First Orchid Care: Pot, Mix, Water, Light Basics

New Orchid Owner: What Pot, Soil, Water Schedule?

Help my orchid! Regular pot? Soil? When water?

Special Mix & Pot Required

Orchid bark mix (garden centers). Fir bark + aeration ingredients. Roots need air—epiphytes in nature.

Plastic pot, many holes. Air movement + drainage.

Repot = Root Check

Trim mushy roots. Healthy = firm, green wet.

Care

• Weekly thorough water. No standing water.
• East window (morning sun).
• Pebble tray for humidity okay.
• Repot annually post-bloom.