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Watch me convert a new orchid to water culture!

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6 жыл бұрын

I did a follow-up video on this orchid with subscriber questions about the first few days of water culture care, here's the link: • Tips and care for the ...
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@catherinezareba1284 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you sooooo much for this tutorial ! It was like watching over your shoulder 😄 ! I notieced you didn't cut some yellow roots ....are they still useful for the phal ? My boyfriend has just offered me a new one in full bloom and I was afraid of converting it right now.....won't the flowers fall ? Your latest purchase is a pure wonder 😍😍😍😍😍😍

@OrchidWhisperer 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Catherine and thanks so much for your sweet comment! I'm so glad to hear this video helped you! :) The yellow roots are still fine and viable for the plant. They just haven't had any light, so they stay yellow like this until they do receive some light. I've converted many orchids to water culture, and converting them doesn't affect the bloom cycle. Have a great day and happy growing! :)

@mcadialecticmrs.billis6192 5 жыл бұрын

Dear OW! I just love your videos. They have been most helpful. Our orchids here up North!! ON Canada are double de price and limited in selection. I just purchased one today with lots of roots and leaves and blooms and buds! It came in bark but prepared it all for H2O culture. I did not have calmag and salt for the watering cleaning: hope this will still work. It’s a bit challenging to make the decision if roots are clean enough for H2O but I will give it a try to see. After a week, or two, I will see if rehoming it in bark is best I will do so. I am hoping it won’t die! One I am trying to save from dying: it has no more roots! It’s in bark, in a warm room with lots of humidity and light. It’s hard to see root growth in bark; any suggestions? I am starting! Just this week! But really finding interest in them! Thank you for your book reference and end comment. Also find your crystal crosses so beautiful ;) Yours sincerely, Julie Seeking the truth, goodness, and beauty!

@aidadiaz5540 5 жыл бұрын

was is the water culture? never heard about it!

@intaeversone7073 5 жыл бұрын

Aida Diaz its something new for me as well, bur look pretty good👍 ! Just dint catch water ingredients

@maryrehm7008 5 жыл бұрын

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@joannelopez8809 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so very much for this tutorial. I’m currently living in Korea, where I don’t speak the language and had to take my 4 phalaenopsis orchids I’ve had for the last 3 years (a completely newbie plant and orchid grower) to a local orchid grower for help. With the help of a Korean friend, he’s converted it from moss to water culture and I was really worried. But having watched your video, I’m feeling a lot better, and will watch your other videos to help my new water culture orchids. Your descriptions and focusing in and out on the root system is excellent; and your voice is clear and cues really helpful. Thank you, bless you and continue the great work!

@tmlawson2009 4 жыл бұрын

Love that orange color. I recently found one at Lowe’s for 1$ due to the pot being broken. I happily brought that baby home. Tfs!

@aprillethomas7840 4 жыл бұрын

Part of my tools when cleaning moss/media off roots in a pair of long-handle tweers. They work great.

@tanyastelly6243 6 жыл бұрын

That "stringy part" is the actual root. The rest--the fleshy thick part that turns green when watered--is phylum and it absorbs the water and conducts it to the root over time.

@reneedegrazio7543 4 жыл бұрын

Very true, also, the phylum absorbs the water, but never releases it... not good...happy growing 🌱

@pineappletime4326 3 жыл бұрын

I've heard the fleshy part is also called velamen!

@PIAMUSA 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful orchids roots are super healthy. Most important for an orchid. Thank you. Can’t wait to see the progress.

@OrchidWhisperer 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you, my friend! Happy growing! :) Amy

@artist4peace1 3 жыл бұрын

I just love her so much and very well versed in orchids I could listen to her all day !

