Habenaria Unpotting Video

Why, When and How to Unpot your Habenaria. 

   It may be too late for some of you.  If they have already sprouted, unpotting can be risky, especially if they are crowded in the pot.

   Risky, not impossible! And worth a try as long as they aren't too much of a tangled mess.  Even just potting that tangled mess without separating into a pot with extra room.  They will appreciate the room, and maybe even sort themselves out when the new tubers develop.  But I highly recommend repotting every year.  It's worth it.

   I can say that in my collection, everything is sprouting earlier this year.  Luckily, I unpot as soon as possible after they go dormant.  

   For most of you, now is probably a good time to get them unpotted and repotted or bagged so you can pot up when they sprout!  Each species and hybrid has it's own schedule, and the best way to deal with new plants is to use the baggie method.  That way you can see when they are ready to grow! 

• Unpotting before they sprout is important, because there is a big risk in damaging the growth tip.

• Repotting is important, because they need room to grow!