how long will a virus live on your tools
Hey I am new at this and have a question about viruses and tools. I have more than likely spread a virus if any of my orchids have one by not knowing how to do things properly. After researching this topic I have learned a few things. although I have gotten some mixed input on how to clean tools. I decided that the best thing to use is disposable razor blades. one for each plant and to wear new rubber gloves for each. then bleach the heck out of everything. I do have a small set of clippers that I use just to cut off flower spikes. After each use I scrub it down with strong bleach water then soak it in alcohol and light it on fire with a lighter. I don't know if this is enough. But I don't use it very often and it may set for a month or so before I use it again. Can any one tell me that if my cleaning did not destroy the virus will it live on there forever. just curious. I have not bought any expensive plants yet because I wanted to see if I had luck with these things. If I decide I can grow them OK I will test all the ones I got before I buy new ones. Can you please guide me to more info on the subject. I have read some but nothing about how long it lives in the open. A lot of human viruses do not live long after they leave the body I don't believe.
Thank you for all your help. It is truly a blessing to of have found this forum.
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