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title: "Hiya! I got this mini phal from trader joes. I was wondering when do…"
description: "Hiya! I got this mini phal from trader joes. I was wondering when do you guys normally repot orchids? This one is currently still blooming but it's in a weird…"
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community: "The Orchid Oasis"
author: "Star"
published: "2026-02-27T02:47:04.990975Z"
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# Hiya! I got this mini phal from trader joes. I was wondering when do…

_Posted by Star on 2026-02-27_

Hiya! I got this mini phal from trader joes. I was wondering when do you guys normally repot orchids? This one is currently still blooming but it's in a weird plug.. im anxious about the root but I also don't want it to go into shock. Do you guys repot immediately or do you guys wait? 🥺 please help this first time orchid owner

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## 4 comments

### Jen commented on 2026-02-27

I always wait until new orchids are done reblooming to repot- UNLESS there is something drastic going on, like pests, or if you see obvious signs of root rot. Those plugs from the nursery are not ideal, and I would watch that you don’t keep the roots constantly wet in that compacted medium. Otherwise- the plant should be fine until the flowers are finished.

#### Star replied on 2026-02-27

Thank you!! All I can see from the surface of the clear liner is maybe 1 dying root, the other roots still look healthy and green

#### Jen replied on 2026-02-27

Is there an interior clear plastic pot inside the decorative outer one?

### Star commented on 2026-02-28

Yes! So I can kinda see what's going on

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