How to Repot An Orchid: Step by Step Guide and a few SECRETS!

Check out my comprehensive moth orchid care course here: bit.ly/3SalVoW
This video shows you step by step how to repot an orchid, specifically the moth orchid or Phalaenopsis. I also give some tips on how to repot an orchid with air roots.
Here are some links I promised in the video:
Here is the activated charcoal I was speaking about which will help to remove impurities in the bark mix: amzn.to/2Ouil7c
Here is the link to the Miracle Gro potting mix that I used to repot this orchid: amzn.to/2WpCbTS
Here is the link to the clear pots I was referring to. They are great for epiphytic orchids like moth orchids: amzn.to/2WrFY36
Here is the link to my blog post where I wrote about repotting orchids. I use a different bark mix in the blog post, but I prefer the one I used in the video (link included above): www.ohiotropic...
And finally, check out my Moth Orchid Mastery book! It is a very concise read, but it has everything that you need for anyone to be able to successfully grow moth orchids! Don't take my word for it though. Check out the reviews: amzn.to/2UkOtzK

[@OhioTropics]

Check out my comprehensive moth orchid care course here: bit.ly/3SalVoW

[@purplewitch8525]

How is this not the first video that pops up when I looked up how to repot my orchid? I wish it was that way I wouldn’t have wasted my time with the other videos lol this is exactly what I needed! Thank you!

[@OhioTropics]

Glad it was helpful!

[@setambo1309]

I learned more in this video than in the last twenty I watched. Thanks for the great info!

[@OhioTropics]

Glad it was helpful for you! :-)

[@mariacatalano5252]

Same with me. This was fantastic. Explained clearly and I feel I can now repot my orchids

[@bredlin]

best video for a new orchid owner. rescued 7 orchid plants and had no idea what to do. Thank you for the help!

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome! Good luck!

[@chihuahuaCakeBalls]

I've got three orchids to repot today, and this was the perfect tutorial. Thank you! 😍

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@michjoseph0109]

Thank you for getting right to work on this! So many other videos are long and drawn out and I didn't learn a single thing!! You are my new go to!! Thanks again!!! I'm about to have some beautiful orchids. 😊

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed it Michelle!

[@deborahhalyard2350]

I'm a novice as you can see, but you were to the point and I love that, so whatever advice you can give I need it and will appreciate it greatly!!!!

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@mrthinkpositive-ty9hl]

Great video! Is it important to cut off the old flowering stalk? It has a few tiny blue leaves in it. How long before a new flowering stalk grows? Thanks!

[@jenaphura1974]

You really helped me lose the fear of re-potting

[@OhioTropics]

Glad to help!

[@franszymanek8695]

Thanks for the tip on charcoal and not leaving air pockets when transplanting. Your video was very clear and informative. Your links were very helpful. :)

[@OhioTropics]

Glad to help Fran!

[@lynnmccartney2]

Love your video

[@sylviadrew20]

Thanks have learned a lot especially about charcoal . didn't know about that. and how to take out the stragglers. Sylvia Drew.

[@ZowieLove208]

What is the information on charcoal plz??

[@user-mp8yz9in2o]

Very helpful and informative. Can’t wait to repot my orchids

[@betsyscroggs]

I am inspired to repot my orchids! Thank you!

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome!

[@janetkahler8989]

You make re-potting an orchid ''un-scarry'! Thanks.

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed it Janet! :-)

[@karenferrera2514]

Great video! Straight to the point and detailed! Good job! And thank you!

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome! Glad you enjoyed it :-)

[@barneyjones5325]

This is the best orchid botanist ever..I watched all his videos . He is pleasing to listen too.,,,,A great teacher.I learned so much.ty

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@alfiasanchez1530]

The best video I ever watched

[@OhioTropics]

So happy to hear!

[@robinrowe8025]

I got 4 new orchids to repot thank you for your time .

