Incorporating activated charcoal into your orchid care routine is simple and effective. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
Step 1: Gather your materials
- Activated charcoal (available at garden centers or online)
- Orchid pot (especially for orchids)
- Orchid plant (preferably in a pot)
- Water
Step 2: Prepare the potting mix
- Mixing : Mix your orchid potting mix with activated charcoal in a bowl. A good ratio is about 1 part charcoal to 4 parts potting mix. This ensures that the benefits of the charcoal are distributed throughout the medium.
- Moisten the mixture : Lightly moisten the planting mixture with water to help it hold together better when planting.
Step 3: Repot your orchid
- Remove the orchid : Carefully remove your orchid from the pot, being careful not to damage the roots.
- Inspect the roots : Check for any dead or rotting roots and trim them away with sterilized scissors.
- Planting : Place the orchid in a new pot and fill the pot around the roots with the charcoal-enriched potting mix. Make sure the roots are spread out and not pinched.
Step 4: Water and care
- Watering : Water the orchid thoroughly after repotting. Let excess water drain out of the pot.
- Care routine : Continue to care for your orchid as usual and maintain the correct light, humidity and fertilization schedule.
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