find the exact one, but these are similar): amazon.com/shop/benji_plant?listId=2XNYL1GSJWC3A&ref=idea_share_inf'
bed frame: floydhome.com/products/the-bed-frame?gclid=CjwKCAjwlYCHBhAQEiwA4K21mwBNjXELUTQfrJyzev65yNnM63HAEpLyMqab5Z3uGYCTCfQ9SplkdxoCzvoQAvD_BwE#the-bed-frame___Configuration_Full/Queen__Wood%20Type_Birch__Hardware%20Color_White
mattress: thefutonshop.com/catalog/product/view/_searchanise/1/id/16495/s/wool-shiki-futon-folding-mattress
[ music ]
december feeling
lady palm - plant music: youtube.com/watch?v=9G5tLAgC6t8&list=PL0hvnt0sCZP-vUuvg9Bce0jYGpN4btD9G&index=2&t=12s&ab_channel=TheReverend%27sMysteryRecords
swedish Ivy - plant music: youtube.com/watch?v=kS-zjpupq-U&list=PL0hvnt0sCZP-vUuvg9Bce0jYGpN4btD9G&index=9&ab_channel=TheReverend%27sMysteryRecords
FTC: some links are affiliate links, meaning I get a small commission from your purchase.
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zoom lens: amzn.to/3Kov6OZ
vlogging lens: amzn.to/44PFh7k
mounted mic: amzn.to/3rLmn2G
wireless mic: amzn.to/3rRQGF7
camera tripod: amzn.to/3OCha6h
phone tripod: amzn.to/3rQULJN
![Floating Moss Ball 🌳
Watering my floating sphagnum moss ball. Its attached to a suction cup at the top of the glass dome with clear fishing line. I water the moss every month or so since the dome retains most of the moisture. Ive had this set up for around 4 months, its very low maintenance once set up! Its one of my favorite creations, simple, but interesting.
moss: sphagnum moss
plant: philodendron white princess
dome: I purchased this locally, but search online for a glass cloche and you should be able to find something similar. I know IKEA has some.
[ filming equipment ]
camera: https://amzn.to/3YnCfow
zoom lens: https://amzn.to/3Kov6OZ
vlogging lens: https://amzn.to/44PFh7k
mounted mic: https://amzn.to/3rLmn2G
wireless mic: https://amzn.to/3rRQGF7
camera tripod: https://amzn.to/3OCha6h
phone tripod: https://amzn.to/3rQULJN Floating Moss Ball 🌳](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rwlMfdgTP24/mqdefault.jpg)
![Upgrading my IKEA greenhouse cabinet | tutorial, update, and tour
❀ 4 month update!
https://youtu.be/8HJlzDgHPco
Im upgrading my IKEA greenhouse cabinet! Im converting my Rudsta cabinet into a paludarium with an active waterfall and mister. This was a big challenge for me since I havent done anything like this before, but Im happy with how it turned out. I made a lot of mistakes along the way, but hopefully, you can learn from my failures haha. If I missed anything in the video, or if you have any questions, please ask in the comments!
best,
benji
Huge thank you to Botanicaz for sponsoring this video and sending me some wonderful plants! This is my first sponsorship on Youtube and Im glad to work with them. Thank you, Anya and Maggie :)
[ botanicaz ]
shop: (https://www.etsy.com/shop/Botanicaz)
instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/botanic.az/?hl=en)
❀ check out my unboxing video to see all of the plants I received from them: https://youtu.be/R8fpH1Iq2TY
[ timestamps ]
0:00 - intro
1:46 - starting the build
3:07 - sealing the gaps (I recommend using silicone for this step instead)
4:00 - building up the background and shaping the waterfall (i recommend placing the sheet moss on the wet foam during this step)
5:45 - adding cork bark and tree fern
6:31 - adding the glass panel
8:04 - silicone fail, sheet moss improvisation
9:32 - the beginning of a bad idea lol
10:16 - adding foam and moss to the sides of the cabinet
10:57 - adding substrate
11:37 - adding water
12:37 - adding plants!