@gloriaarcuri7611 4 ай бұрын

So glad I came across this chapter just whst I needed for my orchids

@caw2161 5 жыл бұрын

This certainly seems to be a wonderful approach in keeping healthy orchids. I've been rescuing mostly phalaenopsis orchids (small variety) from my local grocer, just now saw this video, and decided to do water culture with all of them. Wish me luck. :)

@OrchidWhisperer 5 жыл бұрын

Hi and thanks so much for watching! If you're new to the water culture method, I have a playlist that will give you lots of information about it, here's the link: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sKyApbRqm5iufqM.html Happy growing and I wish you lots of success!

@marypaigeflynn4512 4 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial.. I was given my first "Kroger"orchid... So it's totally new to me. Thank you so much for sharing!

@ttschrock7126 4 жыл бұрын

I am turning over my orchids this weekend to water. Studying your videos. God bless....have a great weekend!

@AnggrekKakYusri Жыл бұрын

The right planting medium and fertilization will make the orchids thrive, thank you for sharing😊😊

@marlenebornman1841 Жыл бұрын

What medium do u use

@OrchidWhisperer Жыл бұрын

I use Orchiata bark and New Zealand Spagmoss.

@noturbasicorchid5964 6 жыл бұрын

That’s a lovely find looks nice and waxy

@OrchidWhisperer 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I was so happy to find this orchid...it's really different from my other phals. Have a great day! :)

@dcxdanny 2 жыл бұрын

Kroger - yes.. I have bought a number of clearance Orchids there, most around $5.99 a piece. They always seem to hide them around the corner, away from the regular priced Orchards. One was at the end of it's flowering, but a few weeks later it started to flower again! Keep up all the great tips, Ms. Orchard Whisperer :-)

@mog2910 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the video, my first time to hear how to plan orchids in water, I am very appreciate all of your knowledge to share to us 😍😍😍

@TheMcKenzieHaus 5 жыл бұрын

Your voice is so calming. I replayed this video over and over while I cleaned my orchid roots and prepared them for water culture

@anthonylewis62 4 жыл бұрын

i never grow orchids in soil, always in water, i change the water every 4 to 5 days, works great

@cyrilabiog6756 6 жыл бұрын

That is a beautiful Phal !! 💗 I find it easier to remove the plant out of that kind of plastic pot by cutting carefully 3 or 4 slits at the side the pot using my thinner scissors to avoid damaging the roots. I also use a twizzer or forcep to remove the very packed moss.

@OrchidWhisperer 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Cyril! Thanks so much for this tip! I need to keep smaller scissors on hand for the minis. Have a great day and happy growing! :)

@marvajames9656 5 жыл бұрын

Marva. Awsome. Very informative. . Is the treatment good for all types of orchid?.

@margaretlake 6 жыл бұрын

I just converted a new Phal this morning and I see I've got more work to do with it. Looking forward to the next step tomorrow.

@GenomicDNA 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for this very well made and detailed tutorial. I’m going to convert my phalaenopsis orchid in water culture and this will help me a lot! Can’t wait for part 2 of your video 😁

@OrchidWhisperer 6 жыл бұрын

Hi! Thank you so much for your kind words and your positive feedback! It helps me to know which videos interest my subscribers, so thanks for letting me know this helped you! Have a great day and happy growing! :)

@christierella 3 жыл бұрын

Is there a part 2?

@ednasotomayor7903 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, can you post this Orchid now, after one year in water culture? I want to see how is it improving after a year. Thanks.

@lilytoh3580 5 жыл бұрын

Notice that she mentions not to allow the stem to touch the water - only the roots. That is why some people's orchids die - the stems were touching the water.

@OrchidWhisperer 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the reminder on this, Lily! That's really an important point! Happy growing! Amy

@20greeneyes20 5 жыл бұрын

Yes will cause rotting

@lucyrickard9182 4 жыл бұрын

That is a beautiful orchid!!! And a steal at $9!!!

@joannenardoni17 5 жыл бұрын

Please talk more about the water culture

@margovasilj4701 5 жыл бұрын

It was a wonderful demonstration a little time consuming but it is worth it.. Greetings from Orange County, CA

@lilytoh3580 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tutorial on water culture.

@OrchidWhisperer 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching, Lily! :)

@MelissaWalker82 5 жыл бұрын

Wow you aren’t kidding about that being packed!

