Bark storage

[RNCollins]

Hi! I've been storing my orchid bark out in the porch where it gets below 32 F (0 C). Is this going to cause me any problems in the future? Will the bark decompose faster when I finally use it?

[RosieC]

I don't the the temperature will affect it as long as it stays dry. If it get's even slightly damp that will speed it decomposing, it needs to be kept bone dry. I keep mine under the spare bed even though the greenhouse or garage would be more convenient, just to ensure it stays really dry.

[DocRN]

If anything, it will last longer. Organisms that break things down slow in colder temps- think of a refrigerator?

[Ferns Daddy]

I keep mine in a cold room in my basement it stays about 38f all winter and have had no problem with it I make sure its at room temp before I use it.