Small Orchid Bark 6-ceramic-orchid-pot_related The bark of a cork

The bark of a cork tree is carefully removed every 9 to 10 years by experienced professional harvesters and the tree then grows a new thick coat of bark

These remarkable Super Slotted Pots with side and bottom slots increase drainage and aeration around roots

This extraordinary media from New Zealand is dark and rich and comes from the bark of Pinus Radiata which does not decompose as quickly as fir bark

Knowing pH is one of the most critical factors in successful growing because that gives you insight into the water and media makeup that your orchids live on

the MINI bag and the Junior Bag

Small Orchid Bark 6-ceramic-orchid-pot_related The bark of a corkFor years fir bark has been a staple in orchid mixes. Small fir bark is especially suited to seedling mixes or in mixes for orchids with very fine roots. Fir bark breaks down more quickly in wet humid environments and as it breaks down it uses nitrogen. Fertilizer with a higher nitrogen component is required for fir bark mixes. Fir bark comes from the bark of Douglas Fir.