Miltonia repotting issue with very crowded roots
I have three miltonia and my largest one this year produced 5 beautiful flower spikes. My problem with this plant is now having to repot it and the roots are such a tangled amount I fear I can not get the old bark removed without totally desiccating the healthy root system. It was last repoted in 2011 and in New Zealand fine bark. Can I just 'move' this plant on to a (4.5 to a 5.5)one size larger pot and leave the old medium on? What is worse, old medium or shredded roots? I tried to pick the pieces out but realized it is about impossible? I am in a dilemma as to what I should do. Please help. I do feel the ideal thing is new medium BUT...what to do. Has anyone had success with just potting on or will I lose this beautiful miltonia. Love the scent on them too. Thanks. Llewellyn/phragman
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