Orchid Care for Beginners - What pots to use for Phalaenopsis Orchids

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Today we learn all about Orchid pots, which ones are suitable for Phalaenopsis Orchids and what size to use!
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Orchid pots are usually different than normal house plants and there are very good reasons for it. Phalaenopsis orchids are epiphytes, they don't like soil and they need a very well ventilated pot.
The most popular orchid pots are the clear plastic pots. If they have extra ventilation features, it's even better! Here are the ones I use in this video go.missorchidgirl.com/Stjj80
Clay pots are a more elegant choice, especially the glazed ceramic ones! The one I use in this video can be found here go.missorchidgirl.com/syvkw6
Other popular pots are the Carousel pots, mesh, or net pots or even wooden baskets. Find all these pots at our sponsor rePotme go.missorchidgirl.com/bijfCm
When repotting orchids, the roots will attach more to clay pots, or other textured surfaces, than plastic pots.
The size of the pot needs to provide enough space not only for the existing roots, but also the new roots which the orchid will grow in about 2 years.
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  • @MissOrchidGirl
    @MissOrchidGirl2 жыл бұрын

    This video is sponsored by rePotme, who also provided most of the pots featured in this video. Check them out at my affiliate link here go.missorchidgirl.com/repotme6 Check out our entire Orchid Care for Beginners Series! kzread.info/head/PLxo6tXzj__mZzIrS7nCGjI6NEwWCwvuya

  • @gravitypronepart2201

    @gravitypronepart2201

    11 ай бұрын

    Hi Danni, I was just gifted a large phalaenopsis with multiple flowers and leaves. Im a beginner, and I already ordered a ventilated 8" tarecota clay pot, and I wonder if I can get away with it. I ordered bark for the medium and some fertilizer. Also, my city water may have chlorine, so can I use distilled water?

  • @Barbara63121
    @Barbara631214 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this potting video. It is timeless and has helped me choose new pots which I will purchase tomorrow.

  • @tashritchie3832
    @tashritchie38324 жыл бұрын

    I'm so glad I found your KZread channel, your info is informative and for a Orchid noob like me, super easy to understand and follow.

  • @armellep.4237
    @armellep.42375 жыл бұрын

    Hi Danny, I am getting so confused about your pot recommendations! A while ago you mentioned that dual core pot were great but not for everyday use, as the inner mesh ends up being an issue when the roots grown through them. You even mentioned that those pots were for short term use and specific cases. Now, you recommend them for every day use. You also recommended a home-made self-watering system w/ Leca and inner plastic pots that did come close to the edges of the outer pot, but now mention that there could be a problem w/ pH due to leca in an other video, and issues w/ the lack of aeration in this video... I know we all learn as we go, but could you maybe do an update on those home made self watering pots and your final thoughts on them, bc i converted most of my phals (about 20) to that system and for now it actually is working beautifully, but I am curious (and afraid!) to know if you now no longer recommend that system bc you maybe had some longer term issues? I looked but cannot find an update... if you do have one I apologize and would greatly appreciate a link...

  • @dakotamom247
    @dakotamom2473 ай бұрын

    I just got my first orchid today. Thanks to your videos I knew what to look at and I got a very pretty & healthy on. Now I watching many of your videos to learn how to care for it and I hope to get more orchid plant on the future.

  • @MehetabelsMovies
    @MehetabelsMovies5 жыл бұрын

    I only found your channel yesterday (I was recently given a Phalaenopsis as a gift) and I LOVE your videos. They have helped me so much and answered so many questions I had! I think I might be a little bit hooked and hope to add to my little orchid family in the future.

  • @CynthiaHoffmanRealtor
    @CynthiaHoffmanRealtor3 жыл бұрын

    Just found you. Growing my first two phals. Getting ready to repot it from the store bought container. Learning a lot from you!

  • @portlanduser256
    @portlanduser2564 жыл бұрын

    I have to say that was one of the best instructional videos I have ever seen on any subject! Right to the various points, well spoken, clearly said. Excellent Job!

  • @wandashaw3551
    @wandashaw35515 жыл бұрын

    Great information. I've been drilling aeration holes in my regular orchid pots and seems to be working fine. Saves you money 💰, too.