[@OhioTropics]

You're so welcome! Good luck!

[@ninajawnyj6091]

I'm just bought everything to transplant in the next couple days....Thank you !

[@OhioTropics]

You're welcome Nina, and good luck! Following up with good watering is important too. Here is my blog post for more information: www.ohiotropics.com/2021/07/20/how-to-water-orchids/

[@iwonacharleson7071]

Thank you - lots of tips I didn't know about despite keeping orchids for many years - very clear and informative 😊

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@ceciliajackson2050]

I'm so happy that I watched your Video. I'm repotting my first Orchid and I really learned how to do it step by step from your Video. Thank you!

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome!

[@jcreelman9328]

Me too.

[@christinecostello9434]

Nice to meet you ! My sister left an orchid plant so ruined.. now I can take care to repot it like you just showed me!! Thank you! Christine

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome Christine!

[@TimeMariner]

You've helped me get over my fear of tending orchids....just bought two!

[@OhioTropics]

Glad to help! They're not hard...just a little different. Once you understand them, they're easy :-) I just launched an orchid care course if you're interested: bit.ly/3SalVoW

[@vanessaknapicbaird4557]

Thank you, I have a good knowledge of orchid care as well as you do and I have learned a few more tips to make my orchid babies happy!! Thank you for all the steps and guides, your videos are great!

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed the video! :-)

[@ss11733]

thank you so much for helping me know what I'm doing! I just rescued one that I've been holding on to for a few years

[@OhioTropics]

Glad I could help!

[@elluzbrillante]

I am a novice with orchids and plants in general, this was very easy to follow and the extra tips (like sterilizing the scissors) were appreciated! Right to the point. Thank you for this video, I’m off to repot my orchid!

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@DebbieSpringer]

So, I am a bad plant Mom and the roots have been going crazy and I’m not sure how to repot when most of them are reaching for the sky! 😳😂

[@koratmum6507]

I'm actually cringing at the sight of the root system and the almost black sphagnum moss! Good on you for tackling this mission and making the Phal happy!

[@OhioTropics]

Haha, thanks. Repotting is so critical for orchids before the potting media breaks down too much.

[@cfauria9171]

I know nothing about orchids! I recently retired and received two orchids as gifts. One stopped blooming, the other still has flowers. I only water them when they are dry. I didn't know that they only bloom once, then need to be cleaned up. I'm going to Home Depot today to get bark mix and try and re pot them. Cross my fingers, I don't kill them! Thank you for a short and sweet video💚

[@OhioTropics]

You're welcome and good luck!

[@DaughterofJesusChrist-80]

New subbie... best orchid care video I've seen.. I'm new to orchid and in this one video you taught me so much!.. thanks for all the tips🤗👏

[@ZowieLove208]

Wow I just read a few comments and see your the best at helping us and explaining and showing us … looks like all of us are real new at this. I felt like an idiot cuz I have no idea what to do. Thank you

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome!

[@marinasanchez283]

Super clear instructions! Fantastic video:) Thank you so much! I feel more confident about what to do with three orchids that need a new home, thanks again!

[@OhioTropics]

So glad you enjoyed it Marina! :-)

[@vickig8612]

Very informative and helpful! I was just given an orchid and searched for how to care for it. Ive always wanted an orchid because they are so beautiful, but felt intimidated by them. Your demonstration makes it seem fairly easy.

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome! I'm also launching an orchid care course soon :-)

[@mnicholls3356]

Perfect advice thank you. Just about to repot 3 for the first time and was given clear plastic pots, orchid bark and some orchid 'bloom' liquid food. So grateful to see your video you explain it all simply and clearly which is great because I didn't have a clue! Thank you again :)

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome!

[@catekennedymarsden9953]

Do you cut back the bloom stalks once the orchids have bloomed and died!?

[@ZowieLove208]

I’m so with you on this and I’ve got 5 to repot

[@marilynkellenberger8141]

I have the book enjoying it . Still need to watch your video’s You give the best and clearest instructions. Thank you . Marilyn K .

