I’ve found my Zygo’s like deeper pots, and my plants were in 4inch pots to start with(busting out of them), so I used the 2 inch pots, added drainage holes with help from my trusty soldering iron and placed them upside down in the center of 6 inch pots to use some of the space. It gives extra drainage and air to the center of the roots. It seemed like the thing to do.🤷🏼♀️. I’m hoping for good results, but they both look pretty happy so far. Here’s to happy, healthy orchids! 🪴👍
If your Zygos are thriving you're doing well. Many people won't touch them with a barge pole because they have a reputation for being difficult. Mine aren't by and large but I've got it wrong with the Scentsations (probably Louisendorf) and it dropped back. It's now growing vigorously again. I have found that even orchids that like moisture don't like to stand in water. I use what I call a "wet/damp" cycle, watering only when moisture is just discernable when I stick a finger down into the pot. I try not to make the mistake of equating a dry top with a dry base and hold off until I'm sure.
I’ve found my Zygo’s like deeper pots, and my plants were in 4inch pots to start with(busting out of them), so I used the 2 inch pots, added drainage holes with help from my trusty soldering iron and placed them upside down in the center of 6 inch pots to use some of the space. It gives extra drainage and air to the center of the roots. It seemed like the thing to do.🤷🏼♀️. I’m hoping for good results, but they both look pretty happy so far. Here’s to happy, healthy orchids! 🪴👍
If your Zygos are thriving you're doing well. Many people won't touch them with a barge pole because they have a reputation for being difficult. Mine aren't by and large but I've got it wrong with the Scentsations (probably Louisendorf) and it dropped back. It's now growing vigorously again.
I have found that even orchids that like moisture don't like to stand in water. I use what I call a "wet/damp" cycle, watering only when moisture is just discernable when I stick a finger down into the pot. I try not to make the mistake of equating a dry top with a dry base and hold off until I'm sure.
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