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title: "Just got them from an estate sale any tips or anything I need to do…"
description: "Just got them from an estate sale any tips or anything I need to do besides regular care (wasn’t sure if I need to prune anything) I’m new to orchids."
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/JmTUi1iSQr6-tX35luAMXQ/6474ef870b9b5b40a8b620c0"
community: "The Orchid Oasis"
author: "MossyVinyl"
published: "2023-05-29T18:31:35.899Z"
language: "en"
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# Just got them from an estate sale any tips or anything I need to do…

_Posted by MossyVinyl on 2023-05-29_

Just got them from an estate sale any tips or anything I need to do besides regular care (wasn’t sure if I need to prune anything) I’m new to orchids.

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## 4 comments

### MeasomerPi commented on 2023-05-29

I would check the roots and the condition of the media. They probably are due for a repot. You want to be sure the roots are getting good access to air.

Healthy roots are firm and green when wet or silver when dry. Trim any dead or dying roots (papery or thin filaments). Media should be chunky (typically bark).

My best tip is don’t be afraid of them. Phalanopsis are great plants and very forgiving as long as you don’t keep them waterlogged. Good luck!

#### MossyVinyl replied on 2023-05-29

Ok thanks will do

### Carrie commented on 2023-05-30

What a great find! They look so healthy

#### MossyVinyl replied on 2023-05-31

Ok great I thought so but I’m glad someone who knows about them think so

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