[@morenacampanero8785]

im happy im guided thanks

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome!

[@doncalabrese3112]

Thanks, I have two that I will re-pot now.

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome!

[@user-yi7mg5ig6l]

I have an Orchid that needs repotting and have been fearful to do so! I THINK it needs a larger pot but an having trouble finding one. It is “flopping” out of its present pot. I’ve had it approximately 7 years & it blooms well. Now, I think I have the confidence to do it, thanks.

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome, and good luck! It sounds like a nice specimen that you have :-)

[@user-nz2yb9rk3c]

Thank you for the details. I have 2 old neglected orchids and can't wait to give them a second chance!

[@OhioTropics]

You're ver welcome, and good luck!

[@LillieLong]

This is so helpful to me! I got a beautiful orchid marked down in a grocery store floral department. It was at a reduced price because it wasn't blooming! This is only my second orchid and I know very little about orchid care. It was a beautiful plant but started to drop leaves pretty quickly. When I pulled out the inner pot I saw that the potting medium was almost completely deteriorated and saturated with water. So with the help of this video I've just repotted it. I hope I got it right! Thanks for your great help!

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome! These plants are very sensitive to sitting in water and will rot. However, they don't have any pseudobulbs like many other orchids so they are not drought tolerant and don't like to dry out completely. I'll refer you to my blog post on watering. I hope it helps! www.ohiotropics.com/2021/07/20/how-to-water-orchids/

[@libbyannstew8775]

Oh my goodness; I’ve watched literally HOURS of orchid videos and this is by far the most succinct and informative one for how to repot an orchid. Thank you so much and I look forward to reading your blog. You’ve gained a new subscriber! Gratitude from Canada.

[@OhioTropics]

So glad it was helpful for you! 😊

[@libbyannstew8775]

@@OhioTropics I’m excited to hopefully have reinvigorated this plant and its baby. Stay tuned!

[@pauletteforde5351]

I enjoy watching you caring for that orchid, I have a small orchid garden, and potting is always a challenge for me; thanks for the tips.🙂

[@OhioTropics]

You are so welcome!

[@Apollo_Blaze]

I love this video!...I have always wanted to try orchids but always was afraid, lol....so now that I saw this and how you did it I want to get one. I am going to look at your other vids for more info on orchids. Thank you for doing these! You are a great teacher 😉

[@OhioTropics]

Hi Dennis! I'm happy that my video was encouraging. Good luck with your orchid!

[@poppytw583]

So glad I found your channel and keeping the instructions simple and giving encouragement to us not to be worry about reporting. Am a new orchid enthusiast and my orkid turned yellow and floppy after reporting- am thinking maybe I didn’t pack It compact enough - will repot it again.

[@OhioTropics]

Be careful also with the watering. New bark mixes don't retain much water, so you may need to water more often than you think in the beginning. Feel the bark mix and try not to let it go completely dry.

[@monicakirkland691]

Excellent video. I learned a lot and especially enjoyed the details of the root system and potting without leaving air gaps. Thank you.

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed Monica!

[@ethelalter983]

The best clear help on repotting. Thanks. Lucky to have found you.

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed the video Ethel!

[@user-lz8io9wn7g]

Thank you for the tutorial, I have an orchid to repot and it is my first attempt your hints and tips will come in very useful.

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome! Here is a blog post on watering if you need some tips on how to water your plant: www.ohiotropics.com/2021/07/20/how-to-water-orchids/

[@brigittepasswaters8804]

Thank you for your video! Have to show my orchids some love here in Florida after they stop blooming.

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome! Good luck!

[@rosepoy7497]

Am about to repot my orchid. It bloomed twice last year! Hope I don't kill it. Thanks. Your KZbin is very good!

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoy the video Rose! Good luck!

