Neo keiki leaf browning, roots are a little dry

[Roberta]

If you want to grow your Neos in the traditional moss mound, do some research first. There are some "hidden" features that are critical, such as the "pocket" in the center. If that's missing, they won't thrive. At any rate, don't repot now, wait until you see signs of new growth in the spring.

Personally, I put them in hanging baskets with either bark or sphag, and let the roots go wild - like the Vandas that they are. In the basket, they dry fast, I don't treat them any differently than the rest of my outdoor collection - watering slows down a bit in winter just because things don't dry as fast, for everything. But nothing gets separate "dry" treatment except the Catasetinae.

With regard to light, the Leptotes need a lot more than the Neos. Maybe put the Neos in an east- or west- facing window. And close to the glass, so they get some chill.

Leptotes don't need a seasonal rest, but in general need to dry out between waterings. (I grow them mounted, they're in an area where they get daily watering, but they still dry rapidly)