Cymbidium Post-Bloom Leaf Browning: Repot in Fresh Bark Mix

Kirsty's 8-week-old Cymbidium (living room, not warmest, indirect light, fed per instructions) had browning leaves and falling flowers.

Flowers Falling = Normal

Cymbidium blooms last ~2 months. This is expected.

Leaf Browning = Root Rot from Old Mix

Decomposed mix retains water → roots rot → leaves brown.

Repot Now (Bloom Finished)

1. Fir-bark orchid mix (soaked). Pot 2–3 inches larger diameter.
2. Unpot, rinse roots, remove mushy roots.
3. Remove soft pseudobulbs.
4. Brown leaves will fall naturally.
5. Semi-shade → gradually brighter to full sun (late summer/fall).
6. Heavy feed/water at new growth.
7. Cool fall (40s°F) sets buds for spring.

Standard Cymbidiums = Bright Light + Cool Fall

Division possible for large plants. Keep name tag.