@PhilippinesTurkey 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful orchid with healthy roots... thanks for this tutorial.. really helpful

@AsmithSmith 5 жыл бұрын

Can you post the recipe (measurements per water) that you put in your epsom salts/cal mag mix?

@bluedotradio1 4 жыл бұрын

You're a superstar young lady ✨

@CraigsOverijse 5 жыл бұрын

Why didn’t you use a craft knife to cut the pot open straight away? Less likely to damage the plant

@overthemoon9941 5 жыл бұрын

Craig Famly was wondering the same ..I use cheap small craft scissors to remove the plastic pot that u gonna throw out anyway..🙄

@yunjko 4 жыл бұрын

Or remove from container first then wet the moss. The moss expanded after you water it and make it so hard to remove it. ？?

@katebeedot9052 3 жыл бұрын

I do too, actually curved nail scissors adhering to the soft plastic in a zig zag fashion carefully avoiding roots even right down to the bottom if there are roots poking out

@gwendolyncarter5668 4 жыл бұрын

I love Orchids, but despite my fairly green thumb on everything else. I kill every single one, so much that I just gave up purchasing them. Perhaps with these instructional. I can try again. Thanks so much!!!😁

@loganriffle9571 Жыл бұрын

My husband works at Kroger so he comes with $1 orchids all the time!! I’ve recently started converting over to water and they’re so doing so much better honestly

@OrchidWhisperer Жыл бұрын

Wow, $1 orchids! That's amazing!

@mayrakopjansen2814 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing I just love Orchids but never knew how to do this

@tallulahtwosocks6214 6 жыл бұрын

I found your site today and you inspired me to do a lot more of mine. Thank you.

@OrchidWhisperer 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your comment, that makes my day! :) Happy growing! Amy

@eliseg2847 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for.your lovely videos😊I'm an orchid novice, and I find your videos so very helpful. Thank you! x

@missedem 4 жыл бұрын

Attempting to save my orchid by doing this! Even if it doesn't work, I'll try this for my next one. ❤

@orchidlover5858 5 жыл бұрын

Oh my..,so in love with the colour of this one. you really have a gift and talent to share the world. thanks lot for sharing it :) really love your channel!

@user-rd2mb1sr1n 5 жыл бұрын

I love this soooo much!!!!! Thank you for posting this vid!!! 😁

@taniarobson7628 5 жыл бұрын

So are the roots kept in water continuously? If so how often do you change the water and is tap water ok?

@Mwink1975 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid!! ☺☺🌹🌹

@glennchristianrobinson7334 5 жыл бұрын

I love your videos and your accent!! Keep up the great work.

@livhonestly 4 жыл бұрын

I have 2 Phals thaat haven't bloomed in years and they look dehydrated. So I soak them in water periodically so the leaves get turgid. That's all I can do for now. I just subscribed.

@wipawatsonFLrealtor 2 жыл бұрын

I'm going to try this!!!!

@maryaxiaq9523 6 жыл бұрын

How do you decide which phal you put in water culture and which to leave in moss.?Love your videos and appreciate all of your knowledge you give us. Thank you.

@OrchidWhisperer 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Mary and thanks so much for your sweet comment! This is a really good question...I'll go over this in my follow-up video on this orchid that I plan on doing the next few days. Have a great day and happy growing! :)

@thukrenz8782 5 жыл бұрын

hoa lan viet nam

@edmey 5 жыл бұрын

In tropical forests, the orchids are attached to the larger plants and hang upside down where their roots are exposed to frequent rain. They are natural inhabitants of rain forests.

@jonowarok2605 2 жыл бұрын

Nice good👌👌👌👍👍👍🥰🥰🥰 🇮🇩🇮🇩

@stephaniesanders1287 6 жыл бұрын

I just repotted several of my orchids in the orchiata and no root shock! My rescue orchid that lost almost all of its roots was trying to grow another Spike so I cut it off because it's still only has about 5 roots and it's newest leaf is deep purple on the back I've given it a soak in Epsom salt but haven't been able to find the Cal-mag locally so I'm going to have to order it would it be safe to do my better grow fertilizer with a little bit of Epsom salt to give it more magnesium or do you think it would be too much salt and burn the roots?

