"Diana Kulaga" wrote in message
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"Manelli Family" wrote in message
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"Diana Kulaga" wrote in message
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Yes I mean new leaf and root growth. It looked like whoever potted
these plants at the Crystal Co. in St. Lewis MO just crammed the roots
together, wrapped them in moss and forced them into the pots, breaking
most of them in the process. Disgusting.

I guess I should ask what condition the roots were actually in? I mean,
do the plants have some viable roots left? There needs to be enough root
system to support the whole plant.

Diana

The roots they have left I would say are borderline. They're not
desiccating (the plants) so I assume there are enough left to support the
leaves they have. I will never buy another orchid that originates from
that Co. again - at any price!

If they do start to destabilize (go limp, etc), consider removing portions
of the bottom leaves. That way the roots will have less to support. The
plants will look strange for a while, but have a better chance at
recovery.

Diana


Thanks. I will definately do that.