How to Repot Your Orchid

[@annettev8362]

I am happy to see a great video, from someone I happen to know. I am a Huntington Library & Gardens volunteer over 15years. I and many others helped to repot several 1000's of orchids that were donated to the Huntington. I have enjoyed going to the gardens with my Mom since I was a child over 60yrs ago.....

[@jackiepeacock84]

That's awesome!

[@ZowieLove208]

Wow a video we can understand!!!!! Thank you so much. I’ve been trying the different videos to keep them thriving. Thank you

[@janetpattison8474]

In hot humid areas of Florida, they also thrive without pots, hanging from trees. Of course it can get really cold in some areas in winter, so I’d protect them from the cold.

[@dizzlefshizzle]

I always just bought them from Publix 😏in Florida, and it would always die😅😅

[@amandacook8298]

That's because Publix employees are not trained in caring for plants. 8f you purchase from a nursery that cares for plants for a living, then you would have likely had a better outcome.

[@jamesjensen7276]

Palm Beach county here. I've purchased several orchids from Publix and just attached them to trees in my yard and literally forget about them. They give me beautiful blooms often.

[@tongduldulao2937]

Thank you for sharing. We live in Philippines. I grow my phaleanopsis orchid in the branches of our tree. And they are fine.

[@tammihicks1731]

So glad I watched your video I had no idea that I was supposed to repot my orchids that way thank you glad I watched

[@alleyzipzero1]

I found this by chance accidentally clicked on it and it’s EXACTLY what I need. Thank you!

[@sabrinaswinconeck]

Thank you for this I’ve seen others fuss too much cut things off and you are the only so smart and simple I bought a cheap pair from Walmart was pretty and started to die ! I left them alone mostly but took them out of the ugly cheap moss and plastic and just used orchid bark and soil and put them back with out the plastic and don’t wYer them for weeks at a time just mist spray and orchid food during the time they say you should and they bloomed back more beautiful and even more blooms growing multiple roots and vines now ❤😊

[@niagara6015]

What nonses and false information. More likely the Orchids died from crown rot because you sprayed water on them, especially if they were already sick when you bought them (they were cheap/discounted); never mind they bloomed and grew "vines", I call BS on this post.

[@May-ob7do]

Thank you so much for sharing. Your explanations is so much better especially for someone like me,a beginners

[@juanitareyes3141]

All good to know. Thank you for this video.

[@Islanena1995]

❤I love to hear how you explain everything. Thank you.

[@danaw6745]

Thank you for this help. I have to repot 3 orchids and was very intimidating. I can do what you just did❤.

[@dionneshaw9127]

How are your 3 orchids reported doing?

[@rayachan1794]

Thank you sharing this information ⭐️👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🙏

[@tinalongano8849]

Thank-you so much, going to take care of ours🪴

[@kiyamaorchids]

Nice sharing friend Thanks

[@remysgarden2769]

Wow thank you so much for sharing your idia,I love planting ❤❤❤it new friend watching and support

[@blushsparks7300]

I'D LOVE TO KNOW about that mister bottle!!

[@caeliregina1202]

This was very helpful. Thank you

[@lindabarrow8]

You covered the air roots!!!

[@amalovins2946]

Thank you so much for the advice

[@cindymayer3863]

In iowa in January my orchids are blooming, I have a spray fertilizer on it once a week. Miricle grow for orchids..

[@alessandraorani2480]

Il nome del fertilizzante spray please?

[@niagara6015]

​@@alessandraorani2480 Please do not spray anything on your Orchids, the fluid will.go into the crown and I between the leaves and your Orchids will die from grown rot and step rot. If you would like to know how to care for your Orchids, check out Miss Orchid Girl's you tube channel.

[@deborahklinlger8565]

Lots of good info. Ty 😊!!!

[@robertjameslarsen]

In the high desert West of Utah where I live the relative humidity is so low. If you don't use some sphagnum moss or coconut coir chips in your orchid mix it'll stay so dry you'll have to water every other day.

[@jillpannill2578]

Great tip

[@kenwolf6293]

Superb information ty

[@alexsummers1897]

I used to do all this with my orchids. Two years of now flowers. Got annoyed with it a few months go and have left it outside….its thriving now 🤣 I’m pretty sure it just hates me

[@LushFoliage]

very informative video ..thanks for sharing :)

[@auroracamejo2900]

Thank you.