@OrchidWhisperer 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Stephanie! I'm so glad to hear that your orchids are doing so well in the Orchiata! :) That's great news! I would give small amounts of fertilizer and alternate that with small amounts of Epsom salts with this orchid since it's just now starting to grow new roots. Have a great day and happy growing! :)

@veraleporini6592 5 жыл бұрын

I have had orchids for years and your video showed me why sometimes I lose one. I learned so much!

@michellecostelo6553 4 жыл бұрын

I found an orchid that has already bloomed for $2! I want to do this to mine. Thank you for all of your orchid info! How often do orchids bloom???

@rashidaahmad6285 5 жыл бұрын

I love that sparking sink ,

@rashidaahmad6285 5 жыл бұрын

I love that sink,

@maryedwards1241 Жыл бұрын

I will try the water method, because orchid in dirt was not successful for me!!

@tammycsicso7997 5 жыл бұрын

I did this but cut the roots back in less than 8 hours my orchid no longer droopy and the roots turned green and grows fast

@CookWalkSweet 5 жыл бұрын

Your video Tutorial ist fantastic😊

@OrchidWhisperer 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! :)

@debramatthews7063 6 жыл бұрын

I purchased the same orchid from Kroger. I've detected a slight fragrance and am hoping the fragrance becomes stronger as the plant grows.

@OrchidWhisperer 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Debra! I keep checking mine to see if it's going to be fragrant! :) Happy growing!

@justinhampton4606 5 жыл бұрын

What can i do about them when summer over for my roses bushes do icover them when the cold weather come in oct n nov.

@Quake9631 5 жыл бұрын

Hello, thank you for sharing, could I ask, how much cal mag and epsom salts you use per gallon? in the video you mention 70 parts per million but how much of each (cal mag and epson respectively)

@OrchidWhisperer 5 жыл бұрын

Hi! I use 50 ppm CalMag and 20 ppm Epsom salts per gallon. Happy growing!

@robinr5337 4 жыл бұрын

Can anyone give me regular measurements on this? Like a quarter tsp to a gallon of water...

@patriciawhancock9103 Жыл бұрын

Where do you get the soft liners? What kind of water do you use? I notice you use some out of a jug, just to rinse moss off the roots. If you use distilled water, doesn't that get expensive? Thank you, Pat H., Cordele, GA.

@OrchidWhisperer Жыл бұрын

Hi Pat, the orchid came in this soft liner. I use reverse osmosis water...I have a RO system in my kitchen. Have a great day! Amy😇

@sophiek8276 6 жыл бұрын

thank you Amy ☺

@ethelrizarri2614 5 жыл бұрын

NICE TUTORIAL AMY , I LEARN A LOT FROM YOU, THANKS AND ALSO CAN YOU DO A VIDEO PUTTING ON LECA MEDIUM PLEASE

@tksixangels44 5 жыл бұрын

Hello, I have a tiny phal that I suspect was a keiki. I thought she was going well in her bark mix but I took her out when I noticed she just wasn't growing like the rest. She has 1 root that is about 1,/2 inch long and another that about 1/8. I placed her in moss and she is doing well. I would like to try her in water culter. I figured, from watching other videos that she needs a strip of cloth placed over the root and the end of the cloth down in the water to hydrate the orchid? I would love to try this . What are your thoughts?

@OrchidWhisperer 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Kristina! If it were my orchid, I would keep it in moss since it's doing well in moss. I've never tried water culture with a strip of cloth the way you've described, so I don't know if I would do that. If the orchid is happy, just keep doing what it's used to. Happy growing! :)

@Blue_Azure101 3 жыл бұрын

OMG!!!!! Only $9.00???? That’s a steal!!

