Ice Cascade Cymbidium to Repot or Not!

[LauraM92]

Hi everyone.

I purchased this Ice Cascade Cymbidium back in June, which has not shown any sign of growth since.
I am unsure of the root situation and the media as no matter how little I water it , it remains moist for a long time.
I wonder if I should repot it simply to find out if there is any root rot and to see what condition it is in. The media seems to consist of some coconut husk and a soil like component.
I wanted a second opinion on this as I have never grown a Cymbidium before and I do not know what to expect nor how to care for it correctly.

Thanks
Laura

[WhiteRabbit]

Looks to be in good shape. Most Cyms don't want to dry out. And most start new growth in spring. All the growths that haven't formed pbulbs yet are most likely this years new growth, still growing.

That said, you could check the roots, but it's about the time that the cool growers are spiking or will soon.

[Bud]

Sonya is right, it looks ok...I think it needs a repot in a couple of years. By looking at the leaves and the bulbs you know the roots are fine. Be patient, this is the time when it starts to spike on your side of the pond.

[james mickelso]

I will disagree on this one. I don't like the condition of the media that I see here. It looks too degraded and too many fines. In the wet and cool British Isles when winter comes, so does root rot. I would "CAREFULLY" repot this. Take it out of the pot by placing it on it's side and rolling it around until the media falls out with the plant. Wash it off with a hose and get as much of the old media off as is practical. Don't damage the roots. Once it is fairly clean, repot it in a medium size mix of bark/charcoal/spongerock or gravel with nothing larger than 1/4 inch. Hold the plant above the pot by grasping some of the leaves, and with the roots inside the pot, slowly pour in the media. Pour a little in and tap the side of the pot. Pour in some more and tap the side to settle the mix. Lift the pot and tap it on the bench. Don't tamp it in. Just settle it in by lifting the pot and tapping it on the bench. If you don't damage the roots, the new growth may send out a spike or two. But these look too young to produce a spike this season. The pot in the picture looks to be a tad too large. Hope this helps.