This is a step-by-step guide to re-pot an orchid.
The orchid used in this tutorial is an Oncidium orchid.
They have pseudobulbs and tend to have a lot of fine roots, which makes them a little more difficult to divide.
Oncidiums are relatively quick growing, and need to be repotted more often than some slower-growing orchids.
They need to be somewhat pot-bound to flower, so usually won't flower the season after re-potting.
The principles of repotting an orchid are similiar regardless of species, but the medium can be different.
A medium-grade coco bark mixture is used in this example. The advantage of coco park is that it does not decay as quickly as other types of bark.
If you have a smaller plant, a fine-grade mixture is preferred.
For a plant very sensitive to dehydration, orchid moss can be used as a potting medium. Make sure it is orchid-grade and do not pack it tightly.
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