Potting technique leading to crown rot

[Sunshine Peony]

Originally Posted by WhiteRabbit

I also use either a small overturned net or orchid pot in the center, or some styro in the root mass. I do this for most of my orchids, excepting Cym and terrestrials.

I filled the space with styrofoam and larger bark pieces.

I was thinking of using an overturned pot but I couldn't find one the right size to fit.