Newly repotted phalenopsis - too much water?

[Singingirl96]

I think you'll be fine. Just make sure all the condensation is gone before you water it again. once a week might be plenty for you.

[camille1585]

I also think it might be overpotted. Phals (and orchids and general) really do much better potbound. Generally when I repot, the 'rule' I have for myself is 'if I can fit it back in the same pot, it's fine. If not, got up one size'. All my phals have massive root systems in their pots, and the medium dries out really evenly and really quickly compared to phals in pots that are too big.

[nenella]

Originally Posted by Singingirl96

I think you'll be fine. Just make sure all the condensation is gone before you water it again. once a week might be plenty for you.

Rosie I agree with singingirl & would also add my worth ... don't forget to take into consideration the root 'colour 'at the same time too to define if it needs watering or not?

Also, the 'skewer method' is another idea to use if you are unsure about watering a plant. I have found that by trying to put the skewer going through the 'middle' part of the pot (where we can't see) gives one a much better idea If watering is necessary or can wait another day or 2 ?It's mostly the central/middle roots that rot?
(obviously best time is at a repot) or by slowly & carefully 'twirling' the skewer into the medium & 'feeling' for the roots.

I think your plant looks fine even though, as you suggest it maybe should have gone into a larger pot.. just keep on 'watching' & keep us posted. For the moment it's looks perfectly healthy to me!

[RosieC]

Originally Posted by nenella

Rosie I agree with singingirl & would also add my worth ... don't forget to take into consideration the root 'colour 'at the same time too to define if it needs watering or not?

Also, the 'skewer method' is another idea to use if you are unsure about watering a plant. I have found that by trying to put the skewer going through the 'middle' part of the pot (where we can't see) gives one a much better idea If watering is necessary or can wait another day or 2 ?It's mostly the central/middle roots that rot?
(obviously best time is at a repot) or by slowly & carefully 'twirling' the skewer into the medium & 'feeling' for the roots.

I think your plant looks fine even though, as you suggest it maybe should have gone into a larger pot.. just keep on 'watching' & keep us posted. For the moment it's looks perfectly healthy to me!

I feel a bit guilty because in trying to help Alison I've ended up getting advice on mine

The one in the pics is doing well and I'm going to leave it where it is for at least a year. Definately underpotted but it's happy so no problem.

I'm going to use your skewer method to check the center of the medium on the one which is on the verge of being overpotted. Watering weekly is going to be too much for it (from the root colour after a week).

Anway, sorry Alison for the diversion of this thread.