wow..so many rude comments..ppl need to just accept it works for you and they can try it out. I have a few Orchid in water and is doing beautifully..Thnx Daryl for sharing your experience.
I have been trying water culture orchids for about 9 months and I finally have one orchid which seemingly adapted to this method. It sprouted two new leaves growing.
I bought 3 orchids on sale almost a year ago as they had no flowers. They still haven't flowered so I've been thinking about repotting them. However, after watching this I didn't want to wait any longer to go buy the proper soil? or moss? or woodchips? I couldn't believe the roots were all rotten on it, only the roots growing out of the pot is all that is left... I've got them resting on my table ... thanks for saving my plants. It feels like an ICU unit on my dining table but they all look very happy :) I'm sooo excited to see what will bloom!!!
Yay ! I found this method over a month ago. Give it more than a couple days, I saw results in a couple weeks with new roots. Old roots do grow new buds. Love the site.. Sooneaty turned me on to Sam..
A Phal from my black fingered Mum-in-law needed drastic root and leaf surgery. It responded vigorously above media but a year later continued to struggle below it. I have since put it in a 5" wide narrow waist vase with just it's longest viable root tips breaking the water surface tension while it's air roots keep it's crown well above it. It has responded magically. It's leaves are rigid, plump and very shiny, roots are questing towards the water from every direction, those established ones are going from white to a plump green and any sign of rot at their ends are clearing up. It's emerging flower spike has doubled to 2". All of that was in it's first three days of being out of any media. Very interesting.
I’m going to try this and compare it would using repotting mix I brought but not use the full amount in my orchid pots verses the orchid bark that’s commonly sold at big box stores. That also gives me some ideas for grabbing more glassware from local thrift store 😂
Interesting. without the orchid medium is how they would grow in the wild, just clinging to a tree. I'm not to sure about the 2 days submerged... Maybe 2 hours, but not two days. Again in nature the roots would never be submerged...
+Kevin Kilkenny nature has all sorts of ecosystems - in the tropics, during the rainy season, the nook of a tree could easily hold a little pool of water for several days at a time :)
+missanna208802 ...this is very true...in fact the leaves don't get wilted on a weekly basis. Now that I've actually cared for my orchids this way for a few months, the leaves have never wilted on me before I watered them again. LOL, don't compare me to that ice cube thing - I'm not a marketing scheme :P
I started using a version of this method about 2 months ago. I only soak with very weak fertilized water for 30 minutes once a week. In between soaks, I mist the roots every day or so. Since starting this method, I am seeing new root tip growth, new roots and new leaves. I was surprised to see very little root deterioration. One orchid which was in bloom, continued to bloom for 2 months. So far, I am pleased with the results.
That "floppyness" of the leaves is SEVERE WILTING, and is EXTREMELY STRESSFUL for a plant. Imagine drinking lots of water for two days and not drinking for 5. Your kidneys would suffer severe damage...I'm not a doctor, so I don't know what else would happen to a human, but I DO have a degree in botany, a master gardener certification, and have been growing orchids for over a decade so I know what I'm talking about. If you are doing this, you should water again as soon as the roots are dry (they change back to white/silvery/opaque). Plus, if you forget too many days, your plant will hit what botanists refer to as the "permanent wilt point." When a plant gets there, the cells will die and collapse, and the plant will not be able to rehydrate. (roots can also die from wilting, by the way.) The EASIEST medium for phals is chunky coir, or even the peat substitute coir in a 50/50 mix with chunky perlite in A SMALL POT. Also, if the plant has very few roots to begin with when you start this and you let it wilt, it won't be able to take up enough water and you'll loose leaves etc. COIR WORKS EXCEEDINGLY WELL for orchids in homes in 4.5" pots and smaller. I don't mean to sound like a dick, but I see these crazy ideas people have (and the ice cube thing) because they are so worried about overwatering in traditional media. All it takes is a little observation, some clear pots, or a watering stick. I truly want people to have success with growing their orchids because that adds to enjoyment and possible serious growers who could make efforts in species conservation, so I want people to succeed and have fun, but all this stuff on UA-cam makes me ill. Get a book, or several. That is the real key to orchid success.
