How to Water Orchids (Phalaenopsis, Phragmipediums, Paphiopedilums, ect) 

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Watering phalaenopsis, phragmipedium, paphiopedilums and other orchids can be confusing depending on what you read online...what does, "evenly moist" even mean, am I right?
I've put together this video to show you how I care for my orchids. It's not fancy, it's not complicated, it's routine and it's easy to do yourself.
Why does it work?
If you water a plant in bark for 30 seconds (like you would water a regular plant), the water tends to run off and go through the bark. Very little water is absorbed into the plant or bark and that's NOT GOOD. You want absorption! Soaking the plant briefly (3-20 mins), gives the roots a chance to absorb water. Plus, the process of filling the pot with water and flushing it leeches away salts that may have accumulated in the medium from the previous watering(s) so you don't end up with bad conditions at the roots from salt buildup.
If you want to know more about orchid care (according to me), check out my orchid blog:
herebutnot.com
Please note at 1:55: Human body temp is not 27•C...it's 37•C. I'm already full of false facts :(
I mentioned Bumblebee in this video; you can find her channel here - / @bumblebeesorchids3408
If you're looking for more tips on watering I've also written these posts on Here...but not:
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Why getting the leaves and crown of a Phalaenopsis wet ISN’T the end of the world
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The Correct, Best or Ideal pH for Watering Orchids
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Caring for Phragmipediums
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