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- Q.Orchid - I have a lovely orchid that has produced new plants on two stems. What do I do next ? ...
- Q.Repotting An Orchid - Repotting an orchid. The instructions on the potting medium said to trim off dead roots and cut remaining roots to ...
- Q.Vanda Orchid - Hi I received a Vanda orchid as a gift. It was placed in a long glass jar for about 3 ...
- Q.Orchids - The orchid plants flowers died some time ago , now I have a leaf and the long green sprout forming ...
- Q.Orchids - Should I cut the stems off after an orchid blooms drop off?
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Webblc on
May 18, 2017
21811Q.Orchids
What do I do about the long, gray stems that grow out of the orchid?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
May 20, 2017A.These are aerial roots.
This link has more information.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/orchids/roots-coming-from-plant.htm
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- Asked by
G P Mac on
May 18, 2017
Iowa, 50226Q.Peacock Orchids
Can peacock orchids be grown in large patio pots in a sunny location?
Answered by
DLarum on
May 19, 2017
Certified ExpertA.Peacock orchids should do fine in a large container in full to part sun. This article may help answer your question:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/peacock-orchid/growing-peacock-orchids.htm
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Vhaney on
May 21, 2017
30064Q.Orchid
I have a lovely orchid that has produced new plants on two stems. What do I do next ? Leave as is our cut and plant ?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
May 23, 2017A.Wonderful!
This article will help you.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/orchids/orchid-keiki-care.htm
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SueD on
May 21, 2017
Ooltewah, TNQ.Repotting an Orchid
Repotting an orchid. The instructions on the potting medium said to trim off dead roots and cut remaining roots to 6" inches long. That seems too drastic to me. Is that correct? Should I trim the roots that are growing in the air around the plant? Are these roots supposed to be under the medium? It is a beautiful plant and has bloomed 3 times in 3 years. I don't want to do anything to hurt it. Thanks.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
May 22, 2017A.We recommend trimming away any dead roots, but not root pruning as you mention above.
This article will help you.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/orchids/repotting-orchid-plants.htm
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simona.damerell on
May 24, 2017
Kloof 3610Q.Vanda orchid
Hi I received a Vanda orchid as a gift. It was placed in a long glass jar for about 3 months until I realised that it was not a good place for it. I took it out and hung it by the window where it gets light and a bit of sun. I noticed that there are no bright green fleshy roots, only thin light brown ones which are extremely long. I spray the roots every second day. We live in Kloof, Durban, the temperatures are a little lower than in Durban itself. I am worried that there are no new roots coming through. Any suggestions? Simona Damerell
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
May 25, 2017A.A Vanda Orchid needs to be in a growing condition much like it would be in the outdoors.
It was good to remove it from the glass container.
You can root prune the dead or soft roots. Use sterile tools.
This article has more information and an image of healthy roots.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/orchids/vanda-orchid-care.htm
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fran2515 on
May 30, 2017Q.Orchids
The orchid plants flowers died some time ago , now I have a leaf and the long green sprout forming high on the stem , whatbdo I do now?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
May 31, 2017A.This article will help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/orchids/orchid-care-after-blooms-drop.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
rebaramey on
June 1, 2017
30552Q.Orchids
Should I cut the stems off after an orchid blooms drop off?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
June 2, 2017A.Yes, you can remove the old stem.
This article will help you.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/orchids/how-to-prune-an-orchid.htm
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