Inherited Large Orchid: To Repot or Not?

A reader inherited a huge (2-3 ft tall, 3 ft wide) light pink-flowered orchid without a tag. Asks when to transplant.

Likely a Dendrobium

Size and description suggest Dendrobium, which prefers being pot-bound and dislikes repotting.

Advice: Leave It Alone

• If healthy (appears so given size), don't repot
• Repot only when new growth starts, if pot-bound
• Keikis (babies) on main plant can be removed once they have roots
• Ensure pot is large enough for stability

Large, healthy orchids often thrive on neglect. Enjoy the impressive specimen!