Assessing Orchid Root Health and Repotting Timing: Trim Dead Roots, Wait Until After Bloom

Orchid roots

Singapore gardener asks if orchid roots healthy; lower leaves shriveled. Mists roots daily.

Initial Assessment

Plant looks great. Trim dry roots and lowest leaf before potting. Foliage looks fine—good Phalaenopsis.

Likely got dry once; flowers would wilt if ongoing. Repot after bloom with crown just above surface. Trim roots, reuse pot with fresh orchid mix.

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