Need to water my orchid? My trick.

[kalla]

Hi @all,

here my trick for everyone who is unsure, if their orchids needs to be watered or not.

I put a thin wooden stick (f.e. chop-stick) as deep as possible into the pot. It stays there all the time, not only for testing.

Not to harm the roots, I always use the same little hole again.

When I remove the stick I can easily see or feel, if the orchid needs to be watered or not. When you hold the stick against your lips, you can feel, if the orchid is still humid. I think this is much easier than to use your finger.

Love from
kalla