The "sphag and bag" method is a quick and easy way to try to save an orchid without roots. You may have heard of this method on orchid forums or discussion boards. The question is, does this really...
Category: Roots
Orchid roots come in different shapes, textures and color. When growing orchids, you will inevitably encounter different types of orchid roots. You may notice these differences when you repot or when...
Did you know there are other types of potting media for orchids that you can use? Many of us use the standard orchid potting media to pot and repot our orchid plants. But if you are looking for a...
When caring for our orchids, we focus a lot on the health of the actual plant. We inspect the leaves and roots and admire the blooms. We think about sunlight and watering and air circulation, trying...
Are you curious about how you can take care of your orchid roots? Most orchids are epiphyte plants and do not require soil to grow. Instead, they have unique roots covered in velamen. This allows the...
Similar to soil-bound plants, orchids are susceptible to root rot. This may be surprising because most orchids do not need regular soil to grow and thrive. However they still need their roots to...
