What Should I Plant My Phalaenopsis Orchid In? When you’re growing a Phalaenopsis orchid, one of the most important things to think about is what kind of medium to plant it in. Choosing the right potting mix ensures that your orchid gets the proper drainage and aeration it needs to thrive. Let me explain what […]
What soil to use for orchids?
Orchids require a different type of potting medium than what our typical houseplants do. This is because orchids are epiphytes, aka ‘air plants’, which live on the surface of other plants, trees, and even rocks. Typical houseplants are terrestrial plants—plants that grow from the ground. They are therefore potted in normal potting soil. If an […]