Is it better to grow Phalaenopsis in a large pot or a small pot? What kind of pot is suitable for growing Phalaenopsis?

Phalaenopsis is best planted in red pottery pots, which can be paired with sphagnum moss . Note that when choosing a flower pot, you must choose those with many holes on the bottom and walls of the pot, so that water is not easily accumulated.

Phalaenopsis orchid pot selection

Phalaenopsis can be planted in small pots , because the plant has higher requirements for the air permeability and drainage of the pot. The small pot has less soil and can better meet the requirements of the plant.

It is recommended to use shallow pots to plant Phalaenopsis. The depth of the pot should be about 10 cm . Too deep or too shallow is not conducive to the growth of the plant. Pay attention to the frequency of watering.

Phalaenopsis repotting time

The best time to repot a plant like Phalaenopsis is in late spring and early summer , because the climate during this period is relatively warm, and the temperature and humidity are very suitable for the growth and development of the plant. The plant will recover faster if repotted at this time.

How to repot Phalaenopsis

1. When repotting, you need to trim off the rotten and overlong roots of the Phalaenopsis, then soak it in a solution of carbendazim for disinfection. After taking it out and drying it, you can put it in the pot.

2. The new flowerpot for Phalaenopsis needs to be larger than the original one, but not too big. First, soak the soil thoroughly with clean water, then fill the medium at its roots before planting.