Do this right after purchasing orchids to ensure longevity!

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Why orchid plants do not last long enough after being brought home from store. I am urging you to take these steps immediately to insure your new orchid plants longevity. If you think, it is appropriate to leave orchid as it is, in the store package, so very soon, maybe at around a week time you will notice that some of the flowers will dry out prematurely and leaves will start to develop yellowish spots. After maybe another week or two your orchids might loose the crown or some leaves and shortly after, if you won’t do anything it will end up in waste basket. What is the reason behind severe orchid crown rot. One of the main reason, that can cause this roots suffocation. #orchids #OrchidsForBeginners #OrchidsCare #phalaenopsis #PhalaenopsisOrchids #orchidsneverdie #orchidaceae #orchidrepotting #orchidroots #orchidspecies #wateringplants #growingorchids #terrarium
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@sharynflanagan6978 2 жыл бұрын

As a former floral merchandiser who worked inside a grocery store, I can tell you the plastic sleeves protect the flowers from the manhandling that customers give them. They also protect the orchids somewhat from the cold temps in the produce department where floral is ususlly located and allow the orchids to survive the trip home in your vehicle.

@identi-d9817 2 жыл бұрын

It's just unfortunate that the big box stores don't actually give you proper instructions on care. They don't tell you that the plastic pots are for specifically short term protection, and to repot when you get home. I bought a mini orchid from a big box store last summer, it said on the tag to water with ice cubes and keep in indirect sunlight. It doesn't say to do anything with the plastic wrap, pots nor that you should water with low mineral water and keep the roots aerated. Lol

@earisu 2 жыл бұрын

That's all well and good but they still need to be removed like she said.

@claudiacanales2662 2 жыл бұрын

I wouldn’t remove the plastic unless you see that there is some fungus. Otherwise leave it alone!

@lilybaytoday 2 жыл бұрын

@@claudiacanales2662 Nothing will thrive in plastic.

@sheerluckholmes5468 2 жыл бұрын

@@claudiacanales2662 the plastic will accelerate the growth of fungus as nothing is able to breathe. Try wrapping yourself in Glad Wrap and see how you fare.

@Peterrdee 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been saving some of the orchids that my neighbor just throws out after they bloom. I’m so excited to have a bunch that all bloom at the same time omg

@digitallocations1423 2 жыл бұрын

That's so wholesome. ☺ I may buy orchids someday, right now I'm trying to grow peonies.

@glenerickson358 2 жыл бұрын

That's like easter lilies. People throw them out. Plant them in a flower bed!🤦‍♂️

@TheGardengirl93 2 жыл бұрын

@@glenerickson358 ccu vhf h

@dannyhay7995 2 жыл бұрын

I use to get good deals at a local Lowe's.. Orchids and cactus for 25 cts to $2.00 ! I would get them have them growing back like they should. Had a good thing going till this certain plant employee no longer worked there.I love getting these plants growing and thriving.Good luck!

@claudiacanales2662 2 жыл бұрын

How exciting!

@SarahTheShrink Жыл бұрын

Personally I just use chunks of bark as a substrate and grow the orchid in a pot where all of the water can drain out. I water my orchids by checking the colour of the roots that are within the bark. If they are grey, I pour slightly warm water over the roots and leave it to fully drain out before putting the orchid back in its decorative pot. I’ve rescued a nearly dead orchid that way. It’s my first rescue plant. If roots are green then don’t water. If leaves go yellow or shrivel up, that means you’re giving them too much water. If leaves go yellow, then they may be getting too much sun. They like a bright place but somewhere where the sun doesn’t shine directly on them

@ayodeler39 2 жыл бұрын

Also, have you tried setting the orchid roots inside an empty coconut? I recall it was my aunties in the Caribbean’s pride and joy. Balconies full of orchids hanging in coconut shells.🤔.

@chocoalmondfudge 2 жыл бұрын

Our dendrobiums are doing good in the coconut husk with charcoal VS dendrobiums in a pot with charcoal, bark and coconut husk chips. Idk why

@Classyflowers 2 жыл бұрын

Good idea I have to try

@DeborahCaldwell77 2 жыл бұрын

Oh funny. Today when I stuck my new orchid in a larger teacup than it’s plastic wrap was, I thought of putting it in an empty orange that I had just scooped out. When I scoop the other half out I will stick it in there just for fun I think it would love it

@toomanymarys7355 2 жыл бұрын

We forget living in temperate zones that orchids aren't super fussy for people in the right climate!

