New Phalaenopsis from 1800Flowers: Immediate Repotting and Care Guide

Gift Phalaenopsis from floral delivery services (plastic root cover, moss, ceramic cachepot) need immediate cultural correction. Here's the proper setup for long-term health.

What You Received vs. What It Needs

Immediate Repotting (Don't Wait for Bloom End)

These plants are often in degraded media. Repot now:

1. Buy orchid bark (Lowe's, Home Depot, garden centers)
2. Soak bark while unpotting
3. Remove plastic cover, all moss
4. Rinse roots, trim mushy ones
5. Plastic pot with abundant holes (slightly larger if needed)
6. Position, add wet bark, tap to settle
7. Water thoroughly, drain completely

Ongoing Care

• Light: East window (morning sun)
• Water: Weekly, morning, when bark nearly dry
• Repot: After each bloom in fresh bark
• Fertilize: ¼ tsp balanced/gallon weekly post-repot

Why Immediate Repotting Matters

• Moss + cachepot = root rot guarantee
• Plastic cover prevents root photosynthesis
• Fresh bark = aeration, predictable drying, root health

Don't wait for flowers to drop. The media they're in is a ticking clock. Repot today for years of blooms.