+missanna208802 You may be a botanist, but any experienced orchid expert will tell you that there is no one media that works well for everyone. There are so many environmental factors to consider. I've never had much luck with traditional media like sphagnum moss. It has something to do with the humidity and finding the key watering times and this is hard when my environment is so sporadic. Did you know in So California we get huge drops between night and day temperatures? As much as 40 degree difference where day temps can be 90F and night temps 50F in the summer! Not to mention the humidity is very low and we often get scorching hot winds. The right watering schedule is very difficult to figure out in my situation especially if I use traditional media. That is why stuff like semi-hydro and water culture is needed because there is a reservoir of water that you can set and forget for at least a week. Otherwise we'd have to tend to our plants several times a day to make sure the media is okay.
D EL Have you been using semi-hydro or water culture for at least one year? And even better 2-3 years? if so, i am very happy that this method works for some people, in the end we all want that our orchids are happy and enjoy their flowers with minimum necessary care. I only have problem when people try a new method and make an update 1-2 month later showing how much the orchids like it! Orchids are slow growers, in order to see real effects from the media you need to test it at least for a year, judge how good the new growth was (or better the next 2), whether the orchid flowers better, develops stronger root system and so on. If the orchid didn't die in few months in a new media/culture, it doesn't mean it is good. happy growing!
@@NinaVanini yea I think that would be great if we know it more precisely, cuz so far that I know is orchid has CAM metabolism photosynthesis that mean it doesn't opening stomata to transpiration at a day. in that case orchid would only need such a few amount of optimum water. when it comes to huge amount of water, its just decrease the root ability to absorb water. there still a lot of pro and contra bout these method. so it would be good if we know it precisely, cuz no one won't risking his beloved orchid that has been took care of for such a sketchy method. nice video anyway :)
+Miguel Mendoza I think a water soluble fertilizer diluted to half strength might be suitable to use in the water about once a month during growing season...but I've only just started with this method so I don't have any experience with how the orchid will react. Check out the facebook group...I know people there have experience :)
Hi Darryl thank you so much for sharing!! I've been wanting to try growing my Orchids in water because it definitely saves in money in having to buy medium, and pots! May I ask do you fertilize them and if so, what do you use?
+Maria H. Okay, I'll work on it. For now, I'll tell you that they are doing fine: both have a new leaf growing nice and strong and both have 3-4 new roots emerging. Who knows, maybe they would be even stronger in regular medium?
Hello friend, I saw your videos on phaleanopsis cultivation in semi-água.achei well interessante.Voce could esclarer me some questions? You take all substrate phal, clean and higeaniza, puts into glass vase with water and put the phal? You leaves the direct orquidea in water and replenishes water that ends or you leave it for a while? could you please give me more details because I do not speak your language, I'm from Brazil, I trouble acompanhar.Desde already appreciate. I saw your videos on phaleanopsis cultivation in semi-água.achei well interessante.Voce could esclarer me some questions? You take all substrate phal, clean and higeaniza, puts into glass vase with water and put the phal? You let the direct orquidea in water and replenishes water that ends or you leave it for a while? could you please give me more details because I do not speak your language, I'm from Brazil, I trouble acompanhar.Desde already appreciate.
Hi Darryl, I'm a new subscriber really enjoyed the video I am thinking of doing this with my orchid it's got very saggy leaves. Do you have an update on how they turned out?