[@lisawilliams3138]

Your videos are so helpful. I love the way you teach. Thank you!

[@OhioTropics]

I'm so glad you're enjoying my videos!

[@ninasaville4673]

Thank you for your video. Very informative and to the point. I'm repotting my orchids and will follow your advise. Subscribed and will watch more of your videos.,

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed the video Nina!

[@ewadyl6555]

Thank you for this video. I actually repotted one of my orchids along and will do it with another one when it stops blooming.

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@susannugent9370]

This was a very informative and clearly presented video. Thank you!

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@yasmingreenwell4907]

Thank you for this. You have made it very clear for orchid novices.

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@user-mf7py1dx6n]

Thanks! That was easy and to the point, great instructions.

[@OhioTropics]

Glad it helped!

[@norastevens4681]

I like your videos it’s nice and clear instructions how to re port Archid Wish me luck! Thanks for sharing

[@OhioTropics]

Best of luck!

[@DIEGOGONZALEZ-np9ed]

I second what some say here!!! thnx!! to the point and efficient tutorial!!

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed it Diego!

[@37breezy]

Thank you for the video! We are re-potting our orchid and giving it much more water because it was super dried up. Now we feel brave enough to try!

[@OhioTropics]

You’re very welcome! You will do great!

[@Doug5364]

Nicely done. Clear, concise and to the point. I go forward now with confidence!

[@OhioTropics]

Glad it helped!

[@lindadann9202]

Most helpful and I just liked the whole presentation.

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed it Linda!

[@00001965st]

I have great results with the bark mix,, love it ,, tfs

[@OhioTropics]

Wonderful!

[@igienriquez4398]

The good thing is I found the nice video / I love phals orchids Thanks for your info🌸🌺👍🏻

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome!

[@alecmagician]

best, clear video!

[@OhioTropics]

Glad it helped!

[@deniseperrault9197]

Seriously, what we need is to be shown basics...which is what you did.

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed 😎

[@taniav6990]

Thank you.. i just repotted my orchid & wasnt sure if i had done it right. 👍 Consider me a follower.​@@OhioTropics

[@petro3441]

Thanx so much for your clear demo on how to report.

[@OhioTropics]

Happy you enjoyed it!

[@lauraklouda5277]

Thank you for this! Tonight I’m attempting to repot my first orchid for the first time! (long overdue) I feel more confident after watching this :)

[@OhioTropics]

Glad to hear! :-)

[@elletram]

i just did 3 of mine first time for me ... i didnt soak the bark duh! i should have watched the video before hand lol oh well fingers crossed

[@theresalee9392]

I liked the closeups of the plant! So funny to me that you said to repot after it has bloomed!! Mine hasn’t bloomed for two years! It is now getting repotted and I cleaned up the roots with no fear! Charcoal mixed in, reducing the air gaps, hot water to presoak the wood chips, etc., etc. Thank you!! Thank you!!

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome! Good luck with your orchid!

[@sharidimmitt944]

Is it necessary to add some charcoal to bark. I don't have on hand and my video volume dsnt work so can't hear what youre saying, I can only watch. Wish you had your instructions scrolling across the video for us.

[@catekennedymarsden9953]

I needed you! Thank you!!

[@OhioTropics]

Glad I could help!

[@jcreelman9328]

Thank you so much for your videos. I have this really tough orchid that is potted totally wrong, but is living beautiful. So now I'll pot it properly, maybe even get some blooms.

[@OhioTropics]

Good luck with your plant! :-)

[@seekwisdom5102]

Thank you, this video was very instructive.

[@OhioTropics]

So happy that you enjoyed it!

[@kathrynshow9149]

Thanks for the detailed explanation. I feel ready to repot several of my orchids now.

[@OhioTropics]

Glad to help Kathryn!

[@alicehoward4031]

Thank you! Just found you on KZbin. So happy I did. Great tutorial. Will be potting my Orchids right away!!

