How To Care For Orchid Nz. Otherwise let it be. Usually orchids are potted in either sphagnum moss or bark chips which both work well but need slightly different care.
An east-facing window behind net curtains is ideal although shading from 10am to 5pm will be needed in summer. Orchids will not grow in garden soil but can be made to look as if they are growing in the garden by planting them in orchid potting mix on top of the garden soil. Its vitally important that excess water drains freely out of the base of the pot.
Its vitally important that excess water drains freely out of the base of the pot.
Its vitally important that excess water drains freely out of the base of the pot. Indoor orchid plants also need adequate humidity about fifty to seventy percent. How to water orchids Orchid care checking a moth orchid to see if it needs watering Overwatering is the most common way to kill orchids. Usually orchids are potted in either sphagnum moss or bark chips which both work well but need slightly different care.