AboutWayne King Expertise Any question about orchid culture. I have thirty+ yrs of growing experience,president 2x of our local Orchid Growers Guild,held a position in most all other offices associated with the Guild at one time or another. Head of Orchid judging team for local club meetings and some shows. Member of two Orchid Socities and local Rep.for Mid America Orchid Congress for several yrs.I have in my collection about 800 Orchid plants of all types.
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Question My phaleonopsis that I've had for several years has developed black mushy spot on the base of the plant near the bark. I recently moved it to a large bathroom with an east window. Two leaves also died. I hope you can help. Thank you!
Sue
Answer Sue, you failed to mention how long ago you repotted the plant. Orchid plants need to be potted in a special orchid potting mix and phalaenopsis orchids should be repotted after each flowering. The most common problem encountered with phalaenopsis orchids is root rot due to either a failure to repot or to using the wrong type of potting material. Before looking at other issues, let me know what you have done in the way of repotting. If you are unsure about the repotting process, send me a followup and I can walk you through the process I prefer. If you have a picture you can send, that might also be helpful.
