Thrips & Rot WON'T Win! My Battle to Revive a Precious Cattleya Orchid🤞🏼 Reset Repot #ninjaorchids

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In this orchid care video, join me on the patio for a much-anticipated Cattleya orchid repot! My Cattleya Amethyst has been through it – battling root rot, damage from thrips, and struggling with a parent (Brassavola cucullata) known for being a very stingy root grower. You'll see the shocking condition of this once-thriving orchid and my strategy for saving a dying orchid.
Discover the surprising new root growth on this stressed Cattleya hybrid despite brown pseudobulbs and a rhizome affected by issues. I'll walk you through the entire orchid repotting process, including cleaning orchid roots, assessing damage, and deciding to separate the plant into multiple pieces.
Will this Cattleya Amethyst bounce back? I'm pushing the limits, even attempting to revive a "zombie rhizome" with a viable root – inspired by my successful Brassavola tuberculata comeback! Learn about the challenges of Cattleya root growth, the impact of thrips on orchids, and why proper orchid winter care is crucial.
I'm potting these pieces in different setups – the main section in LECA for semi-hydro orchid care, and another "zombie" piece in lava rock, similar to mounted orchid conditions. Find out why I'm taking this approach to prevent further spread of pests and maximize their chances of survival.
But wait, there's a surprise update! Just two weeks later, one piece is showing orchid buds! Should I let them bloom or snip them off to conserve energy for recovery? Let me know your thoughts in the comments!
This video is packed with orchid recovery tips, Cattleya care secrets, and a candid look at the highs and lows of orchid growing. Whether you're dealing with sick orchids, orchid pests, or simply want to learn more about advanced orchid care, this is for you! #orchids #orchidee #orchideen #orchideenpflege #orquideas #tips #tricks #tipsandtricks #tutorial #care #guide
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