@nancyskinner1258 5 жыл бұрын

I have a bunch of sick orchids, mostly from not watering or letting them sit in soaked bark. After watching your video I am going to try to save them. If the roots on an older orchid are dead and/or dried out would you put your water level high as to cover all the dried out roots?

@waterbornestudio 5 жыл бұрын

DON"T Nancy - watch a different video, this one is incorrect

@sfpapiman 5 жыл бұрын

Nancy Skinner watch other videos. Different conditions need different approaches.

@nancyskinner1258 5 жыл бұрын

@@waterbornestudio I put them in water culture and they are all growing roots and leaves. Plus the fertilizer, cal mag and seaweed extract helps! Thanks for the comments and videos!

@areasostasp81 4 жыл бұрын

Brava e bellissima voce

@ceruleanc505 4 жыл бұрын

So, you can't do this with an older plant? And can you do this with a plant that is in between bloomings?

@eirenerighteousness9318 5 жыл бұрын

I took my Phal orchid out of the moss and put it in Miracle Gro Orchid Potting Bark. It has all of it's roots inside the bark.. Should it have some roots sticking out of the top of the "soil".. Like it did when I first bought it?

@OrchidWhisperer 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Eirene! It sounds like you repotted it just fine. It's almost impossible to repot one the exact same way it was before. Happy growing!

@eirenerighteousness9318 5 жыл бұрын

Orchid Whisperer thank you. Happy Growing too😘💕!!

@ariannasearway 4 жыл бұрын

Actually, if you purchase an orchid with roots sticking out of the top and you decide to repot it, try to make sure those roots are still sticking out of the top of the pot once the orchid has been repotted. They are called air roots, and are necessary for the plants survival. Epiphyte orchids use their roots to absorb nutrients from the air. They also absorb moisture and get the carbon dioxide they need to thrive directly from the air. This unique root system uses the humidity around it to get the water and nutrients it needs to survive.

@venuscomb57 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing, you’re awesome. I want to know the ratio of Edson salt to water per litre.thanks I missed it.

@katebeedot9052 3 жыл бұрын

1 teaspoon for a litre

@lucethck8240 5 жыл бұрын

So does water culture mean they live in water forever and never get replanted? Sorry im new to this 🙃

@TheGinamac79 5 жыл бұрын

thinking the same thing?

@cyndyfisher 6 жыл бұрын

What if the “base or crown” (part under the leaves or where the leaves originally grew from) of the orchid is long? Can it be in the water? I have one orchid that this is the case.

@OrchidWhisperer 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Cyndy! I'll have the follow-up video to this one published and on my channel tomorrow. I included your question and my answer. Thanks again for watching and have a great day! :)

@healerssanctuary8819 5 жыл бұрын

Wow she's really exacting- she must really be experienced.

@julianmicohtan4506 4 жыл бұрын

Hello good day, may I ask if all orchids can be converted to this water system. I’m from the Philippines and I am new to orchids I bought one last week and the flower bulbs are opened now but the leaves are turning yellow and falling off please help.

@GG-yd7zd 5 жыл бұрын

Those stringy things are the actual roots. The green fleshy tube covering it is a protective cover which actually can photosynthesize.

@glorianayeagley9258 6 жыл бұрын

Hi good video. I have phals in fwc but 2 of them have developed white fuzzy mold on the roots nothing has changed in my routine any advice? Thank you.😊

@OrchidWhisperer 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Gloriana! Sometimes white fuzzy mold appears because of high humidity. If the roots aren't rotten or squishy, I would just rinse the mold off with water and allow them to dry for the day. You might also consider giving these 2 phals more dry time out of water. That usually helps. Have a great day and happy growing! :)

@saratawfik5603 Жыл бұрын

Shall I keep it in a transparent container or I can keep it in an opaque one ? & when can I start adding powder fertiliser to my orchid after transferring to water? Thanks 😊

@OrchidWhisperer Жыл бұрын

Hi Sara! I have a playlist about water culture on my channel that will help you. Happy growing! 😇

@PaulCuellar04 5 жыл бұрын

Hi, I’ve got a question about night temperatures I have 2 Phals and I’m not sure how to get them to rebloom? What should I do? Thank you

@yvonneschimmel453 3 жыл бұрын

Spraying the roof with water and a tbsp of peroxide is real good to kill any bacteria the plant might have

@andiamo24 5 жыл бұрын

why dont u cut this container all off from plant? just asking....