15:50 - 1 week update
17:10 - cabinet tour
❀ patreon: https://www.patreon.com/benjiplant
[ social media ]
website: https://www.benjiplant.com/
instagram: @benji_plant
tiktok: @benjiplant
business inquiries: benjiplantcontact@gmail.com
etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/benjiplant
❀ p.o. box in case you want to send me mail!
Benjamin Le 324 S. Beverly Drive # 182 Beverly Hills, CA 90212
[ discounts ]
glass aqua: benji10 for 10% off first order https://shop.glassaqua.com/r?id=nvv61o
viridi (cute pots): benji15 for 15% off https://viridi.co/
soltech solutions grow lights: benji2022 for 15% off https://www.soltechsolutions.com/shop/
[ products used ]
❀ dry supplies
Expanding foam (id recommend getting 6-8, it runs out really fast): https://www.joshsfrogs.com/great-stuff-spray-foam-12-oz-for-sale.html
Coco husk: https://amzn.to/3BWURiT
Sphagnum Moss (this brand is pretty expensive, but its the best quality; u could purchase from cheaper brands): https://amzn.to/3n51R7o
Dried Sheet Moss: https://www.joshsfrogs.com/dried-sheet-moss-1-gallon-bag.html
Aquarium Silicone (To use silicone to seal gaps, look up how to cure silicone properly. One of the reviews under this product explains how to do it): https://amzn.to/3G2mxoY
Paintbrush (to paint the outside): https://amzn.to/3BUf6O9
Black Paint (gesso): https://amzn.to/2ZblWke
Plastic Containers (used as pots, and to build up the background to save on foam, you can really use anything for this though): https://www.joshsfrogs.com/plastic-deli-cups-16-oz-no-lids.html
Submersible Pump (for waterfall): https://www.joshsfrogs.com/ecoplusr-bottom-draw-submersible-pump-132-gph.html
Waterfall Tubing (you need a a strong tubing that can hold its shape, otherwise it will get squished by the foam): https://www.joshsfrogs.com/laguna-vivarium-background-waterfall-tubing-1-2-id-per-foot.html
Some kind of glass or plastic container for your pond (I dont have a link for mine)
Tree Fern Bark (not necessary, but I like having it): https://amzn.to/2XpJHEx
Cork Bark (also not necessary, but adds a nice element to the cabinet): https://www.joshsfrogs.com/josh-s-frogs-cork-bits-1-gallon.html
LECA (for the false bottom): https://amzn.to/3FYFrgu
LED Grow Lights: https://amzn.to/2YZH0dL
Magnets (for the grow lights): https://amzn.to/3jfLwLY
Mister (this one is expensive, but my local aquarium gave me a good price on it. Ill include a cheaper one below): https://shop.glassaqua.com/products/ultum-nature-systems-atomizer-mister-set
Cheaper Mister: https://amzn.to/3m0GV29
Disposable Gloves (make sure you use gloves, like seriously lol): https://amzn.to/3BUl3eh
Metal Wire (to pin sheet moss): https://amzn.to/2Z6Aem5
❀live supplies
Live Sheet Moss: https://www.joshsfrogs.com/fresh-sheet-moss-1-quart.html
Mood moss (I called it frog moss in the vid but its actually called mood moss): https://www.joshsfrogs.com/fresh-mood-moss-1-quart.html
Dairy Cow Isopods: https://www.joshsfrogs.com/porcellio-laevis-dairy-cow-isopods-10-count.html
❀ plant recommendations
Begonia, Fern, Philodendron, Alocasia, Monstera, Pilea, Raphidaphora, Epipremnum, mosses, and many others. Id recommend avoiding plants that will get super large as they can quickly crowd your cabinet.