[@katecrosby7890]

Picking it up by the leaves is a genius move

[@norehanothman4882]

Thank you.. I wonder what is your repotting medium?

[@Bluviolet7392]

Thank you💖🌼💖

[@wongyuenmei8546]

Thank you ❤

[@paigenichole8316]

In my experience it depends how tightly you pack the moss. If it’s the long sphag and you don’t pack it down much it really dries out pretty quickly

[@dwagongirl-9327]

Great to know, my moms orchids were in rough shape recently so i put them in water to rehydrate them, and so far i let them be because the roots and leaves are healthy and green.

[@laveraharper9698]

Very nice ❤

[@morestereo]

i am completely dumbfounded. i was taught to always plant orchids in transparent pots and never to cover the whole root system with bark/soil (especially so densely), because it’s the roots specifically that need sunlight.. was all of that wrong? was i lied to? 😅

[@WaterspoutsOfTheDeep]

In a sense yes. The photosynthesis from their roots isn't that much and it's better to just pot them up like here. The exception is warm humid areas then you want it way more open. Somewhere dry and warm like the desert you pretty much need most orchids in moss otherwise they dry out to fast. It's all the environment. There are some leafless orchids that are just roots for example those you would of course need exposed to light lol.

[@Denuhm]

You should as a rule. It assumes however you’re in the correct environment for the plant. The root photosynthesis isn’t for the plant but rather the fungus that lives with it. These orchids are epiphytes. When a plant is healthy however aerial roots will grow and leave the pot by themselves. I don’t know this channel nor this person’s experience, so I can’t speak as to their success rates, I would still be potting my phalaenopsis in a clear pot.

[@amethyst2566]

I NEED TO KNOW where you got that spray bottle!!!!!

[@sophiewilliams3963]

I so need to repot all my orchids in bigger pots...can I get special compost ..I love them but they have all outgrown their pots.....can I get a special compost at my local garden centre .I'm in the UK

[@FlakitaR.]

I understand the clay pebbled and orchid potting mix that also include the bark and moss. Under I put the mix in the roots I put the pebbles and covered with moss that came with the mix. They are doing great! Now I didn't pot in clear pot instead I did the ceramic with holes and no they aren't firmly potted. I have them a bit loose but their happy ❤

[@webwhisper2701]

ah, thanks! great info. - a question re: sphagnum moss … I believe there are 2 kinds … are both okay to use?

[@cindypotgieter-schult922]

Thank you for sharing this. It's my first orchid, so I want it to grow well. I do however want to know, can I re-use the "stagna" moss to replant?

[@centurion6651]

Wow biggest orchid I ever seen!!! 👍

[@DaughterofGaia1979]

That's what she said😅🤣🤣jk

[@niagara6015]

The medium used to pot Orchids in and how often you should water them depends on the climate you live in. There is no one size fits all for Orchids. Based on my climate, if I followed the advise of this video, potted my Orchids in bark only (no sphagnum moss) and only watered once a month instead of twice a week in summer and once a week in winter, my Orchids will dehydrate, get shrivelled up roots and die.

[@victoriyasedunova5778]

Hi. what soil do you use for planting?

[@LadyAlriandi]

you can use what is best suited for your climate. This example is using bark and perlite but you can use charcoal (do not use any BBQ charcoal,) bark, coconut husk, moss, etc as long as its not compacted. THese are plants are epiphytes that grow in the trees, not the soil. However there is some that are terrestial and have different requirements. This one is a epiphyte Many phalaenopsis plants are compressed into spaghum moss in the stores like Walmart etc, that they actually suffocate and their roots rot, so its best to repot them asap. The plant will not only survive but bloom again and again.

[@ChuuChay]

What is that ootting mix you're using? Thank you.

[@eloisaricarte1604]

Thank you! So you don't need holes all over your pot?

[@nicolebowman7354]

I have an Orchid that I've repotted twice *because* it seems no matter the size of pot I use the little bugger keeps eventually falling over/out. It's a rescue from overwatering and lost a *lot* of it's roots. (it's been growing some new aerial roots, but not very many into soil (or so it seems). I use Orchid Bark mix. Any tips so this fellow doesn't grow legs and walk away?