Hello... Would love to know what's the progress of your plant now ? I've just transferred one of mine o semi water culture... Am scared a bit. Also want to know what kind and how u give food in this particular technique. Thanks loads.
hi just watched your venture of semi water culture I want to know keep the water in the vase for 2-3 then empty after for how many days to wait before put a new water please help me thank you
Hey Darryl. Great videos. I've learned a lot, so thank you. My question to you is ... where did you purchase that vessel you're emptying your Phals out into in this video? I have been looking for something similar and it seems this would fit my needs. I am talking about the green tub-like item. It seems higher in the back, lower in the front and sloped on the sides. Thanks so much. ~Stephen♂♥♂
I have 4 of them and I bought them in my local nursery store in Valley Village, CA. is called mainly seconds, they are very practical, I use one for Cacti and succulents, another for orchids and the 3rd one for violets and 4th for indoor house plants, it contains everything in one area without the mess, and there is no cross contamination among species regardless of using alcohol or bleach to wipe them off. I hope you find some.
orchids have 2 sets of roots - ground and arial roots. the ground dont like air. the air dont like being in the ground. take that in mind when potting all roots together in water. would love to see an update on that.
No hate but phalaenopsis leaves can take up to a month to show stress. You shouldn't rely on the floppiness of the leaves as indication of anything, that means it's dying. They should always be firm. And the water level seems too high it shouldn't touch the base of the plant at all, not just the crown.
+François Doyon they seem to be doing alright but I don't have the best light for orchids so I think they're doing as well as they can with the amount of light they get.
+House Plant Journal Luckily Phals don't need a lot of light, but to flower they do need a bit of a "cool" treatment. That gets mine blooming all the time.
You are awful with orchids😖 water in the crown...working the media dry and with that tool! Also you really need to do more research on orchids besides a Facebook group...I just couldn’t watch anymore
wow..so many rude comments..ppl need to just accept it works for you and they can try it out. I have a few Orchid in water and is doing beautifully..Thnx Daryl for sharing your experience.
I have been trying water culture orchids for about 9 months and I finally have one orchid which seemingly adapted to this method. It sprouted two new leaves growing.
This is the most comprehensive video I’ve seen on this from someone who knows nothing about it or how to do it. Thanks for posting.
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IReally helpful video, thanks for posting!
I’m glad I found this video!
I bought 3 orchids on sale almost a year ago as they had no flowers. They still haven't flowered so I've been thinking about repotting them. However, after watching this I didn't want to wait any longer to go buy the proper soil? or moss? or woodchips? I couldn't believe the roots were all rotten on it, only the roots growing out of the pot is all that is left... I've got them resting on my table ... thanks for saving my plants. It feels like an ICU unit on my dining table but they all look very happy :)
I'm sooo excited to see what will bloom!!!
Yay ! I found this method over a month ago. Give it more than a couple days, I saw results in a couple weeks with new roots. Old roots do grow new buds. Love the site.. Sooneaty turned me on to Sam..
+Debra Lounder Awesome! Yeah, my old roots have some new buds!
+House Plant Journal you should do an update video!
I love the Quality of your Videos... Soon I will also try SWC... I am getting tired of the repotting and dead roots.
A Phal from my black fingered Mum-in-law needed drastic root and leaf surgery. It responded vigorously above media but a year later continued to struggle below it. I have since put it in a 5" wide narrow waist vase with just it's longest viable root tips breaking the water surface tension while it's air roots keep it's crown well above it. It has responded magically. It's leaves are rigid, plump and very shiny, roots are questing towards the water from every direction, those established ones are going from white to a plump green and any sign of rot at their ends are clearing up. It's emerging flower spike has doubled to 2". All of that was in it's first three days of being out of any media. Very interesting.
You rescued the orchid nicely by doing the swc. well done thanks for all the tip s too!!!
I’m going to try this and compare it would using repotting mix I brought but not use the full amount in my orchid pots verses the orchid bark that’s commonly sold at big box stores. That also gives me some ideas for grabbing more glassware from local thrift store 😂
I just wanted to thank you I've found the swc on fb I love it thank you Happy New Year 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎉🎉🎉
+Heidi Crespin You're welcome!
hi!
there thank you so for showing us such an important issue.. I will surely give it a go..
thank you
Sheetal..
