Help, I killed my Phal after repotting/trim?

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Originally Posted by hvlckvtnr

Thanks King, Priya, Bill... one more question then: if I am to go by when the plant is "thirsty", how can I tell the orchid needs water, what are the telltale signs?

Ok, I'm not exactly sure which of the 2 you're asking for, but I'll try my best to answer what you might be asking.

1. If you're asking how I know that your orchid was in need of some more water, so that in the future you can tell whether your plants were under watered or not - here's the answer:

Look at the roots again. You'll notice that some of the roots are wrinkled and looking a little shriveled.

Other than the fact that you've told me your watering schedule, (which is good to know, btw), that's how I know.

2. If you're asking how to tell when the next time to water the orchid is - the answer is what Carpe Diem said...

Since you have a clear plastic pot, look at the root zone, and see whether the roots have dried out already or not.

If they still look wet and are green, then don't water.

If after you have watered the orchid, and the roots have started to dry off, pay attention to the roots and see if the roots have dried out completely. If they have completely dried out and look silvery white, then water.