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What Kind of Soil Should I Plant My Orchid In?

“What kind of soil should I plant my orchid in?”, is a frequently asked question. When repotting Phalaenopsis orchids, which is recommended every one to two years, orchid growers suggest using a good-quality,...

5 Steps to Repot Your Orchid

Phalaenopsis orchids should be repotted once a year, typically right after it has finished blooming. Repotting an orchid is considerably different than repotting other house plants. If this is your first time repotting...

Tips for Preparing to Repot Orchids

The techniques used to repot Phalaenopsis orchids are significantly different from those used to repot other house plants; a fact that surprises most orchid owners the first time they repot their orchid. Some of the...

How to Tell When It’s Time to Repot Your Phalaenopsis Orchid

It can be tricky to tell when it’s time to repot your Phalaenopsis orchid. So beware!

What Types of Containers Can Be Used to Repot Orchids?

Numerous types of containers can be used to repot Phalaenopsis amabilis orchids. Some Phalaenopsis orchid growers double pot their orchids before shipping them to stores. The actual orchid plant is planted in a clear...

What to Do with Used Orchid Potting Bark

When repotting Phalaenopsis amabilis orchids, which should be done every one to two years, orchid experts recommend using fresh potting media. Used orchid potting materials should never be used to repot an orchid; nor...

From Little Keikis Beautiful Orchids Grow

Orchid owners may not send out birth announcements, but they’re just as proud as any new parent when one of their orchids forms a “Keiki,” the Hawaiian word for “baby.” Keikis are baby plantlets that are occasionally...

When Should You Repot Your Phalaenopsis Amabilis Hybrid?

Repotting your beautiful Phalaenopsis amabilis hybrid is inevitable at some point in its life, but as a general rule of thumb, every 12 to 18 months works well. The best tip for you to remember is timing; this is...