Gardening Tips : How to Re-Pot Orchids

When re-potting orchids, make sure to do so when they're not in bloom, and make sure not to overcrowd them. Use a combination ...

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🌱 Repot orchids when they are not in bloom to avoid shocking them.

🌱 Orchids can be crowded, but if they are too crowded, they won't do as well.

🌱 A combination of wood chips or wood shavings with moss is a good soil combination for orchids.

🌱 Spreading the roots out a bit when repotting orchids can encourage new growth.

🌱 Natural materials are better for potting orchids than styrofoam, which doesn't break down.

🌱 When repotting orchids, leave some space at the top of the pot to prevent water from overflowing.

🌱 Orchids thrive in sunny windows, preferably in the East Sun window.

Timestamped Summary

00:07 Yolanda Vanveen explains that she got the orchid at the Seattle Garden Show and it came in a small pot.

00:16 You should always repot orchids when they're not in bloom to avoid shocking them.

00:25 Yolanda explains that the orchid is already finished blooming and its roots have outgrown the pot.

00:40 Yolanda believes that if orchids are too crowded, they won't do as well and can't stay wet enough.

00:50 The best combination for orchid soil is a mix of wood chips or shavings with moss.

01:13 Yolanda suggests spreading the roots out a bit to encourage new growth.

01:22 Styrofoam is sometimes used in orchid pots, but Yolanda prefers natural materials.

01:35 Yolanda places the orchid in the pot with a mixture of compost, dirt, and moss.

01:50 The pot should not be filled to the top to allow for proper watering.

01:58 Repotting orchids in a larger pot and giving them room to grow will help them thrive.

02:09 Yolanda likes to keep her orchids in a sunny window, preferably in the morning sun.

02:25 Yolanda does not use fertilizers on her orchids and only waters them and lets them dry out in between.

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Q&A

When should I repot my orchid?

You should repot your orchid when it is not in bloom.

How do I know if my orchid needs repotting?

If your orchid has grown out of its pot and the roots are crowded, it is time to repot.

What kind of soil should I use for repotting an orchid?

The best soil combination for repotting an orchid is a mixture of wood chips or shavings with moss.

How should I spread the roots when repotting an orchid?

Gently spread the roots out a bit to encourage new growth, but be careful not to break them.

Can I use styrofoam when repotting an orchid?

It is best to avoid using styrofoam as it does not break down. Natural materials are better for the orchid.

Where should I place my orchid after repotting?

Place your orchid in a sunny window, preferably in an East-facing window where it will receive morning sun.

Do orchids require fertilizers?

Orchids do not require fertilizers. Simply water them and let them dry out in between waterings, especially in the winter.