Hard to listen to the music
Good video. Pleass ditch the heehaw beat lol. No music
I've seen a lot of videos about how orchids can grow in water. But my plants grow well in pots with a bark :)
Thank you so much for your video. I will give it a go and sign up on Facebook page too.
Cool! How do you handle extended absences, such as when you must travel? How do you ensure the orchids get the moisture they need?
Interesting. without the orchid medium is how they would grow in the wild, just clinging to a tree. I'm not to sure about the 2 days submerged... Maybe 2 hours, but not two days. Again in nature the roots would never be submerged...
+Kevin Kilkenny right? And in the wild, they wouldn't be getting wilted on a weekly basis either. This reminds me of the ice cube thing.
+Kevin Kilkenny nature has all sorts of ecosystems - in the tropics, during the rainy season, the nook of a tree could easily hold a little pool of water for several days at a time :)
+missanna208802 ...this is very true...in fact the leaves don't get wilted on a weekly basis. Now that I've actually cared for my orchids this way for a few months, the leaves have never wilted on me before I watered them again. LOL, don't compare me to that ice cube thing - I'm not a marketing scheme :P
I started using a version of this method about 2 months ago. I only soak with very weak fertilized water for 30 minutes once a week. In between soaks, I mist the roots every day or so. Since starting this method, I am seeing new root tip growth, new roots and new leaves. I was surprised to see very little root deterioration. One orchid which was in bloom, continued to bloom for 2 months. So far, I am pleased with the results.
Daryl, how has this worked out for you? Have you thought about a follow-up video to discuss your results?
That "floppyness" of the leaves is SEVERE WILTING, and is EXTREMELY STRESSFUL for a plant. Imagine drinking lots of water for two days and not drinking for 5. Your kidneys would suffer severe damage...I'm not a doctor, so I don't know what else would happen to a human, but I DO have a degree in botany, a master gardener certification, and have been growing orchids for over a decade so I know what I'm talking about. If you are doing this, you should water again as soon as the roots are dry (they change back to white/silvery/opaque). Plus, if you forget too many days, your plant will hit what botanists refer to as the "permanent wilt point." When a plant gets there, the cells will die and collapse, and the plant will not be able to rehydrate. (roots can also die from wilting, by the way.) The EASIEST medium for phals is chunky coir, or even the peat substitute coir in a 50/50 mix with chunky perlite in A SMALL POT. Also, if the plant has very few roots to begin with when you start this and you let it wilt, it won't be able to take up enough water and you'll loose leaves etc. COIR WORKS EXCEEDINGLY WELL for orchids in homes in 4.5" pots and smaller. I don't mean to sound like a dick, but I see these crazy ideas people have (and the ice cube thing) because they are so worried about overwatering in traditional media. All it takes is a little observation, some clear pots, or a watering stick. I truly want people to have success with growing their orchids because that adds to enjoyment and possible serious growers who could make efforts in species conservation, so I want people to succeed and have fun, but all this stuff on UA-cam makes me ill. Get a book, or several. That is the real key to orchid success.
+missanna208802 finally someone says what I was thinking about when watching all these crazy ideas on youtube!
+missanna208802
You may be a botanist, but any experienced orchid expert will tell you that there is no one media that works well for everyone. There are so many environmental factors to consider. I've never had much luck with traditional media like sphagnum moss. It has something to do with the humidity and finding the key watering times and this is hard when my environment is so sporadic. Did you know in So California we get huge drops between night and day temperatures? As much as 40 degree difference where day temps can be 90F and night temps 50F in the summer! Not to mention the humidity is very low and we often get scorching hot winds. The right watering schedule is very difficult to figure out in my situation especially if I use traditional media. That is why stuff like semi-hydro and water culture is needed because there is a reservoir of water that you can set and forget for at least a week. Otherwise we'd have to tend to our plants several times a day to make sure the media is okay.