FTC: some links are affiliate links, meaning I get a small commission from your purchase. Upgrading my IKEA greenhouse cabinet | tutorial, update, and tour](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/s6iHH5GwWWg/mqdefault.jpg)
![Home Diaries | Garden overhaul, Chris got a new job!! embracing change
Chris got a new job & redoing the garden
[ my links ]
shop: https://www.benjiplant.com/
patreon: https://www.patreon.com/benjiplant
instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benji_plant/?hl=en
tiktok: @benjiplant
business inquiries: benjiplantcontact@gmail.com Home Diaries | Garden overhaul, Chris got a new job!! embracing change](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/sYqrgGIquAA/mqdefault.jpg)
![Home Updates | Living room changes, art piece, lighting
Big changes in the living room! Art, DIY, and bits around the apartment
Thank you Helix Sleep for sponsoring. Visit https://helixsleep.com/benjiplant to take advantage of their Labor Day Sale Exclusive Partner Offer - 27% off Sitewide!
[ timestamps ]
0:00 - new art
6:42 - lighting
11:58 - contact paper DIY
23:10 - plant updates
26:21 - finishing off the contact paper!
Fabric cord cover: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CreteLane?ref=yr_purchases&dd_referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.etsy.com%2Fyour%2Fpurchases%3Fref%3Dhdr_user_menu-txs
YouTubers I mentioned!
https://www.youtube.com/@UCSzHO_V894KyTDw3UgZS7gg
https://www.youtube.com/@UCvnSyOfwtn7J14CYRbCaveQ
https://www.youtube.com/@UCFrGteLoV9w45akROgeg4Ow
https://www.youtube.com/@UCb5 GRL2ZJph45SuraPdHg
[ my links ]
instagram: @benji_plant
tiktok: @benjiplant
business inquiries: benjiplantcontact@gmail.com Home Updates | Living room changes, art piece, lighting](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/sZZtWAPgL2E/mqdefault.jpg)
![A Cozy Day in my Life | Valentines Day
A cozy day with Chris and me 𖤣.𖥧.𖡼.⚘
Thank you Helix Sleep for sponsoring! Visit https://helixsleep.com/benjiplant to get 25% off your mattress. Offers subject to change.
[ my links ]
shop: https://www.benjiplant.com/
instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benji_plant?igsh=YzVkODRmOTdmMw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@benjiplant
business inquiries: benjiplantcontact@gmail.com
#helixsleep A Cozy Day in my Life | Valentines Day](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/sarRdIj8zo4/mqdefault.jpg)
![Q&A Personal Chat | how i met my bf, life goals, plants (while building LEGO flowers)
Answering some of your questions: how I met Chris, my life goals, education, job, plants etc. Also, Chris makes an appearance to answer a few questions! This was meant to be a 50k subscriber Q&A, but were at 60k now 😭. Thank u for ur support, love yall, hope you guys can get to know me a bit better through this chatty video.
best,
Benji
❀ chriss instagram - @chris_middendorf
[ timestamps ]
0:00 - intro
0:48 - how I met chris
4:11 - age/zodiac
4:14 - transitioning to LA
5:30 - ethnicity
5:54 - social media journey
6:55 - my aesthetic/inspiration
8:06 - other hobbies/interests
9:15 - education, college experience, career
12:06 - life goals
13:49 - Chris joins!
13:57 - what does chris think ab the plants
14:40 - fav drag queen
15:01 - Chriss job
15:24 - Chriss first impression of u
15:43 - whats Chriss fav thing ab u
16:06 - my fav thing ab chris
16:39 - Chris introduces himself a bit
17:08 - how to get rid of fungus gnats
17:24 - how to grow moss
17:48 - most sentimental plant
18:09 - first plant
18:13 - how to keep ur space open with a lot of plants
19:21 - where do u get ur pots
19:45 - fav plant store in LA
20:24 - tips for beginner plant owners
❀ patreon: https://www.patreon.com/benjiplant
[ social media ]
website: https://www.benjiplant.com/
instagram: @benji_plant
tiktok: @benjiplant
business inquiries: benjiplantcontact@gmail.com
etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/benjiplant
❀ p.o. box in case you want to send me mail!
