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Aerial Roots on Phalaenopsis: Sign of Overwet Mix, Time to Repot

Roots growing over the pot edge—does this mean repot or water more?

Diagnosis

Usually, aerial roots indicate the potting mix stays too wet. If not repotted in the past year, it's time. Use standard orchid mix and a pot with abundant drainage holes.

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