D EL Have you been using semi-hydro or water culture for at least one year? And even better 2-3 years? if so, i am very happy that this method works for some people, in the end we all want that our orchids are happy and enjoy their flowers with minimum necessary care. I only have problem when people try a new method and make an update 1-2 month later showing how much the orchids like it! Orchids are slow growers, in order to see real effects from the media you need to test it at least for a year, judge how good the new growth was (or better the next 2), whether the orchid flowers better, develops stronger root system and so on. If the orchid didn't die in few months in a new media/culture, it doesn't mean it is good. happy growing!
missanna208802 what is coir
@@NinaVanini yea I think that would be great if we know it more precisely, cuz so far that I know is orchid has CAM metabolism photosynthesis that mean it doesn't opening stomata to transpiration at a day. in that case orchid would only need such a few amount of optimum water. when it comes to huge amount of water, its just decrease the root ability to absorb water. there still a lot of pro and contra bout these method. so it would be good if we know it precisely, cuz no one won't risking his beloved orchid that has been took care of for such a sketchy method.
nice video anyway :)
The easy way to remove the media from the roots and pots is to soak from about 5 mins . Ensure the young shoots are above water
I can't wait to try this :) thanks for the video!
Think gonna try this out...You have clearly and easily explained how this method works. What about fertilization?
+Miguel Mendoza I think a water soluble fertilizer diluted to half strength might be suitable to use in the water about once a month during growing season...but I've only just started with this method so I don't have any experience with how the orchid will react. Check out the facebook group...I know people there have experience :)
+House Plant Journal Thanks!
In the beginning I had a hard time hearing his voice over the loud music. It gets a little better but still the music is pretty loud.
😍I enjoyed your sharing 👍
Good video and info, thank you!
This is an interesting concept
Hi Darryl thank you so much for sharing!! I've been wanting to try growing my Orchids in water because it definitely saves in money in having to buy medium, and pots! May I ask do you fertilize them and if so, what do you use?
Wow...... Super.... I'm going to try.... :)
how long do u leavin themwithoutwater at first
buenas noches aunq no hablo su mismo idioma vi su video y me sus concejos son fabulosos gracias
Interesting. I would be interested to see an update.
+Maria H. Okay, I'll work on it. For now, I'll tell you that they are doing fine: both have a new leaf growing nice and strong and both have 3-4 new roots emerging. Who knows, maybe they would be even stronger in regular medium?
Where can i find that mini thing you used to untangle the root?
Hey +houseplantjournal, any chance of an update on these orchids and the semi-water technique?
Hi,can you please give link for the Facebook group, because I can't find it?Thank's.
+Violeta Ilieva search "Water Culture Orchids & General Orchid Care"
+Violeta Ilieva facebook.com/groups/1014390311907166/?fref=nf
House Plant J
Hello friend, I saw your videos on phaleanopsis cultivation in semi-água.achei well interessante.Voce could esclarer me some questions? You take all substrate phal, clean and higeaniza, puts into glass vase with water and put the phal? You leaves the direct orquidea in water and replenishes water that ends or you leave it for a while? could you please give me more details because I do not speak your language, I'm from Brazil, I trouble acompanhar.Desde already appreciate. I saw your videos on phaleanopsis cultivation in semi-água.achei well interessante.Voce could esclarer me some questions? You take all substrate phal, clean and higeaniza, puts into glass vase with water and put the phal? You let the direct orquidea in water and replenishes water that ends or you leave it for a while? could you please give me more details because I do not speak your language, I'm from Brazil, I trouble acompanhar.Desde already appreciate.
So it's been 3 years now....do you still grow orchids using this method?
Why have to wear glove when working white Moss? Thanks.
Hi Darryl, I'm a new subscriber really enjoyed the video I am thinking of doing this with my orchid it's got very saggy leaves. Do you have an update on how they turned out?
