Reviving a Mature Phalaenopsis with Dried Center

Saving a Mature Phalaenopsis: Repotting After Years

Jan has a Phalaenopsis that bloomed profusely for years, even after a transplant. It's in a bright octagonal breakfast room. The last flower spike dried up. Healthy roots and many "fingers" (aerial roots) are on the surface, but the center is hard and dried, not sending up a new spike.

Expert Response

Jan, it sounds like a healthy plant (leaves and roots). However, not repotting for several years may be the problem. If you know how to repot, proceed. If unsure, I can provide steps for repotting a Phalaenopsis.