  • @karylfriedman5788
    @karylfriedman57885 жыл бұрын

    I've had wonderful success with the Oxygen Core pots with my mini-phals. They are very happy in their cozy homes and that makes me happy. Beautiful fat roots that are bright green with repeat blooms in 6 to 8 months. Sweet! I love all your videos. Thank you for your well presented educational presentations.

  • @kathleenpacholski2773
    @kathleenpacholski27735 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video!! All my questions concerning roots and pot size has been finally answered. Thanks so much! P.S. I received an orchid 9 years ago which was on the verge of dying. I nursed it back to health according to your suggestions and I am happy to report that the roots are flourishing and I now have beautiful blooms.

  • @colleenmcdonnell5713
    @colleenmcdonnell57139 ай бұрын

    Another great video. I really appreciate all the helpful information and your extensive knowledge. I’m growing phals in the clear slotted pots but really like the look of the carousel pots and want to get some for the next time I repot.😊

  • @cattycorner8
    @cattycorner82 жыл бұрын

    wow this is very detailed and thorough instructions. Thank you.

  • @robertcochran7103
    @robertcochran71032 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this really excellent video. I will experiment with the different pots that are possible. The carousel pots are rather expensive for plastic, but I did repot into a 5" or so carousel pot today and I certainly like the result. I will experiment with the other pot types that are available.

  • @TheMMAlegria
    @TheMMAlegria2 жыл бұрын

    Wow very helpful. The best video I found so far. Thank you!

  • @dralpharyderistheone
    @dralpharyderistheone4 жыл бұрын

    The CAROUSEL POT is so beautiful and prefect. i want one.

  • @lauritan66
    @lauritan66 Жыл бұрын

    I’m am LOVING your orchid videos, I wish I had found you last Summer. I have been caring for my father’s orchids for the last six months with no improvements so far. After watching you I realized they are all double potted in outer ceramic pots and the inner pots are plastic with only drain holes in the bottom. I will be repotting them all soon using your recommendations. I can’t wait for them to thrive. Thank you for sharing your expertise!!!

  • @sandytyrel4104
    @sandytyrel41043 жыл бұрын

    Thank you , my first having them and they are beautiful have to learn to take care of them

  • @CallSign_Alucard
    @CallSign_Alucard Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the great video! I have been searching for a good resource for my Orchid care. I have had them for almost 3 years now and they have not rebloomed since the first when I got them for my wife. They have tripled in size though with many new leaves.

  • @user-uh8qq7oh6x
    @user-uh8qq7oh6x Жыл бұрын

    Love these videos, so helpful, thanks!

  • @carolapostolos8929
    @carolapostolos89292 ай бұрын

    Very informative video. Thank you!

  • @lynnschieman2632
    @lynnschieman2632Ай бұрын

    Wow What great info ... thank-you so much.. and my orchids thank you too❤❤

  • @picturesbymaggie
    @picturesbymaggie5 жыл бұрын

    Great video. You are doing amazing.

  • @karlaperez3035
    @karlaperez30355 жыл бұрын

    I'm in Florida and all my phalaenopsis are outside in the shade. I use terra cotta pots and I love them. The downside, they dry out faster.

  • @ganapatirhegde2992
    @ganapatirhegde29924 жыл бұрын

    Very helpful videos 👌👌

  • @cheranhunter9277
    @cheranhunter92772 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for good sawing to choose pot.

  • @TheMamadel1
    @TheMamadel14 жыл бұрын

    Hi Danny I’m working my way through all your videos. I’m sure I need more moisture retention in my media. I’ve only used a bark mixture. My question is how often can I get by with repotting. I repot every time I get a new orchid and I also repotted every thing I had in good pots. But can I do it again now to add moss?

  • @Vohasiiv
    @Vohasiiv4 жыл бұрын

    Idk why but listening to you talk about orchids is really relaxing and helps me fall asleep. More on topic, I can't decide if I want to get glazed ceramic pots or carousel pots for my small collection of 4 phals and 1 onc.

