Orchid bark

Sphagnum moss is a popular potting media for store-bought orchids. Are you wondering how to water your orchid potted in moss? I'll go over how to tell when your orchid grown in moss is ready for water, how to water it, and things to watch out for. Read more here. #Orchid #OrchidCare #HowToWaterAnOrchid #SphagnumMoss

Curious about the different types of orchid potting media? Here are the pros and cons of using a bark-based orchid potting media versus sphagnum moss. Learn more here. #Orchid #OrchidCare #Repot #PottingMedia

This article will focus on the specific bugs found in fir bark, pine bark, redwood bark, cypress bark, or any type of store-bought bark, all used for orchids.

Krystal Duran on Instagram: "Orchid are epiphytes. They grow on top of other plants and are not anchored in the soil. Epiphytes take up their nutrients from water, air, and debris around them. Living in Indiana, fall and winter temperatures get less than 55 degrees consistently which would prevent us from being able to anchor orchids or other plants to trees so this will just have to do. When choosing a board, choose one that is rot resistant. I used cork bark since it doesn’t rot but…

Some orchids do best when mounted instead of in a pot. In fact, we’re the ones that try to force orchids to fit inside pots…

Making your own soil can be more cost effective, way less likely to carry bug larvae or bacteria and you will always know exactly what is going into the mix

Pine bark and fir bark are both popular substrates for orchids. They are both lightweight and provide good drainage, but there are some key differences between the two. Pine bark is made from the bark of pine trees and is often sold in bags or pots. It is a popular substrate because it is easy to find and relatively inexpensive. Pine bark also has a high natural pH, which can be beneficial for some orchids.

Fat Cat Plant Co. on Instagram: "Nothing like a big fresh batch of soil. 🪩✨ I use this mixture for all my aroids. Recipe ⤵️ 🪩 coco coir x 3 🪩 orchid bark x 3 🪩 pumice x 3 🪩 coco chips x 3 (I add these sometimes for extra chunkiness) 🪩 activated carbon x 1 🪩 worm castings x 1 All products used are linked in my Amazon storefront in bio! 😊"

With so many varieties of potting mixes, how do you know which one is the right one for your orchid? The main difference between orchids…

Having the right growing medium for your orchid is vital. While there are several steps to making sure your orchid thrives in your home, intensive care will not make up for using a growing medium that is not suitable for your orchid. Once you have the right growing medium, you can then worry about the more finicky aspects of caring for your orchid—like making sure it gets exactly the right amount of light. Keep reading to find out more about orchid bark mix and how you can make it yourself.