I was given an Orchid for Mother's Day and it is beautiful. I did repot it right away it was sopping wet and packed tight with peat moss. It now has open 10 additional blooms since then. I have lots of houseplants and this was my first Orchid and I love it.
At Last, Pure Joy to see you Erika... My experience with this Orchid is that they enjoy bio-char / charcoal for a potting mix... Spray daily in Summer multiple times and keep in as high humidity as possible/
Hello Erika, thanks for sharing this video. It helped me. I had the same problem with an Orchid from Ikea. Now I know what to do the next time. Greetings from Switzerland. Manuela
Erica: loved this video! ❤️ Been through the same with some of my orchids. Have to work on the layering more effectively. Orchids definitely require patience for the long haul. Aloha! 🪴
Hey Erika, I think a tip that would help is that you should always finish with a layer of bark. I know it seems like the new roots will have a hard time finding their way down Into the moss but it helps keep moisture in the pot for an extra 2-4 days! And I’m my opinion it is a bit more aesthetically pleasing. Love the work
I just watched missOrchidGirls video where I think she said the reason to adding orchid bark on top of spagnum moss was to stop the moss forming algae on the top (since it need light to form) though bark does indeed look nicer than moss on the top 😃
I have always looked at the roots before purchasing because here orchids are more expensive. But I can say I have struggled more with problems that have cropped up, like spots on the leaves and one type of orchid had stem rot that died so quickly. I have just had a keiki I removed that had not enough roots but it's officially grown roots so I'm happy
Orchids are amazingly resilient! The fact that yours is blooming in spite of it's roots is evidence that they can keep on going. Curious about what does it look like now?😊😊
Girl, you should soak that orchid in half and half solution of hydrogen peroxide and get rid of that black moldy looking coloring or else it's just going to continue to permeate the roots that are left. And that solution you should be ready to repot the next day without any further problems.
I'm always tempted to try my hand at orchids because of you! My mom loves them but sadly they always die but this is really helpful!! Different plant question: can u do a variegated string of hearts update! 💜🌱💜🌱💜
@@OpinionatedChicken59 right!!! I got really into peperomias cus of her earlier videos, and I also got myself a siltepicana which has grown for me so nice! But now I wanna give orchids a shot and see 🤣
Yes try one out! Find one on clearance that has healthy roots or try saving one of your moms orchids. They are much easier than expected. I can do an update it’s not gonna be good tho 😫
@@ErikaLodes aaah thank you!!! I should cus I really like the ones that have different leaves!! The ones that have like spots or streaks, and the blooms too. Ooooh ok, well it's experience gained through practice 💚💚💚💚
In my opinion orchid bark on its own is not good for orchids, the store bought stuff can be too fine and really is more like potting mix with some chunks and it stays too wet and compact and doesn't allow enough airflow. It's good stuff but you really need to amend it with large chunky bark like pine or fir bark chips and perlite. I also never use sphagnum moss, I've found my orchids almost always get root rot when I use that even a small amount it acts like a sponge and holds too much water directly against the roots. It's much better to use just chunky bark and perlite, the water needs to run through the pot as if its empty and then dry out within a day or so.
Yes I think I have 2 in only bark! Tbh I really like it, but it dries faster than the moss/bark mixture. It depends on your watering habits & environment. If you tend to overwater, bark could be a good solution. Also if you wanna save money & just use bark go for it. I do like the mix better though bc I am an under waterer
Also the orchids that come mounted do you leave it mounted cuz i got mine few days ago and they are soo stinky cute also i think it need more moss because were they are mounted only have a little of roots
The same thing happened to my orchid and I did the same exact thing. Did it make your room smell funky? I repotted mine a few weeks ago and it still smells!
I was given an Orchid for Mother's Day and it is beautiful. I did repot it right away it was sopping wet and packed tight with peat moss. It now has open 10 additional blooms since then. I have lots of houseplants and this was my first Orchid and I love it.
Wow it sounds like it’s absolutely thriving 😍
How wonderful!
Best video for reviving orchids that APPARENTLY LOOK GOOD!
Good luck, little plant! Grow strong!
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You have so much discipline! There is no way i could have cut those flowers off 😭
It was extremely sad 🥺 they will bloom again next year …I hope lol
Put them in a vase!!!
At Last, Pure Joy to see you Erika... My experience with this Orchid is that they enjoy bio-char / charcoal for a potting mix... Spray daily in Summer multiple times and keep in as high humidity as possible/
Hello Erika, thanks for sharing this video. It helped me. I had the same problem with an Orchid from Ikea. Now I know what to do the next time. Greetings from Switzerland. Manuela
Erica: loved this video! ❤️ Been through the same with some of my orchids. Have to work on the layering more effectively. Orchids definitely require patience for the long haul. Aloha! 🪴
Hey Erika, I think a tip that would help is that you should always finish with a layer of bark. I know it seems like the new roots will have a hard time finding their way down Into the moss but it helps keep moisture in the pot for an extra 2-4 days! And I’m my opinion it is a bit more aesthetically pleasing. Love the work
It is 100% prettier!! I don’t mind watering more often but when I see new roots coming in I’ll put the top layer on
I just watched missOrchidGirls video where I think she said the reason to adding orchid bark on top of spagnum moss was to stop the moss forming algae on the top (since it need light to form) though bark does indeed look nicer than moss on the top 😃
@@tuulieve so true I completely forgot about that, thanks 🙏 😁
You should do an orchid collection video so we can see all the orchids in your collection.