@edithawylie7277 4 жыл бұрын

I have the same problem with my orchid,it doesn’t drains because it’s so packed! Can I transfer it ...there’s still flowers in my orchid.

@gloriaarcuri7611 4 ай бұрын

Do you add fertilizer anything special when u place plant in glass with water to help root better

@OrchidWhisperer 4 ай бұрын

Hi Gloria, thanks so much for watching! I have a playlist on water culture with lots of information that will help you. The link is in the description box. Happy growing! Amy 😇

@tonyaammann380 5 жыл бұрын

I just wanted to tell you, I love your videos. I just started reading up on how to do this with my peace lily. I came across your video earlier and enjoyed it. You have a very calming voice. I also heard you say you are from Tn, so maybe that could be a factor as well. : ) My favorite flower is an orchid, and have never been successful in keeping one alive, until 2 years ago. I saved it from near death, I found it at Kroger in the clearance bin for $2, and it looked pretty sad. I brought it home and with a little TLC its done great. I have been so proud of it and it is still thriving. I was thinking I would be too scared of converting it to water culture but after watching this, I told my husband, I have to have another one. So, next stop Kroger floral department! Thanks again for the video.

@luminosa8742 5 жыл бұрын

Woaw 😯 🤩🤩. Thank you so much for doing this video 🤗🤗🤗 ❤️😍. Can you please let me know what are the measurements of salt and water you're using??

@LIfeonaSunnyside 3 жыл бұрын

I tried this method with multiple orchids and I just have no luck with that. Roots starts rotten over time or they start to dry out and I ended up with a rootless orchid:(

@ChanChan-wl8mg 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏻❤️❤️❤️

@marlenebornman1841 Жыл бұрын

Orchids in South Africa are extremely expensive ......wont get them here át that price

@wonderfulmimi28 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@anagilruiz118 3 ай бұрын

I love this. How do you fertilize them though?

@OrchidWhisperer 3 ай бұрын

Hi! You fertilize them the same as if they were in medium. I have a playlist about water culture with lots of info. Happy growing! 😇

@samyeong654 6 жыл бұрын

Amy, I have very bad experience repotting a phal from moss to a different media. The roots couldn't adapt to the new media (bark mix or WC) and rot eventually. The phals ended up with no roots and died. Do you have such problem?

@OrchidWhisperer 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Sam! I have noticed that when I buy orchids in moss, they usually like to stay in moss. I've thought about your question, and I think I'm considering using water culture only short-term for this mini phal. I'm wondering if it will be happier if I place it back in the moss. I know I don't recommend placing an orchid that's been growing in moss into bark. I've done that several times, and didn't have a good result. Thanks for your insight, and if I decide to repot it into moss, I'll do a video about it. Have a great day!

@samyeong654 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Amy. Yes, moss to bark is a death sentence to the phals :-)

@jldc7247 5 жыл бұрын

could be from your water. Next time try watering your Phals using water drips from air-con.

@tracygarstka7137 7 ай бұрын

I'm confused. Shouldn't you have waited until the blooms faded?

@OrchidWhisperer 6 ай бұрын

It's better to wait till the Phals blooms are fully open, but after that, it's fine to repot. They just have to be kept watered.

@4chappels 6 жыл бұрын

I love your videos. I can't wait to try this. I purchased that same orchid for a friend. What a beauty! I'm confused about what I need to add to the distilled water?