@claudiacanales2662 2 жыл бұрын

Oh wow that sounds cool!

@stalagnight 9 ай бұрын

I was given an Orchid last Christmas. After the flowers died I left it on my veranda and more or less ignored it. It now has lovely blooms and I intend to follow advise given to enhanse it's growth.

@OldJoeBlows Жыл бұрын

Orchids are so easy to save. I personally cannot use moss because I overwater, obviously because I love them so much. I repot them with bark into pots with holes. Once a week they get a storm in the sink and then back to their spots they go.

@debmidas7736 13 күн бұрын

I received my very first tiny orchid plant for Mother's Day. I scoured the internet and watched everything I could find on caring for orchids. I repotted to a pot with multiple holes and placed in a sunny location. I love orchids! I now have 5. All doing well with watering weekly to 10 days, fertilizing monthly and now have grow lights nearby and and a mister going ( I live in a dry climate). Thanks for your information.

@GagaTheArcher Күн бұрын

Me too just bought a mini orchid and now im teaching myself how to take care of them, because for some reason, when i newly bought it, after few days some if it is kinda decaying, but right now, shes stabilizing and i hope i can make my orchid bloom new flowers.

@pamelaj.s.2522 Жыл бұрын

I took this advice and sadly killed my orchid...I've since learned to leave it be for a month as it acclimates, in an isolated area to make sure it has no pests. The only thing I do is remove the sleeve and water when the roots are dry silver.

@osangreyes7329 25 күн бұрын

I used to do this but sadly it died after 2 weeks. I kept buying and still no luck. I stop buying even though I was tempted to buy. Until I saw a lovely big blooms of flowers so I bought. I did not touched it and just put the whole thing in the pot. Now, 3 months already and still blooming. So, lesson learned. Do not touch the roots until the flowers are gone. Water only if needed.

@pamelaj.s.2522 12 күн бұрын

@@osangreyes7329 Very nice. I would say water once a week, unless still wet. Also, repot when you see new growth. But isolation is important too.. Good for you!

@margaretpratt5963 Жыл бұрын

As the person who worked in the big box store, I unpacked hundreds of orchids. The packaging was to protect while shipping and the container for stability on the wire shelving. There is no training of the staff regarding nursery stock. There was a watering video, but it really applied to the outdoor stock. Plant info is on the label or stake. There may be a scan for more info. Turnover of employees is too great to invest in real training. This applies to every department. KZfaq is really your best source for info, I used it constantly and recommended it to my customers.

@TerryMcGearyScotland Жыл бұрын

Wise words. Supermarket plants often suffer a long, lingering death due to placing near the draughty doors, under a blower heater etc. I’ve often seen plants in display pots (with no hole) sitting on capillary matting. But even then staff seem to think the matting is purely decorative and never wet it. I feel for those plants.😢

@CJ-kn1cj 2 жыл бұрын

This is very helpful. I gave up on orchids about 2 years ago. This video explains a lot. Thanks for sharing. ❤️

@WonkaWillE 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of my new favorite channels, so much good information for a new gardener. I appreciate all the hard work

@stargazeronesixseven Жыл бұрын

🙏 Thank You So Much Classy Flowers for these Valuable Lessons to keep our flowers alive & healthier after taking them home! 🌷🌿🌍💜🕊

@ladypluuto8250 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! I've had mine a whole year in the store container and she bloomed for me multiple times, super healthy leaves and all. But I will still be re-potting her soon to be sure she is happy :)

@ryanmac9628 2 жыл бұрын

U repot? Guessing just a bigger pot. Bit of gravel n moss. Push some roots deep inside the moss n a few outside container. ( guess am trying to sink in the video lol)

@tarikzaman9089 Жыл бұрын

Can Climacium dendroides moss use for orchids instead of sphagnum moss? Please help me.

@MsAngrybutterfly Жыл бұрын

It depends on the store container, I have never seen containers like the ones in the video, at least on any orchids that I have purchased. The ones I get usually are good for a year before I re-pot, but I do take them out and put them in a larger glass vase with pebbles at the bottom with just the vented plastic growers pot. I'd bet if you've had good luck, your store container is probably the type I usually see.