Yes! I have one on the way 😊
I have always looked at the roots before purchasing because here orchids are more expensive. But I can say I have struggled more with problems that have cropped up, like spots on the leaves and one type of orchid had stem rot that died so quickly. I have just had a keiki I removed that had not enough roots but it's officially grown roots so I'm happy
I usually check the roots but this one just blinded me w it’s beauty 😫 so excited for your keiki!!!
Orchids are amazingly resilient! The fact that yours is blooming in spite of it's roots is evidence that they can keep on going. Curious about what does it look like now?😊😊
Music is very relaxing , thank you 🫰🏼
Flowers are so healty
Wow this is super helpful my mother always gives me her Orchids with root rot so this is so helpful:)
Lol yes mine does too 😂
My mother's orchids are more prone to die from dehydration 🤣 She's a chronic not-waterer. Somehow though, her orchids are doing amazingly. No clue why
Those flowers are so beautiful!
Thank you for the information. I'm trying to keep my orchids alive.
I love all your videos!
Girl, you should soak that orchid in half and half solution of hydrogen peroxide and get rid of that black moldy looking coloring or else it's just going to continue to permeate the roots that are left. And that solution you should be ready to repot the next day without any further problems.
I was thinking the same. Also, while I hate wasting moss - I think that stuff should’ve been, at least, sterilized before reusing or just thrown out.
I agree 💯. How'd it do though?
Thank you my dear ♥️ I've been with you a long time Erica 😍
Very happy with the video. Please bring more videos like this ❤
Thank you dear I'm still here 👍😘
Lovely flowers
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My friend, thank you for good sharing
Why would you want to make sure that there's not a ton of air pockets? That's what's going to keep your orchid alive!
You need clear pots with slits on the side too, for more air flow...
so brave of u to cut the beautiful flowers
Super informative, thanks for sharing 💚❤💚❤
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Wow!! Beautiful!!! .... And the orchid too..
Heyyy baby girl i got some Orchid from andy and i told them that i found them because of you 🥰🥰🥰🥰
I'm always tempted to try my hand at orchids because of you! My mom loves them but sadly they always die but this is really helpful!! Different plant question: can u do a variegated string of hearts update! 💜🌱💜🌱💜
Girl same, every time I watch Erika's videos I get a super energy rush to go out and garden.
@@OpinionatedChicken59 right!!! I got really into peperomias cus of her earlier videos, and I also got myself a siltepicana which has grown for me so nice! But now I wanna give orchids a shot and see 🤣
Yes try one out! Find one on clearance that has healthy roots or try saving one of your moms orchids. They are much easier than expected. I can do an update it’s not gonna be good tho 😫
@@ErikaLodes aaah thank you!!! I should cus I really like the ones that have different leaves!! The ones that have like spots or streaks, and the blooms too. Ooooh ok, well it's experience gained through practice 💚💚💚💚
Do you have any phalanopsis planted in purely orchid bark instead of moss and barks? Is there a difference and which do you recommend?
In my opinion orchid bark on its own is not good for orchids, the store bought stuff can be too fine and really is more like potting mix with some chunks and it stays too wet and compact and doesn't allow enough airflow. It's good stuff but you really need to amend it with large chunky bark like pine or fir bark chips and perlite. I also never use sphagnum moss, I've found my orchids almost always get root rot when I use that even a small amount it acts like a sponge and holds too much water directly against the roots. It's much better to use just chunky bark and perlite, the water needs to run through the pot as if its empty and then dry out within a day or so.
Yes I think I have 2 in only bark! Tbh I really like it, but it dries faster than the moss/bark mixture. It depends on your watering habits & environment. If you tend to overwater, bark could be a good solution. Also if you wanna save money & just use bark go for it. I do like the mix better though bc I am an under waterer
Is there an update video? 😊
The way they stake the flowers up omg
Tbh I scooted them down bc they didn’t fit under the shelf I wanted 😅
Bom Diaa Gostaria de saber se vc sabe a id dessa linda orquidea. Sei que é uma phalaenopsis mais Gostaria de saber se vc sabe o nome do cruzamento
Can you make a video about making them bloom again? I am having a hard time re-blooming mine☹️
Not the flowers 😢 hopefully they’ll grow back soon
Yes fingers crossed !
That ia really beautiful orchi i did get yellow one
Can an orchid service if it only has bare roots?
Also the orchids that come mounted do you leave it mounted cuz i got mine few days ago and they are soo stinky cute also i think it need more moss because were they are mounted only have a little of roots
Yes I leave them mounted
If you water it more often you won’t have to put more moss
I’ve seen many videos; it better to have it mounted bc this type of plant grow on tree truck in the Wild tropical forest.
Updates ? :)
Howd it do? Curious to see if it made it to bloom again.
Great video!
Thank you ☺️
The same thing happened to my orchid and I did the same exact thing. Did it make your room smell funky? I repotted mine a few weeks ago and it still smells!
I also bought the same one n i noticed the roots are rotten
Hi! Do you add some cinammon or hydrogen peroxide to the roots before repotting? Thanks for your video! 😊
I will now go and buy an orquid
Yes!!!
I've tried with orchids so many times... 🥺😵💫 Now every time I receive one I say, ohhh nooo. Another one's going to bite the dust 😂
Same the ones that looks like uours
I though that bark are more important not the moss
You can take it back and get your money back or if you want to keep they will refund and give you discount.
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you're so pretty !!
I hope you didn't pay full price!