Benjamin Le 324 S. Beverly Drive # 182 Beverly Hills, CA 90212
❀ recommended plant products: https://www.amazon.com/shop/benji_plant
[ discounts ]
epidemic sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/d6mcv4
glass aqua: benji10 for 10% off first order https://shop.glassaqua.com/r?id=nvv61o
viridi (cute pots): benji15 for 15% off https://viridi.co/
soltech solutions grow lights: benji2022 for 15% off https://www.soltechsolutions.com/shop/
[ products used ]
lego tulips: https://www.lego.com/en-us/product/tulips-40461
insecticide (for gnat problems): https://amzn.to/3DPGxKs
[ music ]
flirting at the masquerade
red tea
september child
october 22nd
december feeling
what a little smile can do
FTC: some links are affiliate links, meaning I get a small commission from your purchase.
[ filming equipment ]
camera: https://amzn.to/3YnCfow
zoom lens: https://amzn.to/3Kov6OZ
vlogging lens: https://amzn.to/44PFh7k
mounted mic: https://amzn.to/3rLmn2G
wireless mic: https://amzn.to/3rRQGF7
camera tripod: https://amzn.to/3OCha6h
phone tripod: https://amzn.to/3rQULJN Q&A Personal Chat | how i met my bf, life goals, plants (while building LEGO flowers)](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/sp6WACtrZCc/mqdefault.jpg)
![Relaxing Plant Care | Thoughtful plant & pot pairings, plant design
An early summer day repotting plants. Were getting plants ready for some photoshoots! Also... we might get a cat?
❀ Monstruosus: https://monstruosus.com/
use benji15 for 15% monstruosus planters!
❀ Moss top dressing available now!: https://www.benjiplant.com/shop/p/cushionmoss
Monstruosus: https://monstruosus.com/
Niwaki Gloves: https://gardenheir.com/products/niwaki-gardening-gloves-2?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwvIWzBhAlEiwAHHWgvdgLE8dB74ZXANT71YWsF78Itr9iMhd7tb_8mdcQQf4n29ksuovfFRoCY0IQAvD_BwE
Diamon Drill Bit (that I used): https://amzn.to/3Vf7osR
[ my links ]
shop: https://www.benjiplant.com/
patreon: https://www.patreon.com/benjiplant
instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benji_plant?igsh=YzVkODRmOTdmMw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@benjiplant
business inquiries: benjiplantcontact@gmail.com Relaxing Plant Care | Thoughtful plant & pot pairings, plant design](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/sswo66Z48DU/mqdefault.jpg)
![Creative ways to display houseplants pt. 2 | how to
Im sharing some new ways Ive been displaying my houseplants! I by no means created these ideas, theyre just things Ive started doing recently. Trying new things with my plants is always so much fun and Im happy to be able to share it with you all as well :) If you try any of these things, tag me on Instagram! My IG is @benji_plant Id love to see what you create.
best,
benji
[ timestamps ]
0:00 - intro & update
1:00 - natural wood stakes
3:18 - mounted plants
6:15 - top dressing
❀ patreon: https://www.patreon.com/benjiplant
[ product list ]
glass dome (not the same, but similar): https://amzn.to/3nbNoaS
clear string: https://amzn.to/3c8czVw
sphagnum moss: https://amzn.to/3xXmLc5
metal wire: https://amzn.to/3AJOHBK
cork bark: https://www.joshsfrogs.com/accents-decor/driftwood-bamboo/cork-bark-tubes.html
turface: https://amzn.to/3qCl17R
akadama: https://amzn.to/3c8zD6A
black lava rock: https://amzn.to/3ophGGv
[ social media ]
website: https://www.benjiplant.com/
instagram: @benji_plant
tiktok: @benjiplant
business inquiries: benjiplantcontact@gmail.com
etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/benjiplant
❀ p.o. box in case you want to send me mail!