[@OhioTropics]

So glad you enjoyed the video!

[@fayurquhart-louis8379]

Thank you for you tips

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome!

[@zoecowin2823]

Thanks for the confidence boost just in time as I have a bunch that have finished flowering and I was going to make my first attempt to repot them this weekend 😀 I got this!

[@OhioTropics]

Zoe Cowin You’re welcome! Orchids are tougher than most people think. Good luck!

[@susanlunsford956]

Very helpful-takes the fear out! Thanks so much

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome Susan!

[@loripettit6830]

Thank you so much for sharing your expertise with regard to repotting an Orchid Plant. My plant thanks you!!!💚 🪴 💚 😊

[@OhioTropics]

You are so welcome Lori!

[@skatingpond]

Thank you for your VERY informative video! I currently have 9 orchids that I have had for many years. Most of them bloom 2 to 3 times a year. I was afraid to mess with them because they have been so good to me. I was just about to throw out one of my very old Moth Orchids as it is so heavy with dehydrated leaves. I thought I would look on the web to see if I could save it. Thankfully I found your video!!

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed it! After you repot, you may want to water a little more frequently than you think. New bark mixes can take a while to hydrate well 😎 Good luck!

[@terrihoffart1329]

Thank you for giving a step by step video on repotting orchids. I had 2 plants that I got as gifts and waited for quite a while before attempting to repot. I lost both but I have new ones and I'm ready to do it right. Great tip about activated charcoal and the clear pot you repot them in. Definitely going to give those a try. Thanks and great video!

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed the video Terri! Good luck! Here is a blog post on watering that you might want to read through if you need some tips on watering: www.ohiotropics.com/2021/07/20/how-to-water-orchids/

[@RIM0622ricothecat]

Thank you for.doing this video. Lo e learning how to take care of these beauties.

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome Rose!

[@hannajones1568]

I just re-potted an orchid I was gifted last spring! Thanks for showing not to pot the orchid too high in the pot because the roots all need to be submerged in the bark. :) this video was useful, I hope my orchid is happy now! Just waiting on another spike to come up, it’s hard being so patient!

[@OhioTropics]

Good luck with your plant! :-).

[@hannepetersen1783]

Thank you. This was very helpful and also made me chuckle :). Most orchid advice suggests to soak the bark mixture overnight. I just finished re-potting 5 orchids. I boiled some water and soaked the mix, let it cool down and to make sure it wasn't too hot, rinsed it in cold water. Also I prefer to sterilize scissors etc. in boiling water. No chemical residues :). Also it is said not to re-use the clear plastic pots. Well, being unable to find any place to buy clear pots with (or even without) holes. I washed and sterilized the plastic pots, (one at a time) and cut some extra holes in the sides. Keep your fingers crossed."))

[@OhioTropics]

Soaking overnight is probably even better!

[@jcreelman9328]

How did your plant make out.?

[@sharidimmitt944]

@@OhioTropics soaking root overnight is better than washing and rinsing them when repoting orchids????

[@sharidimmitt944]

Sorry I read the answer wrong. You were talking about the bark Do I need to soak it overnight before using it? And when I'm rinsing the roots do I use warm or cold water?

[@WanderingBobAK]

@@sharidimmitt944 Room temp water otherwise you will shot the plant. No need to soak overnight, they only ned max 30 minutes so they loosen up and are not brittle.

[@graciecallanan4573]

I learned so much from your video - Thank you!! I love your blog

[@OhioTropics]

So glad you enjoy my content Gracie!

[@sarahking8924]

Really liked this video, I didn't know about soaking my bark lol

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@helenreynolds6579]

Thank you for a really well presented and clear presentation. It was great.

[@OhioTropics]

I'm glad you enjoyed it Helen :-)

[@marthalatham6172]

Thank you for the video. I’m a new orchid owner and had no clue what to do or how to care for it.

