How Do You Remove An Orchid Plant From Its Pot?
Repotting an orchid is necessary, depending on the age of the plant, every 6 months to 3 years, when new mix is needed, or the plant outgrows the pot. The best time to repot an orchid is during its active growth which is shortly after it blooms and new roots begin to form. Some orchids forgive more easily than others and adjust to their new pot without much fuss. Water the plant to loosen the dirt from around the roots. Loosen the orchid from the pot and dump the dirt out. Gently loosen the dirt from around the root. Check for diseased, dying or rotted roots. Remove any damaged roots with a sterilized blade. Divide the root into sections. Each section should consist of young, healthy roots. Use an appropriate planting medium for orchids and place the plant into pot with the most mature growth against the side of the pot.