@wendyboyd2355 Жыл бұрын

I never repotted mine till here recently there 3 to 4 years old They lived in the store pot for years Blooms All the time I just love them around my pool Inn the banna trees and ferns .

@jgunther3398 Жыл бұрын

@@MsAngrybutterfly i brought one home that looked healthy and well-potted enough but within a couple weeks it had crown rot and died quickly. and my experience with these goes back to the '90s (were only available from local growers or mail order then)

@loadedfun4764 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for all your advice! I just worked on a property here in Naples that has tons of orchids that have grafted to the ground on this property.... I collected them all (12-15) and brought them home to plant with sphagnum and orchid mix..... Some of them may as well be bromeliads. Non the less it should be cool to see exactly what all develops.

@lilqueeniescraftingismypassion 2 жыл бұрын

Here I am over ten years later staying away from them thinking I was kill them, and here you show me its not really my fault its the way they were packed, thank you so much because I just bought two and now know they have a wonderful chance to grow.

@sashawilliams6191 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this info. I wasn’t sure whether to repot my new orchid, seeing as it was in bloom, but now I know I can! 🥳

@SweetColo 10 ай бұрын

THE BEST orchid vid I’ve ever seen! Brilliant, thank you so much. This is a definite SAVE

@winkieblink7625 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for my FIRST orchid explanation.

@beat4224 2 жыл бұрын

My first REAL explanation too

@maxzytaruk8558 2 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate you going through the Velamin, and the nitty gritty of its micromorphology, very nice video

@wickedcabinboy 2 жыл бұрын

Just recently found your channel. Having purchased a pair of orchids years ago I had no idea what I was doing. And, as you have predicted, they didn't last long. Looking forward to trying again.

@bbrosser694 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! I'm thrilled to find Your Very Important Teaching re: Orchids. Thank You!

@ununuh Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this! My son gave me what must have been an expensive orchid plant for my birthday. I found the perfect exposure for it but I was worried about the pot…no drain holes. After watching this video I found an orchid pot I already had on hand to repot the plant into. I had no idea that inside the rather fancy pot the orchid roots were tightly jammed into a plastic pot full of wet moss! I was able to free the roots so they can now spread out into an orchid pot with plenty of room for air circulation. My plant still has some buds to open and I hope to enjoy it for a very long time! How sad it would have been to watch it slowly die!

@inos3697 2 жыл бұрын

Just started to have more interest in orchids, have about five of them, non expensive but very pretty. This video will help, and gives hope for blooms.

@theladydeirdre2173 2 жыл бұрын

I commented on your most recent video regarding growing successfully in partial water culture and my success. I would say that the method that you showed here is closely resembling the way in which I grow except without the moss. It doesn’t mean that I wouldn’t try your method here as well. It would be fun to compare. Again my roots reach for the water in a terrarium like environment. Highly successful multi bloom orchids of all species. Thank you for your hard work.

@AH-sl2je 2 ай бұрын

I’ve been putting mine in water and it’s been thriving. When I figured this out, I went from 1 plant to 15 different orchids now. They are doing great next to windows in glass jars

@barbarawardlow746 2 жыл бұрын

I've been growing orchids for many years with what I would describe as great success but one of the prettiest ones I ever purchased was such a dark purple, it was almost black. Unfortunately, it started to die a couple of days after I brought it home and I didn't know what to do to save it. Wish I had seen your video back then.

@rhiannonwhitehead6728 Жыл бұрын

just bought an orchid for $3.50 on clearance as it was dying and the substrate was absolutely soaking wet with no drainage so no wonder it was wilting and had a yellow stem. thank you for the video it helped a lot!

@ShogunHull 2 жыл бұрын

Dear Classy... you have just explained so much for me. I thank you, thank you, thank you for sharing this important information in superb minut detail.. I got it!! I will continue to learn from your generosity of spirit ..that you share with all of us who care about these things too. My beloved Mother, who has passed now... had hothouses and raised prize orchids. But alas.. I was a child then who loved to go into the hothouses ..loved the smells...the orchids growing beautifully... all of it... but she had the information..not I. Now I'm old enough butmust find another teacher.

