Repotting Cattleya in a wood basket - Orchid Board

SADE2020 · #1 10-12-2021, 06:55 AM

As I mentioned in another thread, I am repoting some Cattleyas in wood baskets to hang then in the outdoor patio.

Here below I am sharing the process. Nothing special but just in case there is anything you guys want to advise about it.

I have the doubt with the medium, I always use a combination of medium size gravel in the bottom, medium size pine bark, and natural veggy charcoal, with some lecca. This works well for me, but taking into consideration that my objective is to make sure they dry really well, I am thinking maybe in just going 90% inorganic with Gravel+Lecca and some charcoal.

isurus79 · #2 10-12-2021, 09:28 AM

What is the typical temperature and humidity in your grow space?

WaterWitchin · #3 10-12-2021, 09:51 AM

How were you growing them prior? Same mix, but in a pot? Just know if you were growing them in a pot in that mix, and now transferring to a hanging wood basket, you'll likely have to water more often. I sure wouldn't decrease the organic material if that's the case. If anything, I'd up it just a bit.

SADE2020 · #4 10-12-2021, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by isurus79

What is the typical temperature and humidity in your grow space?

Temp. Winter 12-22ºC | Summer 24-35ºC
Humidity. Winter 45-60% | Summer 50-75%
Light: OutDoor - Under Shade

We have plenty of sun in winter, maybe no more than 2-3 days cloudy in a row.
The place air very airy ..with a lot of air circulation, I am near the sea. (I can actually see it from the terrace)

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Originally Posted by WaterWitchin

How were you growing them prior? Same mix, but in a pot? Just know if you were growing them in a pot in that mix, and now transferring to a hanging wood basket, you'll likely have to water more often. I sure wouldn't decrease the organic material if that's the case. If anything, I'd up it just a bit.

Yes, that is my own mix "recipe" after many TestABC. I normally have them in very airy plastic pots inside clay/terracotta pots.
I have an automatic misting set for the hanging plants; watering is not an issue, that is why I want it to try with the baskets.

rbarata · #5 10-12-2021, 01:02 PM

I'm not sure if all Catts cope with those min temps, especially after watering.

SADE2020 · #6 10-12-2021, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by rbarata

I'm not sure if all Catts cope with those min temps, especially after watering.

Hi RB, I have separated the ones that can handle cold from the ones that needs warm year around. I checked your list and also Roberta's website.

So, basically, some of them will be inside.

Thank you for the comment!!!

isurus79 · #7 10-12-2021, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by SADE2020

Temp. Winter 12-22ºC | Summer 24-35ºC
Humidity. Winter 45-60 | Summer 50-75º
Light: OutDoor - Under Shade

I have an automatic misting set for the hanging plants; watering is not an issue, that is why I want it to try with the baskets.

Ah, that's good to know! I think you'll end up having to water 2x per day in summer, but that should be easy if it's automated.

WaterWitchin · #8 10-12-2021, 05:49 PM

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Originally Posted by SADE2020

Temp. Winter 12-22ºC | Summer 24-35ºC
Humidity. Winter 45-60% | Summer 50-75%
Light: OutDoor - Under Shade

We have plenty of sun in winter, maybe no more than 2-3 days cloudy in a row.
The place air very airy ..with a lot of air circulation, I am near the sea. (I can actually see it from the terrace)

---------- Post added at 05:54 PM ---------- Previous post was at 05:50 PM ----------

Yes, that is my own mix "recipe" after many TestABC. I normally have them in very airy plastic pots inside clay/terracotta pots.
I have an automatic misting set for the hanging plants; watering is not an issue, that is why I want it to try with the baskets.

I'd leave as is, maybe add a tad more bark/charcoal, and go with it. Then watch after repotting to see if the mister needs to be adjusted. I simply LOVE auto misting. It's the only reason I decided to do a few mounts again.