Helpful Hints

The best time to report an orchid is when new roots are just starting. They can grow freely into their new potting mix. However, where poor growth, in a potting medium that has broken down, repotting at the wrong time may be the best and only time to save the plant.

Some excellent looks for beginning orchid growers :

"The  Time-Life  Encyclopedia  of  Gardening:  Orchids",  Time-Life Books, Virginia, A.Skelsey.

"How To Grow Orchids", Sunset Books, Lane, California.

"Orchids, A Golden Nature Guide", Golden Press, New York.

"Simon & Schuster's Guide to Orchids", A Fireside Book.

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