@janetg1691 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Your explanation was better than most. I got an orchid as a gift and shortly thereafter the flower died. Only then did I watch youtube videos on orchid care. I cut massive slits in the plastic pot and now immerse water it every few weeks when the top 2 inches is bone dry. I had been keeping it in my unheated sun room, until almost freeze up. Now it is in my west window (biggest window I have). The plant is getting a new flower shoot! This is so exciting!

@nanvolentine9110 2 жыл бұрын

I rescued a lot of orchids from the nursing home where I worked and brought them back from the brink of death. First thing I did was take them apart and put them in fir bark, with a quick soak once a week or so. I still have three of them, all have bloom spikes and I'm looking forward to the show. I'm no expert, but this system works for me. I never "just add ice" I believe ice is hard to come by in the tropics!

@blancaestela4197 2 жыл бұрын

does the bark have to be new, I got some old from a previous plant. I want to use it, ?

@nanvolentine9110 2 жыл бұрын

@@blancaestela4197 I use new bark

@blancaestela4197 2 жыл бұрын

@@nanvolentine9110 Thanks I found where I can buy the new stuff for orchids.

@claudiacanales2662 2 жыл бұрын

@@blancaestela4197 old bark could potentially introduce disease. This is why new bark is advised!

@blancaestela4197 2 жыл бұрын

@@claudiacanales2662 thanks, I will trash the old one. I do want healthy plants and beautiful.

@Cyrilmc222004 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much that was really really helpful and useful too. Now I know why my Orchids have never survived!!!!!!! I will take your fantastic advice when I purchase another Orchid. Please stay safe and well too

@daviddiannenickerson3225 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful.. Although I've gotten my Orchids to flower again after their initial blooming, you've provided information to prolong their continued flowering and growing process. Thank you very much.

@sandrashevel2137 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, i inherited an orchid from a friends mom's funeral. I want it to be taken care of well to carry on memories.

@lordbyron3603 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent! Clearly explained and to the point without a lot of “ fluff “! Thank you !

@albertan6634 Жыл бұрын

Could have done without all the science though and the microscope.

@Stef_T-G Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad I saw this! I bought a glass "vase" (it's a cookie jar, but the size was perfect) and I bought River rocks and dry moss to put in there. I'm gonna grow live moss and switch this after.

@irishkazolotse 2 жыл бұрын

Such a great idea with those vases, i need three now 😍 and I liked your "no nonsense" cut those plastic open attitude

@4ohgollycats 5 ай бұрын

That clear vase treatment looks gorgeous!

@yolyrom7233 2 жыл бұрын

This is thee best info I’ve literally have seen here on KZfaq regarding store bought Orchid’s. I just sub’d to your channel, so that I can gain better knowledge, to be more educated on how to care for my plant’s. Thank you so much for this educational vid!

@judichristopher4604 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent Video Thank you so much for sharing all this great information. I just received a new Mini Orchids and you're right the roots were in a PLASTIC cup and it looked horrible... I didn't know what else to put it in... so I found your video. Thank goodness...

@ProgressiveDiscussions 2 жыл бұрын

The plant department manager at the supermarket offered me 2 phalaenopsis orchids that had very droopy leaves, so she marked them down to $4 for the both of them. I took them home and quickly put them in an Orchid basket and now they are making a good comeback.

@beat4224 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations!

@ProgressiveDiscussions 2 жыл бұрын

@@beat4224 now I have been soaking the Orchid basket with the very coarse coconut fiber substrate in fertilized water for 10 minutes per week or bi-weekly. I make my own fertilized water for the plants by having dechlorinated water with crushed oyster and coral at the bottom, which they sell at a low price on Amazon for chicken feeding.

@HaloHighlightz Жыл бұрын

@@ProgressiveDiscussions I see you make videos, do you have one on your fertilizer water?

@ProgressiveDiscussions Жыл бұрын

@@HaloHighlightz no I don't but I just simply use the water in my aquarium. I also suck my air plants in the aquarium which is another big plus of having a fish tank, you save money on fertilizer.

@user-xw2ch6ml5x Жыл бұрын

why do the leaves get droopy

@llllllllllilillii Жыл бұрын

there are no words I can use to thank you!!!! omg I had no idea.