@OrchidWhisperer 6 жыл бұрын

Hi and thanks so much for your kind comment! I have a few current beginner's videos for water culture, publish dates Feb 25, 2018 and April 17, 2018. I go over a lot of information in those videos that will help you. Have a great day and happy growing! :)

@susanharrison3967 5 жыл бұрын

Great video, I only have one orchid in flower at the moment, may give it a try, Sue UK

@OrchidWhisperer 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Susan and thanks so much for watching! Just be aware this is a really challenging growing method. If you're interested in this method, I have a playlist that will give you lots of info...here's the link: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sKyApbRqm5iufqM.html Happy growing!

@MG-sd2bd 6 жыл бұрын

That's a very informative video.All your videos are, as a matter of fact. Many thanks for sharing your knowledge with us! I am currently keeping my rootless Phal in FWC. And noticing some good change. Whats your opinion about Orchid seedlings that come in flasks? I have a flask with may be 10 Phal seedlings, some are really grown in the flask. But before i deflask them, i need to know all possibilities. I am understanding from different write-ups that, seedlings need a lot of water, need to remain moist. And I was wondering if I could put them in Water Culture!! Pls let me know your opinion. And also, if you could guide me a bit about how to care for them once they are out of their cozy flask! Many thanks.

@OrchidWhisperer 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Mary and thanks so much for your sweet comment! :) It's always so nice hearing from you! I'm really happy to hear that your Phal is doing well in FWC...I enjoy hearing success stories! :) I have never grown seedlings that come in flasks. All of the orchids I grow are mature plants when I buy them. But I think I would choose New Zealand sphagnum moss to grow them in. It's a great media for baby plants and miniatures. The moss also retains nutrients well, and that is an important aspect of growing baby orchids. I wish you much success with your deflasking, and please keep me posted! This is an interesting topic! Have a great day and happy growing!

@MG-sd2bd 6 жыл бұрын

Orchid Whisperer thank you so much for your opinion and I will do that! Sphagnum moss it is!!! I'm planning to deflask them when I see the gel is reduced and all the seedlings have good size. I saw a video where the grower leaves the seedlings until almost all gels are absorbed/used by the keikis. I'll keep you updated. Many thanks. Happy growing to you too ! 💟

@OrchidWhisperer 6 жыл бұрын

Please do keep me updated! Seedlings and deflasking intrigues me! :) I hope they grow really well for you! Happy growing! Amy

@patriciabeetschen1329 5 жыл бұрын

My Phalaenopsis has no roots but a few air roots and has some white thin strand roots starting at the bottom since it has been in water. Is it feasible that this orchid can be saved?

@yolilopez1992 5 жыл бұрын

Hi, I have a question ! I need to know what kind of peanuts you use and where do you get them? All I see are biodegradable they desolve in water. Ups has pink biodegradable ones also. If they desolve wouldn't that hurt orchids? Thank you for you help with this😍

@rubymahajan4235 5 жыл бұрын

What are you rinsing roots with

@lisi7773 4 жыл бұрын

Did you see Emaams youtube with the fertilizer and she also put epsom salt and Cal-Mag+ orchid bloom fertilizer.

@francisc1854 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. I should’ve watched this before I tried converting my new phal to water culture. I lost like 75% of the roots. Leaves still look nice and healthy and hoping it grows new water adapted roots. On my other plants I both converted to water culture earlier, slowly grew back the roots I lost in the bark and one of the orchids roots systems are real thick. Is that a normal occurrence? Anyways thanks for the video.

@elelimsoon9688 4 жыл бұрын

May I know what is the mixture of the bottle of water you used. Couldn't hear you clearly. Thanks

@hanafiirvan3408 4 жыл бұрын

Hello.. Thank you so much for the tutorial. Btw, what's the height of your glass pot?

@emilydewsnap 6 жыл бұрын

Very lovely and healthy Phal! I love the ones that are unique ☺️ I wonder if it's fragrant! Resembles some species Phalaenopsis.

@OrchidWhisperer 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Emily! This orchid does resemble a species phal, and I'm so glad I found her! :) I don't detect a fragrance, at least not yet. Have a great day and happy growing! :)