Westland Orchid Potting Mix Enriched with Seramis Healthy Growth 4L 2.7kgWestland Orchid Potting Mix is ideal for healthy growth and abundant flowering. With the perfect blend of sermais granules as well as pine bark for airflow and drainage.Features: Essential nutrients for healthy growthSpecialist blendContains water-retaining SeramisWhy Use:Contains unique Seramis granules for optimum water and nutrient availabilityAdded pine bark for airflow & drainage resulting in healthier root developmentWhat to ExpectHealthy roots due to controlled water retention, and no compaction at the bottom of the pot due to large open structureWhen to Use:Spring/SummerHow to Use:Potting and re-pottingChoose a pot with just enough room for the roots.Fill one-third of the pot with orchid potting mix. Place the orchid in the pot and carefully spread out the roots. Gently hold the plant by its stem and fill around the roots. Tap the pot to settle the potting mix–do not firm down.Orchids may need anchoring in the pot with a stick or with wireRe-pot just after flowering or during the period when new growth and new roots appearRemove dead and shrivelled roots but leave potting mix attached to healthy plump white roots. Do not worry if a few roots grow outside the pot—re-pot, only when growth starts to, sufferFeeding:During the growing and flowering season, feed your plants with Westland Orchid Feed diluted in rainwaterFeed every second watering in the active growing season (spring/summer) and every fourth watering in the winterWateringOrchid roots will rot easily if they are kept in wet conditions. It is therefore essential to water sparingly, ideally once a week.Westland Orchid Water is a great option to feed and water orchid plants. Just 2 capfuls a week will help keep orchid plants healthy and flowering for longerOrchids prefer high air humidity. Applying Westland Orchid Mist spray 1-2 times a week to the aerial roots and foliage will help replicate the plants natural growing environmentWatering:Orchid roots will rot easily if they are kept in wet conditions. It is therefore essential to water sparingly, ideally once a week.Westland Orchid Water is a great option to feed and water orchid plants. Just 2 capfuls a week will help keep orchid plants healthy and flowering for longerOrchids prefer high air humidity. Applying Westland Orchid Mist spray 1-2 times a week to the aerial roots and foliage will help replicate the plants natural growing environmentTips for Better Results:Orchids need bright but filtered light so it’s best to avoid placing them in direct sunlightDifferent species of orchid require different temperatures, so choose a suitable room in the house depending on the type of orchid you are growingMost orchids require a rest period during winter when watering and feeding should be reducedGeneral Advice:Use in a well-ventilated place and avoid breathing in dustAlways wear gloves when gardening and wash hands after useNot suitable for Ericaceous (lime hating) plantsStore in a dry, frost-free place away from weed killers and other garden chemicalsReseal bag after usePackage Contains:  Westland Orchid Potting Mix, 4L