T'is my pleasure Nina, also read the Phalaenopsis post by Leonie
with replies from Kathy & Kenni, very knowledgeable girls.
Keep in touch.
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Cheers Wendy

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NinaW wrote:
Thanks Wendy! When I checked the roots I saw that the plant was potted
in a bark mulch, and the wood was downright soggy. I spread the mix on
a sheet and "baked" it in the oven on low to dry it out. I then
trimmed the dead stuff and repotted the firedbird. I knew about
overwatering! I think that what happened is that water from the sink
has been splashing into the tray under the plant. The pot had a moss
plug that would have wicked the water into the mulch. I was watering
without knowing it. The other plant does not have this set up, so it
is not nearly so bad, only a few rotten roots. (This one I need to
repot because it has outgrown it's pot).
I think I may be checking into this NG from time to time! I have
wanted to start collecting more orchids but was intimidated at the
prospect. This NG, unlike many others, has people who are very
helpful and willing to share! Thank-you!
Nina