If you repotted them just 2 weeks ago, they're not re-established in the new
pots yet, so re-doing them should do no harm. But if the soap has solved
the problem, then it will save you some work. Kenni

"Roots" wrote in message
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Hi,
First post here.
I repotted my orchids two weeks ago with orchid compost which had been
outside. A few days later I noticed flies - lots of flies and killed as
many as I could. One of my orchids that I couldn't salvage was dying at
the time.
I could only put this down to flies laying eggs in the compost outside.
What I'm worried about is that my plants will be damaged.
I have just purchased some new compost and not sure if I should repot
them again so soon - but obviously don't want the flies to do any more
damage.
Should I soak them in water in a bucket and repot them tomorrow? Do you
think they could handle more handling? Do you think they will be
permanently damaged?

Very grateful for any advice




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Roots