Hello... Would love to know what's the progress of your plant now ? I've just transferred one of mine o semi water culture... Am scared a bit. Also want to know what kind and how u give food in this particular technique. Thanks loads.
hi just watched your venture of semi water culture I want to know keep the water in the vase for 2-3 then empty after for how many days to wait before put a new water please help me thank you
What kind of water you are using?
Hey Darrell, do you still have these orchids?
Do you still grow orchids semi hydro? I know this video was from five years ago.
Hey Darryl. Great videos. I've learned a lot, so thank you. My question to you is ... where did you purchase that vessel you're emptying your Phals out into in this video? I have been looking for something similar and it seems this would fit my needs. I am talking about the green tub-like item. It seems higher in the back, lower in the front and sloped on the sides. Thanks so much. ~Stephen♂♥♂
I have 4 of them and I bought them in my local nursery store in Valley Village, CA. is called mainly seconds, they are very practical, I use one for Cacti and succulents, another for orchids and the 3rd one for violets and 4th for indoor house plants, it contains everything in one area without the mess, and there is no cross contamination among species regardless of using alcohol or bleach to wipe them off.
I hope you find some.
cool video awesome thanks for sharing
Water of water do you use? Sorry I don't have a Facebook account.
orchids have 2 sets of roots - ground and arial roots.
the ground dont like air.
the air dont like being in the ground.
take that in mind when potting all roots together in water.
would love to see an update on that.
Can you use tap water? Or do you have to use bottled water
hi . my phal has crown rot today i noticed a yellow leave and thats how i found out the crown rot. how do i save it!!
Hi any updates ?
How are you water culture orchids doing?
Hi, what kind of water did you use.
No hate but phalaenopsis leaves can take up to a month to show stress. You shouldn't rely on the floppiness of the leaves as indication of anything, that means it's dying. They should always be firm. And the water level seems too high it shouldn't touch the base of the plant at all, not just the crown.
What kind of water do you use for water culture
This video needs to be redone. The music is louder than the speaker. I cannot hear the directions.
+sharon Kaiser Sorry about that! If you have any specific questions, I'd be happy to answer them :)
I am having trouble finding the fb group. Can somebody share me the link?
Interesting. Your orchids seem to be thriving?
+François Doyon they seem to be doing alright but I don't have the best light for orchids so I think they're doing as well as they can with the amount of light they get.
+House Plant Journal Luckily Phals don't need a lot of light, but to flower they do need a bit of a "cool" treatment. That gets mine blooming all the time.
Hi, why do you call it SEMI water.
why didn't you just cut around the protruding root at 2:30, rather than breaking off the root? :(
+buttkiss101 Yeah, I was going to cut around it but it broke off at the first tug :(
cant find the group on Facebook
Leave them to dry 5days?
Good idea thanks
It hard to understand what you're saying with the annoying loud music!
Please edit the music off.
it would improve your video 100%.
Can u do this in winter season
Sophia Ali Asghar I would not. Better to wait till the plant is in active growing mode so you can always have roots even if you lose some.
thanks
tips mean the end of the roots, not the top of the roots.....
really bad idea, try the semi hydroponic culture for orchids with clay balls, it's fantastic
Seus vídeos poderiam ter legendas
Gosto de ver mas não entendo nada
Is it recommended to do this in winter
Too much water. You should just let the tips set in water
Turn off the music
Really, please... I cant hear talking.
Music too loud!
Big no no to the loud music. Good video
Perktheje ne Albania
A música !!!
Перчатки лайк😂😂
You should really turn off the music
Too much music.
That music was aids
You are awful with orchids😖 water in the crown...working the media dry and with that tool! Also you really need to do more research on orchids besides a Facebook group...I just couldn’t watch anymore
wow ur a man and u use gloves and a fork thing i am 13 and i use my hands .
Do I need to add feed to the water please?
Paul B you can feed them if you wish to make them grow a little faster, but the orchid should be just fine without the feed :)
greatly fabulous Thank you.😀