Did I overpot my phal?

[WhiteRabbit]

I agree with the others, I think it should be ok, just be careful with watering. Using a skewer is always helpful. As Tucker says, also, in a clear pot, you can judge by the color of the roots.

[psyc1210]

Originally Posted by Arenalbotanicalgarden

A pot that isn't slotted is unsuitable for orchids..........unless you have a greenhouse. Even then, they're a poor choice.

A slotted pot is not the only kind of pot that many people successfully grow orchids in. I hope you are just referring to drainage holes in the bottom...otherwise, the statement you made is completely inaccurate.

[WhiteRabbit]

Originally Posted by Arenalbotanicalgarden

A pot that isn't slotted is unsuitable for orchids..........unless you have a greenhouse. Even then, they're a poor choice.

I have a number of orchids doing well in standard pots - growing outdoors, and in windowsills. I know that a lot of our very seasoned orchid growing members generally use standard pots. I suspect when you have a lot of plants, especially bigger ones, it's a lot less expensive to get standard pots. Pots definitely should drain well, regardless of other features ...

[Gage]

If you feel it could be put in a smaller pot, I would repot again, being careful not to do any unnecessary damage. You are going to be the one watering it for the next year or two, so I would make it easier on yourself and repot. And put white styrofoam peanuts in any larger spaces in the pot.

[WhiteRabbit]

Originally Posted by psyc1210

I hope you are just referring to drainage holes in the bottom...

ah - maybe we ARE misunderstanding

[Stitzelweller]

Originally Posted by Arenalbotanicalgarden

A pot that isn't slotted is unsuitable for orchids..........unless you have a greenhouse. Even then, they're a poor choice.

oh, wow....Thanks for that timely tip! I've been successfully growing orchids for nearly 35 years. Only some of my plants are housed in slotted clay pots!