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title: "Hi! I’m pretty new to plant care and just got my first orchid. How…"
description: "Hi! I’m pretty new to plant care and just got my first orchid. How would you recommend watering it? Should I do 1/4 a cup weekly or water until it drains from…"
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# Hi! I’m pretty new to plant care and just got my first orchid. How…

_Posted by Cat on 2025-08-24_

Hi! I’m pretty new to plant care and just got my first orchid. How would you recommend watering it? Should I do 1/4 a cup weekly or water until it drains from the bottom?

I’m also concerned it may have some root rot! Is there anything I should do to treat it?

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## 6 comments

### Victoria Maddison commented on 2025-08-24

Change it from soil to orchid bark, orchids can’t breathe in soil and the roots will rot easily without enough airflow. Do this as soon as possible to save as much of the roots as you can. If I were you I would look up orchid repotting videos and informational videos on orchid care on YouTube, there’s a couple great creators out there that have helped me a lot!

#### Victoria Maddison replied on 2025-08-24

As for watering, you’ll want to water thoroughly only when the roots have turned from green to silver.

#### Cat replied on 2025-08-24

Thank you so much!

#### Jen replied on 2025-08-25

It’s also helpful to use a clear plastic pot specifically made for orchids, they have holes or slits to provide the airflow that these plants need. Be aware that some phalaenopsis may react with a little bit of shock to repotting, and for this reason, some people prefer to wait until after your blooms have dropped to repot.

### Michelle’s Hobby commented on 2025-09-09

I agree with all these comments. Got lucky!!

#### Michelle’s Hobby replied on 2025-09-09

Good

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