A
beautifully flowered specimen of Phalaenopsis amabilis,
a species which has been used to
breed our modern white hybrids. The flowers shown are on
two spikes on ONE compact growing plant!
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REPOTTING
Repot plants about every 12-18 months, or when the mix
decomposes. Use a mix of 2/3 medium fir bark with 1/3 coarse
perlite, or a mix
especially formulated for phals. Carefully remove any dead
mushy roots, but be sure not to damage any roots that are
firm and white. Also be careful not to break the
roots when you repot. Remember, an orchid is only as good as
its roots and these tend to grow slowly.
Repot the plant in a slightly larger pot if
needed. Remember that most orchids like to be somewhat
pot-bound. Make sure the base of the plant is just at the
surface of the potting media, not buried, and that the plant
sits firmly in the pot. Keep plants more shaded than usual for
a few weeks while they adjust. Healthy roots tend to
be firm
and white with green growing tips. Dry, brittle
roots indicate underwatering. Soft, mushy, or decayed roots
most likely indicate overwatering.
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