Often, the first thing you ask yourself when seeing black spots on your orchids is, “What are the black spots on my orchids?” Orchids are a beautiful plant, but they are also susceptible to fungal and bacterial diseases. Knowing how to identify these conditions can save your plant. The first thing to do when determining […]
Can I Trim Orchid Air Roots
Keeping an orchid healthy requires plenty of patience and knowledge. However, it also requires the right tools and a bit of elbow grease. One of the biggest challenges is repotting orchids. In short, yes, you can cut the orchid aerial roots. But it not always advisable. Your orchid’s last line of self-preservation are the aerial […]
How to Save Orchids With Rotten Roots
Generally, orchids with rotten roots are not salvageable. However, if you can salvage the parts of the root, you can revive the plant. If you are unable to salvage the roots, you will need to wait for several months or even years to see signs of recovery. The first step to repairing orchid root rot […]
How to save an orchid
I can’t even count how many times I’ve come across with people panicking about their dying orchid, asking what they can do to save it. And of course, I’ve had orchids too, that have shown signs of distress and approaching death. I’ve brought home several dying orchids from the clearance table, wanting to nurture them […]