Benjamin Le 324 S. Beverly Drive # 182 Beverly Hills, CA 90212
❀ recommended plant products: https://www.amazon.com/shop/benji_plant
[ discounts ]
epidemic sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/d6mcv4
glass aqua: benji10 for 10% off first order https://shop.glassaqua.com/r?id=nvv61o
viridi (cute pots): benji15 for 15% off https://viridi.co/
soltech solutions grow lights: benji2022 for 15% off https://www.soltechsolutions.com/shop/
[ music ]
komorebi - christina shin
december feeling
lady palm
FTC: some links are affiliate links, meaning I get a small commission from your purchase.
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camera: https://amzn.to/3YnCfow
zoom lens: https://amzn.to/3Kov6OZ
vlogging lens: https://amzn.to/44PFh7k
mounted mic: https://amzn.to/3rLmn2G
wireless mic: https://amzn.to/3rRQGF7
camera tripod: https://amzn.to/3OCha6h
phone tripod: https://amzn.to/3rQULJN Creative ways to display houseplants pt. 2 | how to](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/t6HaSm-3UJQ/mqdefault.jpg)
![Attaching Vines to a Wall 🌱 how to
❀ plant: Philodendron hederaceum Lemon-Lime
❀ adhesive clips: https://amzn.to/3LpUi5J
I use adhesive binding clips to attach plants to walls. The adhesive is strong enough to stay put, but not strong enough to damage your wall when you remove it. As the Philodendron grows, I attach more clips to the wall to support the vines. The leaves eventually cover the clips so it looks very natural and seamless.
I started training this plant up the wall back in September, so the before and after are 7 months apart!
[ filming equipment ]
camera: https://amzn.to/3YnCfow
zoom lens: https://amzn.to/3Kov6OZ
vlogging lens: https://amzn.to/44PFh7k
mounted mic: https://amzn.to/3rLmn2G
wireless mic: https://amzn.to/3rRQGF7
camera tripod: https://amzn.to/3OCha6h
phone tripod: https://amzn.to/3rQULJN Attaching Vines to a Wall 🌱 how to](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/tZ-ONFpapVo/mqdefault.jpg)
![Home & Garden vlog 🏡 Making a shirt, plant shopping, and what I’ve been reading
Were making merch!
When the shirts are for sale online, theyll be available here https://www.benjiplant.com/
[ products mentioned ]
curtains: https://tidd.ly/3Zfkd86
[ my links ]
shop: https://www.benjiplant.com/
patreon: https://www.patreon.com/benjiplant
instagram: @benji_plant
tiktok: @benjiplant
business inquiries: benjiplantcontact@gmail.com
[ discounts & links ]
soltech grow lights: benji15 for 15% off https://soltech.com/
[ music ]
Christina Shin - Komorebi https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ryiqS0aDySE Home & Garden vlog 🏡 Making a shirt, plant shopping, and what I’ve been reading](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ukJ_hTFYtgw/mqdefault.jpg)
![One Year After the LA Fires
Its been a year since the fires. Heres a small update on the house we used to live in and the community of Altadena. Thank you to everyone whos stuck around and supported us this past year. 2025 would have been a much more difficult without you.
Thank you to Climate Power for partnering with me for this video.
Climate Power: https://climatepower.us/
MIYA Thai: https://www.instagram.com/miyaonlake/?hl=en
El Patron: https://www.instagram.com/elpatronaltadena/?hl=en
[ my links ]
instagram: @benji_plant
tiktok: @benjiplant
business inquiries: benjiplantcontact@gmail.com One Year After the LA Fires](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/v6NJmgN8RMY/mqdefault.jpg)