Bletilla potting medium help!

[wtamuboi]

Have them growing outdoors in Houston. They do just fine with the heat, and ours are actually blooming much better this year after getting snow (yes, snow in Houston!) several times this past winter.

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Originally Posted by wtamuboi

Have them growing outdoors in Houston. They do just fine with the heat, and ours are actually blooming much better this year after getting snow (yes, snow in Houston!) several times this past winter.

Not too surprised. Bletilla striata originates from China, and in places that snow.

It is known to be able to take light frosts. However, it's not necessary to grow it that cold.