As Odontoglossum roots are very fine, the...

Here are more orchid-growing tips (continued from my last post)...

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As Odontoglossum roots are very fine, the plants should be soaked before repotting so that the old material will fall away without injuring them.

About two thirds of the pot should be filled with crock to insure good drainage.

Odontoglossums should be potted firmly but not tight.

Water should be withheld until new roots form, and then frequent damping will see the plant through in good shape.

This genus does not react well to disturbance of the roots during hot weather, so September is the ideal time for repotting; growths will then be about an inch high and the plant will have a chance to re-establish itself before winter.

Repotting is also possible in March as new roots will have a chance to form before hot weather sets in. Miltonias may be repotted at the same time as Odontoglossums.

Straight Osmunda may be used.

Another medium consists of equal amounts of peat and moss, with good drainage.

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I'll post more orchid care tips soon!

- Sara