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Because charcoal can allow air passing through compared to soil. The idea is to allow the the internal part of the root to dry and prevent them rot.
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Why are orchids grown in charcoal?
good ventilation and disease resistent Answer In addition to the above the Orchids grown in bark or spaghnum moss with charcoal through it are usually epiphytes therefore they would not grow in soil as excellent drainage is required.
How much charcoal to put in your houseplant soil?
The mix I use to pot my orchids in is about 50 percent activated charcoal.
Why do orchids need to be placed in a tree?
Not all Orchids need to grow on trees, only the epiphytes, terrestiall Orchids grow in the soil.
How long does it take to grow everglades orchids?
how many orchids are there in the world
Do crystals grow faster on a sponge or on charcoal?
they grow faster on charcoal
What discovery allowed gardners to to grow orchids in greenhouses?
The wealthy began growing orchids in the midninteenth century in greenhouses to mimic native conditions. They had to learn to have ventilation to best grow the orchids.
What type of flowers grow in the everglades?
some types of flowers are orchids and bromeliads
Can orchids grow on coconut husk?
less ephilyte orchids are often grown on coconut husk
Why the orchids not grow tall and healthy?
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Why orchids not grow tall and healthy?
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Where do Asian orchids grow?
Somewhere in Thailand
Do orchids grow singly?
hibiscus, and morning glory grow singly
