On Tuesday, August 27, 2002 at 6:37:26 PM UTC-7, Katja Schulz wrote:

I am relatively new to orchid growing. I got a pink Phalaenopsis as a present a couple of years ago, and when I got it to bloom a second
time, I got so excited that I bought another one, this one pure white
(also Phalaenopsis). Unfortunately, I don't know the species for
either.

Both plants are currently finishing a flowering bout, and I am
thinking about doing my very first orchid repotting in a few weeks.
Would it be a terribly bad thing to put the two plants into one pot?
I like the idea of having their flowers in a display next to one
another (if I can make that happen again), and I am thinking of
getting a relatively large oval bowl that would hold both plants
comfortably on opposite sides. There would probably be some touching
of roots & competing for resources sooner or later, and I wonder if
maybe orchids are very bad at dealing with that sort of thing.

I would appreciate input from anybody who has had experience with doublepotting. Thanks in advance.

Katja

Katja,

I have been wondering about the same thing. I so not have much experience and they mentioned cross contamination of disease. But, if my plants are next together now, I don't see why they can't share the same soil in a big pot. That is what I'm going to
try.

Donna

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I wouldn't worry about two plants in a pot. As long as they are clean
and healthy when re-potting and you keep them healthy with proper care,
no problem. Quite often we will find multi plants in one pot at Costco.
However, do not use soil. These are best planted in bark.


On 7/27/2018 9:26 PM, donnamikschl@gmail.com wrote:

On Tuesday, August 27, 2002 at 6:37:26 PM UTC-7, Katja Schulz wrote:

I am relatively new to orchid growing. I got a pink Phalaenopsis as a
present a couple of years ago, and when I got it to bloom a second
time, I got so excited that I bought another one, this one pure white
(also Phalaenopsis). Unfortunately, I don't know the species for
either.

Both plants are currently finishing a flowering bout, and I am
thinking about doing my very first orchid repotting in a few weeks.
Would it be a terribly bad thing to put the two plants into one pot?
I like the idea of having their flowers in a display next to one
another (if I can make that happen again), and I am thinking of
getting a relatively large oval bowl that would hold both plants
comfortably on opposite sides. There would probably be some touching
of roots & competing for resources sooner or later, and I wonder if
maybe orchids are very bad at dealing with that sort of thing.

I would appreciate input from anybody who has had experience with
doublepotting. Thanks in advance.

Katja

Katja,

I have been wondering about the same thing. I so not have much experience and they mentioned cross contamination of disease. But, if my plants are next together now, I don't see why they can't share the same soil in a big pot. That is what I'm going

to try.

Donna

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It's great to hear that you've had success in getting your Phalaenopsis orchids to bloom multiple times! When it comes to repotting and potentially combining them into one pot, there are a few things to consider.

First, it's important to make sure that the pot you choose has good drainage holes and is the appropriate size for the combined root systems of both plants. If the pot is too small, the roots may become cramped and hinder the growth of the plants. If it'
s too large, the excess soil can hold onto too much moisture, potentially leading to root rot.

Combining two orchids into one pot can be done, but it's important to consider the different growing conditions that each plant requires. Some orchids prefer more moisture, while others like to dry out between waterings. If the two plants have different
preferences, it may be challenging to find a balance that works for both.

In terms of root competition, Phalaenopsis orchids are relatively forgiving and can tolerate being in close proximity to one another. However, it's still important to ensure that there is enough space for both root systems to grow and that they're not so
close that they're competing for resources.

Overall, doublepotting can be a fun and aesthetically pleasing way to display multiple orchids together, but it's important to ensure that the pot and growing conditions are appropriate for both plants. If you're unsure or nervous about combining them,
it's always safe to keep them in separate pots. Good luck with your repotting!

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