One of the issues I encountered during this process was houseplant root rot. Incorrect watering is the main culprit of killing off orchids and orchid root rot is not a rare sight for orchid owners.
Cut off any dead roots and remove as much of the old compost as you can without disturbing the root ball too much. This type of orchid has pseudobulbs, swollen tubers at base of the plant that stores ...
It’s most important not to overwater orchids to avoid root rot, so it’s best to stay on the conservative side of watering, according to Sons. Regardless of the blooming cycle and whether or ...
“If the roots are brown and mushy, as opposed to green or white and plump and firm, then this is a sure sign that your orchid has suffered root rot and is beyond saving. Similarly, if the crown ...
Tammy repots a tired, pot-bound dendrobium orchid. Most orchids don’t mind being pot bound but do benefit from repotting every 2-3 years once the plant has outgrown its pot and the potting ...