Orchids Pots Plastic pots are preferred for these plants, which need moisture but also must have excellent drainage. These special mediums are sold under the species names of each com variety, or you can mix your own. Special Equipment Orchid repotting is not difficult or much different from the techniques used for other plants, but the supplies you will need are specific for this family of exotic flowering plants.

Variations It is important to know what kind of orchid you have, since there is a preferred potting mix for each species. There are culture tips and supply houses on line, so you can easily get the exact tools that you will need. There may be other minor differences as well, but the basics are fairly standard. Orchids often grow in trees, and their roots also perform. Clear or White Pots for Orchids. The pots should be wider in diameter than the upper central part of the plant, so it will not hang over the edges, but just barely; the root ball should not be crowded but should almost fill the new container.

These can be ordered in sizes from 2" in diameter up to 10", for older plants.