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What Do Red Root Tips On An Orchid Mean? Why Your Orchid Has A Red Root Tip, & Should You Be Worried?
Anyone who has ever grown an orchid before is familiar with the silvery-grey appearance typical of normal, if dry, orchid roots. Then, of course, every orchid grower knows the feeling of satisfaction upon witnessing those roots turn from silvery-grey to bright green after a much needed drink of water. However, when you notice your orchid's roots have suddenly turned an unfamiliar color, it can be a bit jarring, especially if that color happens to be an angry, fiery-looking red. Well, relax because in this post, I am going to explain that, while the color itself may look alarming, things are not always what they seem. Let's take a closer look…
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Why Has My Orchid Suddenly Changed Color? The Mystery Of Color Changing Orchids
A Color Cornucopia of Orchids There are a couple of times throughout the year when an innocent walk through a garden center at the local home improvement store, Walmart, or even grocery store, becomes an exercise in self-restraint and willpower -- for me, that time is orchid season. When fresh orchids are delivered and prominently displayed in garden centers everywhere, it can feel like walking through an art museum - or a gauntlet designed to test the willpower - impossible to just pass by without stopping, gawking at, and sometimes, buying one of these all natural "works of art." Dendrobiums and phalaenopsises of every color jockey for attention, hanging out…