  • @MissOrchidGirl

    @MissOrchidGirl

    4 жыл бұрын

    Aww thank you 😊 well you could get a few of both and see which one you like best 😁

  • @leahnichol6665

    @leahnichol6665

    Ай бұрын

    ⁠@@MissOrchidGirl. Danny, thank you for this series. It has confirmed my limited experience with Phil’s and given me confidence to proceed. My concern is I will need to repot my phal from a ceramic pot which is glazed on the outside but not glazed on the inside. I understand that soaking the roots before repotting will soften them. My experience is the roots will grip the unglazed ceramic tightly. If I soak the orchid in its pot for an hour or so, do you think its roots will let go of the pot? I am fairly certain I will be damaging some roots as they are entwined in the holes of the pot, and being ceramic I cannot cut the roots free. Do you have experience with this or have any suggestions? Thank you, Leah

  • @orlandosullera7657
    @orlandosullera7657 Жыл бұрын

    Good information.

  • @annduplessis9081
    @annduplessis90812 жыл бұрын

    Very helpful

  • @littleminna
    @littleminna4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, you just answered my question regarding repotting an unhealthy Phal with not so many roots, I was wondering what size of pot to use. But now does the same principle count for an unhealthy Oncidium with not so many roots? Can I still have it in the same size pot? I just feel that the pot is then big and thus indeed the medium retains too much water.

  • @barbsnyder480
    @barbsnyder4805 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much

  • @TY-ob7fz
    @TY-ob7fz5 жыл бұрын

    Hi Danny. My dendrobium cuthbertsonii came in a cute miniture clay pot. Going thru the summer and anticipating hot summer and sun I'm going to keep in its' clay pot and soaking in a little bowl of RO water so the clay will keep soaking up the water and evaporating to stay cool. We'll see in two three months. Do you have a fertilizing regime for your little guy ?? Have a nice weekend !!!

  • @dragonloveof1
    @dragonloveof13 жыл бұрын

    First thank you so much for posting this video. Second I live in Canada and I love those carousel pots but I can not find them anywhere. Would you know where I can get one or even how to make one. Thanks again.

  • @janheinrich5654
    @janheinrich56545 жыл бұрын

    So... I think I’ve messed up in a big way. I’ve gotten so much information that I have mixed up too many things at once! So I’ve repotted many of my plants but in review I’ve gotten the new pot size too big. Also, I got some new young or seedling plants that came setup in Leca, self-watering systems. I’m trying to get used to “watching grass grow” and keep from handling these plants too much in case they are trying to develop a root system. For the young or more mature plants that are in pots too big will it hurt to repot them again into smaller containers? Thank you so much for your help. And just so you know what a beginner I am ... I had a variegated, mottle leafed plant that had a weird looking hairy stem coming out of it. Without knowing what it was I cut the stem right off! And you guessed it! Needless to say, my paph didn’t bloom but it does have the 3rd new growth. So hopefully she will learn to flower and I will will learn to let her!😀. You’re amazing. Ty for the help already

  • @GL1FE
    @GL1FE5 жыл бұрын

    I find in my temperate climate that you will get too much infection from not enough aeration using a decorative pot ; especially for oncidiums make sure you expose your rhizome and prop the orchid to be adjacent to the rim of the decorative pot. The air stays very stagnant if you don't allow the plant to sit high up in the plastic pot. So make sure you have a fan to move the air if you have orchids in decorative pots.

  • @trishking1692
    @trishking16925 жыл бұрын

    I have a phal that I got 6 yrs ago on mother's day, it was a super market buy. It was already in bloom. A few months after I got it the flowers and spikes died off. I kept it in the same pot it came in. A month ago I repotted it cause it was so heavy with beautiful green shiny leaves and crazy aerial roots. It hasn't bloomed again since I've had it. Could this be because it was never repotted until recently? Will it ever bloom again?

  • @tanyarichardson3224
    @tanyarichardson32244 жыл бұрын

    Hi could you tell me about potting orchids into a hanging basket lined with paper bark

  • @lauriecosgrove9662
    @lauriecosgrove96622 жыл бұрын

    So….if I have an orchid that is rebound and outgrowing it’s 3 inch aerated container, should I go to a 5 inch? It also has 3 very large healthy roots that need to be accommodated that have grown outside the pot. Thanks for any direction.

