Damaged Vanda - appropriate medium question

[BAK15]

I am looking to repot my Vanda tricolor (suavis) that was blown off the tray. The roots were previously surrounded by pieces of broken clay pottery over an eight year period and held together with raffia. Most references show the roots hang freely in a basket but am concerned that this may be an issue keeping humidity levels adequate in WI esp. in winter. Any thoughts on using a medium as Orchiata and clay plellets? The roots look very healthy and I was surprised how many are present. Currently the orchid is placed in a clay pot and misted frequently but that is too much maintenance for me and I want to get it back in a pot where it can continue growing. Any assistance would be appreciated as to what would work or what would not work.

[nutgirl]

I have success with large pieces of Lava rock in wooden baskets or large clay pots. It still requires more frequent watering but the roots seem to find the moist spots they need.

Maureen

[wintergirl]

You can try large bark in a clay pot, that is how I grow mine.

[Bud]

try S/H method....flush it once a month and make sure to check the level of water every week....the flower on my profile is a Mokara on S/H since 2010

[My Green Pets]

Originally Posted by nutgirl

I have success with large pieces of Lava rock in wooden baskets or large clay pots. It still requires more frequent watering but the roots seem to find the moist spots they need.

I also use large pieces of lava rock (3-4 cm diameter pieces), but I put them in plastic pots. The plastic seems to hold moisture longer than wood or terra cotta.