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Originally Posted by Ray
Some of the plants are in the "Leni" or Luwassa", 3-component hydro pots (solid outer pot that creates the reservoir, mesh culture pot that contains the LECA and plant, and a float gauge that keeps you apprised of the water depth in the reservoir)
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For some reason Ray doesn't carry these "Leni or Luwassa" pots even though he uses them himself. Unless you're mechanically inclined and want to build one yourself, they are available online. (Don't let the "hydroponic" term trouble you, it's technically semi-hydro).
I like keeping the water gauge IN, as at different times of the year the plant consumes more / less water depending upon its needs and that can be seen at a glance on the gauge. You could also insert a water globe into the LECA to the desired depth and keep the water gauge in.
Flushing is fast and easy as the interior net culture basket lifts out. The outer reservoir pot is attractive if that's a concern- no need for saucer underneath.
Links below to retailers who carry these pots:
Hydroponic Grow Systems - the ideal way for growing all your Orchids
- Complete Hydroponic Pots #
Linear Mode