@novelist99 24 күн бұрын

Wow! You're such an orchid expert. I'm just learning how to care for them. My MIL often gets me one, and it always dies. I hope I can make my latest thrive with everything I'm learning.

@savithrivenugopal 2 жыл бұрын

I had to immediately take mine out id the plastic containers and put the plant in a big pot, I just put some dry limbs in the pot to elevate the plant a bit. Thank you for sharing this valuable video on how to save orchid plants 💕

@vanessawhitneypro 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU for such a BEAUTIFUL idea for growing my orchid!

@neohelios77 2 жыл бұрын

6:23 - Holy smokes, that is B-E-A-Utiful!!! Amazing gift idea, I love it!

@colleenmcdonnell5713 10 ай бұрын

Great video and you are obviously an expert grower. In my experience, I would not immediately repot an orchid in spike or bloom after bringing it home. There is danger of breaking the flower spike or setting the plant back in other ways. In many cases, it will be the first orchid for someone with no experience with repotting. I’ve had mini phals thrive in the original clear plastic, and only repotted when the roots outgrew the pot. If the roots look healthy, just be careful with watering and don’t let the roots rot, and repot when the plant is out of bloom. If the clear plastic pot doesn’t have a drainage hole, it’s easy enough to make one without disturbing the plant. I think common sense would tell most people to remove the outer packaging, just as they would with any purchase houseplant. I’m not a fan of moss and use it sparingly, but I noted that you went from moss to more moss when you repotted, and did not trim the dead roots, which is a recipe for disaster. Another video on repotting without rushing through it might be helpful.

@cecile5090 10 ай бұрын

I agree. I don’t think you should re-pot when it’s in spike/bloom.

@jktbali 4 ай бұрын

Was just thinking the same thing. Changing the environments from nursery to store to home is enough to shock an orchid, imagine prying out the medium and whack it around like that! 😦

@ericashines1375 3 ай бұрын

@@cecile5090hi, I know nothing about plants I purchased an beautiful orchid which is in bloom but once I unwrapped it from the plastic from the store I see roots all over the top in the comments ppl are saying not to repot during bloom what do I do please help?!

@preethamkrishnan8598 2 жыл бұрын

One of my friend gifted , the buds started to fall off. I stumbled upon your video, I am going to take it out of the package n follow your instructions. Now I am going to learn how to grow them well after watching your video. Thank you

@joannoliveira7945 2 жыл бұрын

Ohhhh, how I wish that I watched this video before I let my poor phal suffocate in its pretty big-store protective pot that makes a horrible permanent home. Core rot and root rot took one stem plus all the blooms and leaves. I still see some green in the remaining stem and roots, so I’m trying to save it. Orchids always intimated me. My daughter really wanted me to buy this one, otherwise I would have just admired it as usual. I’m now determined to successfully keep one. Thanks for enlightening this newb! Wish me luck!

@chloesouzaboyce5235 Жыл бұрын

This is one of the coolest videos I’ve ever seen. Thanks for sharing this!

@MsTruthseeker999 2 жыл бұрын

Very informative, thanks I never knew about the roots it was very interesting. Going to try mine in a big glass jar that's been waiting for the right project.

@chantellerosebud1780 Жыл бұрын

Truly excellent video! I’ve been growing orchids for years but these tips will change everything! Very excited to try this more natural method as it just makes much more sense 😊 Thank you so much!

@julianosvonskingrad7009 Жыл бұрын

I followed it too. Result: Root rot and woodlice. The moss must be cleaned excessively. And it should never be that weg, that is way too much humidy for orchid roots.

@milenkatyt Жыл бұрын

What an informative video. I thought I just wanted a quick info on how to repot my dying orchid that I got from my mother in law before she passed away but now I’m gonna check out other videos by this context creator and even subscribe. Great job and pleasant voice!!

@devilmecare Жыл бұрын

I recently bought an orchid from the grocery store. I left it in the pot 3 days so it could acclimate to my environment. It was in a silicone sleeve inside the tiny pot. I repotted it in moss and bark. The grower sends them that way for transport. The florist unpacks them. It is doing great. My first one ever.

@zoeyzed5127 Жыл бұрын

I live in Naples, Florida and have one neighbor with hundreds of air plants growing out side their home on trees and bushes, I have one orchid hanging on my porch trying to keep it alive. The climate is tropical here so it good for them outside in some shade.

