Favorite phalaenopsis mix. . . - Orchid Board

Sandy4453 · #1 04-29-2008, 07:06 AM

I have tried every possible medium and every combination you could think of for my Phals and I felt I wasn't getting the best results UNTIL trying 50/50 regular bark mix and coir. Not all coir is created equal and getting a high grade coir, essential. Now, my leaves are firm, the roots are healthy, leaf growth is at a faster rate with this combination, just everything to know that they're happy and thriving.

peeweelovesbooks · #2 04-29-2008, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by SRF

I have tried every possible medium and every combination you could think of for my Phals and I felt I wasn't getting the best results UNTIL trying 50/50 regular bark mix and coir. Not all coir is created equal and getting a high grade coir, essential. Now, my leaves are firm, the roots are healthy, leaf growth is at a faster rate with this combination, just everything to know that they're happy and thriving.

From where do you buy the coir from? What is that made of? thanks!

peeweelovesbooks · #3 04-29-2008, 04:16 PM

Also, what type of bark do you use? fir bark? medium or coarse? Thanks!!!

peeweelovesbooks · #4 05-30-2008, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by SRF

I have tried every possible medium and every combination you could think of for my Phals and I felt I wasn't getting the best results UNTIL trying 50/50 regular bark mix and coir. Not all coir is created equal and getting a high grade coir, essential. Now, my leaves are firm, the roots are healthy, leaf growth is at a faster rate with this combination, just everything to know that they're happy and thriving.

Thank you. I have to tell you that I repotted my phals into this mixture....it's like orchid crack!!!! They are HUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUGE LOL and happy happy happy!! I really cannot overstate the change in my phals. Thank you so much!