  • @peggyhixon8892
    @peggyhixon88925 жыл бұрын

    What does it mean when your bud spike has a bud spike?

  • @stacyfalcone692
    @stacyfalcone6925 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video, as always. I have repotted two in glass with pebbles. Now, I think I did the wrong thing..

  • @vildhallon4709

    @vildhallon4709

    5 жыл бұрын

    If you want to keep them longterm you probably should repot them

  • @stacyfalcone692

    @stacyfalcone692

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@vildhallon4709 yes, I'm thinking that I should. Thank you.

  • @haileyArevan7176
    @haileyArevan7176 Жыл бұрын

    Hi there.what material to put inside the pot .aroud the root bottom and top the best one that orchjds love to grow..thanks im a begineer

  • @sueze3300
    @sueze33005 жыл бұрын

    It's hard to find orchid pots where I live in Canada and buying from the USA is just too expensive so I've just been putting in extra holes in the sides, I think my mistake is I have been putting those pots into decorative pots that were to snug fitting so there wasn't enough air flow. I alway learn something new from your videos

  • @HylianShieldmaiden

    @HylianShieldmaiden

    5 жыл бұрын

    If you're near the GTA in Ontario, I found some orchid pots for ok prices at Terra Greenhouses. Some of them even have air cones. I'm a fellow Canadian who's pretty new to orchid keeping, and I've been having a heck of a time trying to find sphagnum moss around here, and like you said shipping to Canada is way too expensive.

  • @sueze3300

    @sueze3300

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@HylianShieldmaiden I'm on Vancouver Island can't get any farther west than that. We have a orchid nursery just a mile away so I have no trouble getting sphagnum moss and good bark chips but no pots. My favourite pots are like the glazed one that Dannie showed today but the ones they are bringing in now are so inferiour to the first ones I got I won't buy them. I've had Phals for about six year and just started to branch out a little, I have 2 Onchidiums and 2 Paphiopedilum. The spelling on those could be way off.

  • @cristinearias6613
    @cristinearias66132 жыл бұрын

    Danny. Can I repot multiple Orchid together or are they longer?

  • @ninarapoport8215
    @ninarapoport82152 жыл бұрын

    I see you are using a soldering iron to make holes: how wide is the tip? 5 mm? Thanks

  • @mpagan1004
    @mpagan10043 жыл бұрын

    I’ve seen people grow orchids in glass vases, what is your opinion on that?

  • @susanbartone1347
    @susanbartone1347Ай бұрын

    So what kind of medium is used for the red plastic pot with vertical slits?

  • @GL1FE
    @GL1FE5 жыл бұрын

    I found out recently about rupiculous laelias that they like only very small containers? Can you do more videos on growing brazilian rupiculous laelias specifically talking about their habitat origin and preferred care. I see a lot of conflicting info on their care ... I'm talking about harpophylla, sanguinea, milleri etc... not laelia purpurata preferably the ones that grow in high altitudes.

  • @jdbar420
    @jdbar4205 жыл бұрын

    Hi Dany, I was wondering, in your videos you speak a lot about LECA, fir bark, sphagnum moss, ceramic media, coconut fiber, etc... but have you ever heard of or used Tree Fern Fiber? I have been using this media for my Paphs and have noticed a huge difference in growth. I am currently switching all my moisture-loving orchids to a media mixture containing Tree Fern Fiber.

  • @ginnizanco8001
    @ginnizanco80013 жыл бұрын

    What about using an old Vegetable Collander? Just maybe the perfect amount of holes ... 🤔☺😉

  • @Eliel89s
    @Eliel89s5 жыл бұрын

    I am new to Phalaenopsis Orchids and I've done a mistake : I've repot them fairly badly and burried all of the aerial roots. I've tried to repot my Orchids once again for fixing my mistake but I don't know, they don't look right and the aerial roots are quite damaged. Do you have any recommandation on what I sould do? I was thinking maybe growing them in water for a little bit.