[@WaterspoutsOfTheDeep]

If it's just in a plastic pot and top heavy put that plastic pot in a ceramic cover pot or wide vase or anything. Also can use a stake or two on both sides cut short just to keep it secure in the pot

[@suzisaintjames]

Research full of partial water cover or hydroponics for orchids. Growing your orchid in just water will grow roots so your plant won't fall out anymore. 💖🌞🌵😷

[@mindalinamallari6243]

Great 👍 😊

[@maritesscole]

Wow my favorate

[@bethh4271]

Can’t get my orchid to flower. Yet new leaves are growing. Once a month I fertilize. I’ll repot now and see. Send a video link if you have one on getting it to flower

[@catalinacurio]

Did you also pot the air roots in the soil?

[@carmelitajones7779]

So, my solution is not sending my orchids to you?😁😁😁 Your orchids are beautiful.

[@estheraida5101]

Hi sir, so the roots have to be completely covered by the barks?

[@tessmarie1752]

How often do i have to spray blooming fertizer? What time of the day is best to spray it?

[@Sparkyoleano]

Was that a pressurized mister, may I ask where you got it

[@sandrachaveleh2425]

If an orchid has roots growing out of the the top, when replanting it, do you put them under the bark?

[@Sara-ej8mk]

Is bark all you need? And does it have to be smaller bark ?

[@tinaplanich6224]

Could you please tell me what soil you use? What is the white stuff in this?

[@marycanfield8654]

Awesome

[@rosemelitadoadison3514]

What soil did you used?

[@reneelee6425]

What is in your bark mix?

[@bobbymalta73]

What is the Soilmix Please? Thanks For Sharing!

[@afeldaavianeda184]

I’m in CA and the times that I’ve repotted with a bark mix they die. Now I keep them with the packing they come with. 🙃

[@marycanfield8654]

How often will you water the one on bark?

[@kezibankomurcukuru8641]

Ayırdığınız kullanmadığımız kökleri nasıl değerlendiriyorsunuz

[@GonjaGrowinGirl]

What is exactly mixed with your bark mixture?

[@lena2415]

What kind of soil do you use for orchids?

[@leahhogan9008]

Where do you cut the stem at? Thanks

[@akbarnicolas4047]

I am a newbie in an orchid community, I love them, I already killed 2 unfortunately because of wrong tips. Just before this video I was watching another one where said water them every 3 days, here says almost once month. I am really getting mad, everyone says complete different thing one say do not re-pot after purchasing other say immediately re-pot, one says water regularly other says once a month. This more difficult than taking care of a human baby.

[@nataliestoltzfus1423]

If youre looking for (even more) advice, I’ve had an orchid for a good while, and I’ve found that the key to watering orchids is looking at the roots. Vibrant green roots mean the orchid is sufficiently watered, and if the roots are more grey and dull that means it’s time to water them again. After I learned what to look for in the roots and made sure to check them regularly, my orchid really thrived and I quickly saw new growth. I also didn’t repot my orchid when I bought it if that also helps. Still, I definitely recommend looking at examples of orchid roots and what they could mean if you’re still open to take care of an orchid!

[@abbynormal371]

I need that spray bottle

[@onetwocue]

Forget about the phal. Theyre everywhere. I see a parvi type paph and a cattleya that i would like to hear more about.

[@Serge10305]

Where can I buy all soil and all supplies for orchids?

[@jakesanchez3202]

Where’s the next video? Link please 🙏🏽

[@susanbarroso9099]

I have one but I try every thing try to make them grow, what am 8 doing wrong...and what I need to get it to grow

[@aprilelder6818]

How do you get them to bloom again?? I have repotted mine and they are definatly heslthy but no flowers after almost 2 years!

[@MassyEftekhari]

What is that mixture please

[@alldiva7507]

Interesting

[@siskarusiany9271]

What is the white thing?

[@gildasantiago6062]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Gardengirl10148]

I just repotted mine but I'm losing leaves ..is that normal?

[@allesuye2551]

How about orchids that are grown in water medium…? They seem to do well too eventhough many say that they should not be given too much water. I’m confused.

[@toronto690]

My orchid started a new bloom and leaf growth, but leaves are limpy and slightly shriveled. Why?