@Melissa-loves-orchids 5 ай бұрын

What an informative video!! Thanks for all the clear explanations! I’m more of a beginner showcasing my journey on my channel but I I’m glad I’ve bumped into this channel. 🎉

@PeterPrestonUK 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for such a detailed explanation - but mostly for that one tip: take them out of the originally packaging. I've always struggled with shop bought orchids but nobody ever told me why.

@smart22cute 2 жыл бұрын

Wow all my blooms go within 3 weeks but the leaves do well. I had no idea about the reporting asap. Thank you so much for this informative video

@rockyroad64 9 ай бұрын

I have an orchid that was gifted to me seven years ago and it still blooms! I intuitively watered and drained the plant and kept it in my bathroom that has a skylight. I noticed when I changed the container to a clear glass after about three years, it got even happier! I have several orchids in my bathroom now😅 it's the best place as the get some natural humidity from showering and indirect light from the skylight. I love the information you shared and feel validated. I also really like the display you created with the bark piece. Thanks!

@davidhalley9795 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! I inherited an orchid a couple of months ago. I never had one before and the card that came with it was only helpful to a point. After some of the buds started drying up I knew I was in trouble. I did some research and did pretty much what you did. I found a larger pot, larger plastic container with lots of drainage and new orchid soil/bark. Within two weeks the remaining buds bloomed and looks like it’s getting more growth. For such an old plant (to me) I’m growing more fond of it.

@sunflower3572 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! I’m new to orchids and this video is fantastic. Thank you!

@TuyenNguyen-cv3zk 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing your experience and knowledge 👍🏻💖

@MyYoutubeAccount001 Жыл бұрын

My orchid that i named tofu was starting to wilt and i felt bad so i watched this! thanks !! i hope they'll feel better now

@ellentau427 Жыл бұрын

My orchids is a year and a half old . She bloomed for the longest time. When she rebloomed she was still in her original plastic container. She is beatiful!

@YvonneCeramics 2 жыл бұрын

Wow didn’t know this. Love the deep explanation.

@aksheee Жыл бұрын

Interesting, will use this process on my mom's orchids. My family just repots flowers in larger containers as most gardeners usually do, this is a good way to revive roots so orchids last:)

@HioImMario 4 ай бұрын

this is one of the most informative videos about orchids id found and i appreciate it, i broke off one of my dried up areal roots and saw the vasular cylender, now im hurt, its just sticking out :(. my orchid brings me so much joy im going to repot it immediatly

@esmelazcano2855 2 жыл бұрын

This just happens to me like 2 months ago. And I looked for so long and nothing.. and it broke my heart when I decided to let it die. And it was a hard lesson for me to learn.. and I learn to check the roots inside

@Brother_Nature. 2 жыл бұрын

Wow thanks for the detailed info!

@mariafletcher6603 Жыл бұрын

I luv orchids. My daughter brought me a orchid for mother's Day. I've had it 4 years next month. my orchid came in a pot just like you've got. First thing I did was repot it to a bigger one I brought some proper orchid compost soil for orchids like gravel mixed with very light compost not to high in nutritions otherwise the roots will die. then special feed 10 drops in tepid water. the roots are not buried. I cut bad roots off which doesn't affect it. I have 3 flowers some times 4 every year. The leave are green no tears or discoloration what so ever. I'm surprised its still alive. I'm usually never good with plants. really that's all I've done. I got 3 flowers speckled pink and White on it right now. from 🇬🇧👍 an old cockney gal

@robertbrewer2190 2 жыл бұрын

Imagine using real science! Actual microscopic cross sections to illustrate the velar cell function ! Thanks so much. I find that more supermarket orchids are now in bark and suffer less trauma when carefully removed from the deadly plastic pots, and into a larger container with more pre-soaked bark. I was told the sphagnum moss was used so that the plants would never need water thru the supply chain and at final retail sale.

@denisezimmerman4208 2 жыл бұрын

Wow that's why my orchids didn't survive long after I got them . I just quit buying them because, I just thought I wasn't any good at keeping them alive. Thank you so much .💕😊👍

@saltlifegull4091 2 жыл бұрын

WOW!!! I'M ON IT. Thanks so much.