  • @daec4488

    @daec4488

    5 жыл бұрын

    Eliel89s semi-water culture can work if you are in the right environment. Since water stays colder than the air around it if you are in a cooler climate it can damage the roots. Phalenopsis orchids, in my experience, are more durable than you would think. They can recover fairly easily. I have most of my phals in bark mix + plastic pot (bottom holes/aeration cone) + decorative pot. I water (soak for 5-15 minutes) once a week. I am in Michigan so my climate isn’t as humid as others. In winter I soak a shorter period of time since it’s shorter days so they need less water. I do have a few plants in sphagnum moss with a TON of holes melted into the side to help with aeration and drying of the media. I water these less frequently (10-14 days) since it’s a more water retentive media. Hope this helps a little.

  • @emraanhusain9239
    @emraanhusain92392 жыл бұрын

    Hellow, please make a video on planting orchids in glass containers.

  • @MissOrchidGirl

    @MissOrchidGirl

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi, I would never plant orchids in glass vases/containers and would never advise anyone to do so ☺️

  • @adrianabonitaaziz7393
    @adrianabonitaaziz73935 жыл бұрын

    Those pots are wonderful ! But i have never seen them , here in Holland .. In fact , I notice that they dont have varieties of plants anymore , they are al the same . My orchids are up to 9 years old , and i won't let them go , cause i dont see them in the stores . But they are running out of the pot , still flowering a lot . I need to change pots . I wish I can find one of those .

  • @nanemoon9968

    @nanemoon9968

    5 жыл бұрын

    Do you live near Venlo? There is a well sorted Orchid Nursery 30 km from Venlo in Vluyn. If you are interested just let me know :)

  • @hanglergutierrez2210
    @hanglergutierrez22103 жыл бұрын

    It doesn't do Photosynthesis by roots, many people think they do, but it's not like that.

  • @carsmax
    @carsmax2 жыл бұрын

    I have all my plants in clear glas buckets with no ventilation . Just open on top . 10 of 12 have blossoms thru the year . those other 2 get 2 times blossom per year. I have sein a video about fertilizer for orchids , the girl used rice wich laying in hot water for a half an hour or cold water 1 hour and bring it to the plants at rom temperature . What your experiences are ?? Thanks so much !

  • @MissOrchidGirl

    @MissOrchidGirl

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi, that is definitely not my way of growing orchids. What you see in my videos and tutorials is exactly how I grow my orchids, would not do it any other way, nor would I advise anyone differently and you can see the results of my care in my video archive ☺️

  • @billvanslyke6803
    @billvanslyke6803 Жыл бұрын

    How many times do you water them.

  • @sonaannsunil5535
    @sonaannsunil55352 жыл бұрын

    I would like to ask whether fabric grow bags be a good option for the same

  • @cristinalaguardia9712
    @cristinalaguardia97123 жыл бұрын

    I repot my orchids in glass big vases.. is it good or bad?

  • @MissOrchidGirl

    @MissOrchidGirl

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi, I wouldn't use containers without drainage, you cannot properly flush them and in time this can lead to build up.

  • @cristinalaguardia9712

    @cristinalaguardia9712

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@MissOrchidGirl thanks for replying..really appreciate it..is it ok to use soil mixed with barks

  • @sandratrimmer2606
    @sandratrimmer2606 Жыл бұрын

    I know this has nothing to this topic, I want to know when my phal are about to bloom

  • @lindalmiller429
    @lindalmiller4295 жыл бұрын

    I’m so sorry about your little bird. Losing a pet is beyond difficult, so please be gentle with yourselves.

  • @YellowCheapers
    @YellowCheapers5 жыл бұрын

    Do you mean choose instead of chose in the thumbnail? Hope your feather baby is doing well!

  • @MissOrchidGirl

    @MissOrchidGirl

    5 жыл бұрын

    Yep fixed! Thanks :D

  • @kingagodyn2881
    @kingagodyn28815 жыл бұрын

    I tried terracotta pots but they are definitely not for me. My phalenopsis went back to plastic pots ;)

  • @anamariafrancia6154
    @anamariafrancia61543 жыл бұрын

    Tha carrousel is wanderfull x mi ist not comun and beutifull tha one im need sam

  • @e8t788
    @e8t7882 жыл бұрын

    I'll bet someone out there does have a tree in their living room full of orchids.

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