Soaking cattleya roots to repot

[katrina]

Yep...just a discussion here too and I didn't take any of it personally. Not in the slightest. My only intent here was to assure the OP that her 30 minute soak would not cause any trouble for the plant.

There is no one-size-fits-all w/orchids and a quick look around the forum will scream that fact. So, one person soaks for long periods...the next doesn't...no big deal. Different stroke for different folks...but neither method will kill the orchid(s).

As for the rupics...most of my orchid knowledge w/this group has come from Francisco Miranda. Since talking to him about them, their native habitats and taking his advice I'm growing them MUCH better that I did in the past. I'm actually getting stronger and stronger growths AND good roots. YEA! Turns out I wasn't watering them enough! But they grow on rocks, right? I learned so much from him...good stuff. Next stop...consistent blooms and I think I'm getting there. Time will tell.

OK...so...sorry for the highjack.

[judith_arquette]

Originally Posted by katrina

Yep...just a discussion here too and I didn't take any of it personally. Not in the slightest. My only intent here was to assure the OP that her 30 minute soak would not cause any trouble for the plant.

There is no one-size-fits-all w/orchids and a quick look around the forum will scream that fact. So, one person soaks for long periods...the next doesn't...no big deal. Different stroke for different folks...but neither method will kill the orchid(s).

As for the rupics...most of my orchid knowledge w/this group has come from Francisco Miranda. Since talking to him about them, their native habitats and taking his advice I'm growing them MUCH better that I did in the past. I'm actually getting stronger and stronger growths AND good roots. YEA! Turns out I wasn't watering them enough! But they grow on rocks, right? I learned so much from him...good stuff. Next stop...consistent blooms and I think I'm getting there. Time will tell.

OK...so...sorry for the highjack.

I love a good debate and appreciate the level of respect the members here show each other despite sometimes differing opinions and methods. I learn more when I'm presented different options and information. Like its been stated many times in many threads, what works for some does not work for all for a large variety of reasons. I've discovered since coming here that growing orchids is all about tweaking things up a bit, whether it's ur growing medium, method of watering, amounts of light...the more options I have, the more ways I can attempt to "tweak" things until I've found a successful way of meeting their requirements. So, thank you all for the input, experience, and advice. I may not use it all but I most definitely find it ALL helpful <3

[JMNYC]

Originally Posted by judith_arquette

I love a good debate and appreciate the level of respect the members here show each other despite sometimes differing opinions and methods. I learn more when I'm presented different options and information. Like its been stated many times in many threads, what works for some does not work for all for a large variety of reasons. I've discovered since coming here that growing orchids is all about tweaking things up a bit, whether it's ur growing medium, method of watering, amounts of light...the more options I have, the more ways I can attempt to "tweak" things until I've found a successful way of meeting their requirements. So, thank you all for the input, experience, and advice. I may not use it all but I most definitely find it ALL helpful <3

U bet!~ The potential richness of exchanges in any arena truly is, you remain open to input, buy into nothing with alacrity....and then, over time, assess differentially, and arrive at your own truths. It's a journey, and a hugely exciting one!!!!

[judith_arquette]

Originally Posted by JMNYC

U bet!~ The potential richness of exchanges in any arena truly is, you remain open to input, buy into nothing with alacrity....and then, over time, assess differentially, and arrive at your own truths. It's a journey, and a hugely exciting one!!!!

Well put!

[DeaC]

Originally Posted by judith_arquette

Well put!

Won't get long winded here but for what it's worth()I soak roots in a solution of Superthrive before I repot...plants seem to appreciate it.

[JMNYC]

Originally Posted by judith_arquette

Well put!

Thank you! And, I came to it viscerally, organically, internally.....as is the real deal route.

But for anyone always in flight from themselves and their issues, and so, always unwittingly trying to prove something or engage in combat, this blessing will continue to elude them, tant pis.

So often, the enemy truly is....within.

---------- Post added at 06:34 PM ---------- Previous post was at 06:33 PM ----------

Originally Posted by DeaC

Won't get long winded here but for what it's worth()I soak roots in a solution of Superthrive before I repot...plants seem to appreciate it.

Just struck me, I have not touched my current bottle of Superthrive in....forever. Not even sure why!