@Ascension-wg7bj Ай бұрын

THANK YOU! Immediately after watching this, I removed the plastic container along with the stuffing in it. I caught it time before it took a turn for the worse. My leaves are still good and it's been several weeks. I got lucky.

@vanessavioletprincess1881 2 жыл бұрын

I've never see the "terrarium" method but it seems like such an awesome idea!!!! A while back i was given 4 dying, rotting orchids to try and save them and I'm only starting to understand how to take care of them. Im definitely going to try and grow them on top of moss so they can re-grow new healthy roots!!! Thank you so much.

@jonnabrown2 2 жыл бұрын

But how do you water it after setting it on moss and putting the orchid onto a piece of bark?

@janalexander825 Жыл бұрын

@@jonnabrown2 yes, I am also wondering how you water.

@orkids5551 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this timely video.. Now I know to repot my 2 week old orchid to save those beautiful flowers.. I stopped buying orchids cuz they died after bloom.. Got 2 as Christmas gifts & will do this to save them.. Happy holidays.

@michaelfrazer8088 2 жыл бұрын

Thank You so much for sharing. Have a fantastic day

@herpnuthouse 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this wonderful video. It is great to hear your detailed explanations.

@user-no2xm8ei7n 6 ай бұрын

Good video for me as I love my phaels!

@sheerluckholmes5468 2 жыл бұрын

All my orchids are growing outside in the garden and are extremely happy, plus they flower quite prolifically.

@yolyprog2561 4 ай бұрын

I’ve never had any problems with store bought orchids that I left in those plastic containers for a few weeks. l just don’t water them . After a few weeks, I then repot. Thank you for sharing.

@caodienmytritu 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for teaching, good learning.

@tanyahouston5635 2 жыл бұрын

Well this explains my woes. I don’t know that I will try again. I am into saving poinsettias now!

@JoJo-nv8jy 2 жыл бұрын

That's the first thing I do after purchase. I gently remove all the moss and the rotted roots. I prefer to use pine or "orchid" bark sold in bags. I'm a newbie and find that it works very well. They love humidity and shade. I keep them in a covered patio. I try not to over-water them, maybe once a week. I only have two. Will try to get more and hope I don't kill them. Also, I need to trim off old branches as it is starting to look messy.

@superjaded1738 2 жыл бұрын

I have an orchard in bloom. I put them in a clear glass or cup filled with distilled water but I don’t think they’re submerged completely. I am guilty of leaving them in that packaging for awhile tho. Now you got me rethinking my tactics

@adammcinnes5615 2 жыл бұрын

I've bought a few phal orchids over the years, and replanting is one of the first things that I have always done. Sometimes, the moss is so densely packed that I have to wonder if any air and water was able to get in there, let alone allow the roots to grow, and there were a lot of dead roots. You can grow phals in water; I had two of them growing that way for a few years. The trick to remove all the potting medium, keep the main plant body out of the water, and make sure that the roots are at least partially exposed to air.

@mamitalennechannel125 2 жыл бұрын

I love orchids..New friend here watching your video👍😃

@karenwoodruff3533 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this valuable information!!!!

@miniciks1115 2 жыл бұрын

Ive learnt so much from your video. Thank you.

@bethjoy7675 2 жыл бұрын

The problem of soggy overwatering in retail is easily solved... it is not a necessity to repot. And... considering that these orchids grew to beautiful successful blooming in their moss, it does stand to reason that their moss was not bad for them. We just have to not overwater. Actually none of mine have died as a result of not being promptly repotted

@robinadil4324 2 жыл бұрын

Superb explanation and research based information 👍 Thanks for sharing such a useful information ☺️

@sharondavis6530 2 жыл бұрын

I have never done that and I have 17 orchid plants currently and all doing great. Had all but 2 for years.

@victoriahilton62 2 жыл бұрын

Omg!!Why did I never think about that!!I bought soooo many orchids and they never last.I never thought of removing the plastic it came in,I thought that’s what they needed.Thank you!I might try again I absolutely love these flowers but they always die and end up a waist of money…

@kaitlyncastaneda2722 Жыл бұрын

This is an amazing video. Thank you for making it so informative!

@elizabethconroy7665 2 жыл бұрын

New Subscriber here from Amman Jordan The Middle East I have lots of plants Orchids are a particular favourite Have plenty and they are doing well Thank you for the information