Tracy (Ontario, Canada) cut green spike back to foliage in fall, repotted in orchid mix, removed mushy roots. Worried about harm. Expert: cutting spike won't harm plant. Repotting after removing mushy roots is good. Soak fresh mix first—dry bark pulls moisture from roots. Purplish base on new leaf = normal. Don't disturb healthy roots growing through leaf base. Join Southern Ontario Orchid Society (monthly at Toronto Botanical Garden).
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