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome! You can also check out my blog as I have many posts on caring for moth orchids. :-) www.ohiotropics.com

[@martasarrion5893]

Really informative and very clear information. Thank youuu! ❤

[@OhioTropics]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gogumarshmallow]

thank you for the explanation and clear example. my orchids thank you!

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome Joanne!

[@theonghantan862]

Clear and help full tip👍👍👍🙏🙏👏 Thanks again Han SINGAPORE

[@OhioTropics]

Happy to help

[@saltlifegull4091]

wow, excellent video! Thanks so much. Subscriber from Florida.

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed it Leah!

[@lenabigonia333]

So helpful! Great tips and video, thank you! I feel so much less intimidated by my orchid!

[@OhioTropics]

Glad it was helpful!

[@caprice-capricho7381]

Thank you!! You explained everything very clearly!!

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome! :-)

[@sharleenbrasher5798]

Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU! I have been so confused by the many orchid repotting videos on here, as they seemed to wander all around the subject! You were straightforward, clear, and concise, and I truly appreciate you! I will be looking for your book straight away, as I only have one poor orchid which probably needed repotting long before now, but I also really want to get more, if I can figure out how to take care of them properly, and this video has given me the confidence I need to go forward. I look forward to reading your blog as well.

[@OhioTropics]

So glad you found it helpful Sharleen! :-).

[@manuelcuevas7526]

Thank you. this was very helpful

[@OhioTropics]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Nancy-n5n]

thank you. very easy to follow. will let you know how it goes.

[@OhioTropics]

Good luck! :-)

[@user-nd2ys4ss5m]

Very helpful, thanks!

[@OhioTropics]

you’re very welcome!

[@DaveDobis]

Thank you for the informative video friend!

[@OhioTropics]

Glad it was helpful!

[@margaretblack8491]

So helpful! Thanks very much.

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome!

[@annalord5999]

Thank you, very informative. Anna from Warwickshire in the UK.

[@OhioTropics]

You’re very welcome Anna!

[@annalord5999]

@@OhioTropics Orchids are doing very well now! Have you any tips on getting rid of compost gnats??

[@ArturoPerez-ec1jl]

Thanks for the info. I am going to give it a try

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@saraalicea3363]

Great Job ; thanks for sharing ❤

[@OhioTropics]

Thanks for watching!

[@kidrasan]

Thanks for this video. A coworker was getting rid of a "sick" plant, and though I am not a plant expert I wanted to give it a chance at rebound. Just looked thirsty to me. . . based on memories of my grandpa taking care of them.

[@OhioTropics]

Good luck with your plant!

[@charmaine8512]

I am enjoying your thorough class and trying not to behave like an old lady and judge you! But I could not help it. You have everything so neat and clean _ the paper, the tray, no bark scattered around haphazardly on the dining table, the sterile scissors the pots presumably sterilized too, ( so surgical!!), unhurried, neat in appearance (some lazy person may have thought nothing of coming on the blog dressed in their glad rags, and clear in communication, not hurried and breathless, and your tone is refined and clear. And the icing on the cake is that it is indeed a master class in re potting. Have not met individuals especially males with these clean traits in a long long time. Sad but true refinement is dead. Some countries are churning out teachers who themselves need a master class and I hope those watching realize we can learn and also teach at the same time just in the ordinary activity of our day to day life. I am going out to buy a dying orchid and see if I can implement your step by step guide to grow one successfully. 1st mission for a novice at orchids _ I certainly have taken away a lot today. I wish myself good luck with starting a new hobby.

[@OhioTropics]

Thank you so much for the compliments :-) I'm glad you enjoyed the video, and good luck with your plants and your wonderful new hobby :-) It is very rewarding!

[@mgc52able]

Thanks!

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for the support!

[@truelovespossible]

Thanks !!

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome!

[@rosiecruz4255]

Thank you, great information!

[@OhioTropics]

Glad it was helpful Rosie!