[@meystir]

You either have to water it more often (limp and wrinkly leaves means it lacks water) or it might have to few roots to contain enough moisture. If you know it’s not because of watering frequency, the best option is probably to check how healthy the root system is.

[@neryferreira3896]

Porqué se le cambia el sustrato??

[@ellenvickous4095]

Can I plant my Orchid into soil?

[@johndonnelly8414]

No you have to use Orchid bark is the best

[@gayleanholt9763]

a little bit of bark at the bottom and then "back-fill it"....with what? What are those white bits?

[@lizzie1897]

Clever

[@orchidquest]

How often you water an orchid in spaghnum moss entirely depends on the environment you have. If you live in a humid environment, you might water once a month. But if you live in air conditioning, which conditions the air to eliminate humidity, this isn't true. If you look be in an arid climate, this really isn't true. Finally, it depends how much you water your orchid each time you water.

[@mustafamoo997]

And those air roots cant breath now

[@joycestempa5647]

I don’t want these things in the first place but I can’t just throw them in the trash when they are relatively healthy. They keep blooming and living forever…..how long do they take to naturally die?? I’ve had them for 10 years and I’d like for them to go to plant heaven already!! I‘ve repotted twice, water & spray lightly with fertilizer once a week and put them outside (in bright shade) for 6 months as soon as the night temperatures stay above 50 degrees Fahrenheit. I’ve had people ask for them (because I dislike them so much) but nobody that I trust who will be a better caregiver than me, so I’m stuck with these things! I have forbidden my entire family from giving me houseplants ever again - WAY too much work and these suckers live FOREVER. Some I’ve had for 20 years.; it’s out of control. Yes, I’m a very reluctant plant parent to say the least! LOL

[@christinestratemeier2968]

i thought orchids need holes in the pot for sunlight exposure to root?

[@neryferreira3896]

Y de qué se compone (parece una esponga) sé que no es, pero por favor alguien me puede responder.Gracias Nery

[@suzisaintjames]

The brown material is bark (the outer layer of trees). I'm new to orchids, but I think it's only a certain kind of bark for orchids. 💖🌞🌵😷

[@dunkandana2004]

I know that their root wants air, light... Not buried...

[@chinini401]

❤❤❤😊😊😊😊

[@SanteePrincess]

Wait orchid roots aren't buried. The plant grows naturally on trees or rocks with roots hanging in the air

[@Doobie2times]

Does he have his own channel to follow?!?

[@green1328]

I can never get mine to rebloom what am I doing wrong I even repot them with new mall

[@LadyAlriandi]

Some do have reblooming requirements like temperature drops or no water or food for a period of time. Also a stressed plant will not bloom. Try giving it a winter like temp drop of around 10-15C and see if it will flower. Dont expose it to temps lower then 10C however

[@AuroreCecillon]

Make sure it have enough light (if it's not close to a windows it's probably not having enough) and fertilize it with an orchid fertilizer 🤞

[@green1328]

@AuroreCecillon yes I had no clue about the temperatures of the water thanks for responding and also I've never tried to fertilize my plants usually in a tree bark mix I sprayed the bark with a water bottle could I just mix in a fertilizer like seaweed extract or should I use a certain fertilizer thanks

[@ryguy-qh2qk]

Can’t do that trick with a heavy pot 😂

[@johndonnelly8414]

The best pot too use is a terracotta pot .

[@DL-oc1cu]

I thought the roots needed light

[@MileyPit]

I love how beautiful orchids are, but I really so hate the motherf@%kers

[@ellenhaben1217]

I've done all that but it still won't bloom.

[@Mocha1280]

Try a little more light if that's an option. Phals can be fussy about light and water. I have a giant phal that's been growing a good while, but she hasn't bloomed yet since I got her. Very healthy growth though

[@jackwu3189]

😮👍🌱🌠

[@elizabetahdul5959]

The orchid is potted way too deep in my opinion. The crown should be way more above the substrate, otherwise it may rot.

[@brucehensley8770]

I thought that orchids need to be in a pot that has holes on the sides?

[@danawest6048]

I've never seen anyone pick a plant up by the leaves before. Does that only work on orchids?

[@leet0809]

Water once a month..... if humidity is 80%. I have water once a week and the humidity is around 40%