Choose from two Orchid Bark variants for the perfect blend to encourage new foliage and luscious flowers. All orders come with FREE UK DELIVERY, along with the ability to email THE HOUSEPLANT DOCTOR with your Orchid-related questions! 🪴📦

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Name: Orchid Potting Mixes
Price: 5.75 GBP
Availability: InStock

Over time, your Orchid Bark will begin to degrade and gradually lose its ability to hold vital nutrients. Why not give your flowering friend a new lease of life with our peat-free, sustainably-sourced Orchid Mixes? There are two mixes you can choose from, based on the root requirements of different Orchids. If you don't know which is right for you, feel free to reach out to us via this link!

Mix 1

Mix 1 contains just medium-grade bark to encourage better air flow within the rootball and pot itself. The average diameter of a Mix 1 bark fragment is 1-1.8cm, which will allow small air pockets to harvest oxygen for the roots to benefit from.

This Mix is Great for:

Moth Orchids - Phalaenopsis (Common Superrmarket/Garden Centre Orchids)
Cymbidium (Boat Orchids)
Dendrobium
Paphiopedilums (Slipper Orchids)
Phragmipedium
Vanilla Orchids
Epidendrum

Mix 2

The second mix comprises a perfect blend of Coir, Perlite, Bark & Vermiculite to aid further growth to all other Orchids like Dendrobiums, Cambria, Oncidiums, etc. This group of Orchids prefer to have 40% bark, with 50% Coconut Coir base, and 10% perlite. If you'd like to have a slightly different balance made for a specific Orchid of yours, write this in the "Delivery Note to Us" section above!

This Mix is Great for:

Bulbophyllum
Cattleya
Dracula
Jewel Orchids (Ludisia discolor, Anoectochilus, Macodes petola)
Masdevallia
Maxillaria
Zygopetalum

Quick Facts

Free Delivery (Within 3 - 5 working days, U.K. postage only)
Peat-free & eco-friendly packaging
Pomotes strong roots and fantastic air circulation
Comes in a resealable bag to keep the Bark fresh for at least eighteen months
Includes a Step-by-Step Guide on repotting AND a 50% off voucher for a 1-1 Plant-Advice Call! (Both via email).

Sizes

Don't know the size of your new pot yet? Simply measure your current pot's top diameter to find the perfect amount of Bark you'll need for repotting. Alternatively, you can purchase an 'Orchid Repotting Kit' that'll include this Bark, a transparent pot & saucer, AND a free bottle of Baby Bio Orchid Feed! You'll be 'barking' made not to!

Size (Litres)	Ideal for...
1L	15cm pots or smaller
4L	16cm - 20cm pots
10L	21cm - 25cm pots
25L	26cm pots & larger (or multiple smaller repottings)

Background Information

For the last six years, we have been formulating composts for our houseplants, balancing the critical ingredients for different groups (Bonsai, Bulbs, Cacti, Tropicals, etc.), with varying ratios of compost, perlite, grit & sand. We believe that a well-structured soil is critical for maximising both the root and foliar growth performance. We source the compost from well-respected companies in the U.K., which has tight restrictions over quality control & environmental regulations/promises.

Checklist for a Successful Repotting:

Ensure the new pot has drainage holes in its bottom. No matter how good a compost is, you're always running the risk of root rot if water begins to accumulate in the pot's base.
Respect the roots. 'Transplant Shock' is a common issue among heavy-handed transplants, so always be delicate and try not to over-touch the roots or pull soil from them. You can always book a 1-1 Video Call with Joe Bagley if you're worried about transplantation.
Prune away brown or rotten roots with a clean pair of scissors, treating the plant with care throughout. Although it's normal for a houseplant to have a few rotten roots, those that have lost more than half to the disease should be kept on the drier side to life to avoid the situation worsening. Provide a brighter location, and always look out for standing water beneath its pot!

Need any help? Send us a message and we'll point you in the right direction. 😊

Transparency of Our Products

This product comprises individually-sourced components to create our quality potting mix. Its basal component, the peat-free bark fragments, is sourced by a well-established company in southern England that complies with strict garden waste management and production regulations.

All our products include recyclable packaging/materials, with deliveries made to the local Post Office or parcel depot via fully-electric transport. Our commitment is to provide good quality potting mixes to customers without causing harm to the local and wider environment.

What happens if I have too much soil left over?

All of our composts come in a resealable bag, so never worry about having a little extra left over. Simply enclose the lid and situate it in a dry, dark area away from pets and children. The soil's freshness will last at least twelve months once opened, so it's great for emergency repotting and top-ups.

Is the potting mix available to countries outside of the U.K.?

Unfortunately, our handcrafted composts are only available to those in the U.K., due to E.U. trading laws on plant-based materials. However, if you are in the U.K., expect free delivery and postage within three days of purchase!

Why trust ukhouseplants?

ukhouseplants has a rich history of excellence within the indoor plant community. Its horticulturally-trained founder, Joe Bagley, is a well-known Instagram influencer for all things green, amassing over 55K followers and 5,000+ daily website users with his easy-to-follow tips, tricks and advice. ( @ukhouseplants / ukhouseplants.com ). He has featured on BBC’s Gardeners World and BBC Radio, as well as with working alongside giants like the RHS and Dulux to promote the connection between mental health improvement and houseplants.

His carefully chosen ingredients and attention to detail within each batch of potting mix set his products apart from the rest. All soils are peat-free, handcrafted to order and always pest-free (Fungus Gnats, Soil Mites, etc.). He believes a healthy, functioning root system always starts with a nutritious, well-structured foundation that balances water retention, oxygenation and soil nutrients in perfect harmony. Why not treat your green pal to his top-quality potting mixes; the best sub-terrain companions on the internet? 🪴

Will this compost help reduce the risk of root rot?

Any good compost will only hold a certain volume of water before dripping the excess through the drainage holes. With this in mind, you're most likely going to cause root rot by watering the plant too often instead of the exact amount of water per drink.

Here's an example. It's far better to water the plant 7L in one go once a week, as supposed to 1L per day for the entire week. The roots won't be able to access the oxygen within the soil, which is critical for reducing the development of root rot. Like bubbles in an ocean, the air will rise when the potting mix is wet, so it's essential to allow the soil to dry slightly between drinks to regain the oxygen.

Our Repotting Kits are designed to maximise both the air circulation and soil structure around your plant's roots, meaning that it'll have the very best conditions for optimal growth. Remember not to water the soil too frequently, and your little friend will very much enjoy his new home!

What happens once I purchase this potting mix?

We'll send you a confirmation email with the purchase's receipt, along with a Step-by-Step Guide on repotting/sowing the seeds. You can then refer to the guide once your compost arrives! 😊

Have any more questions about this product?

Send us an email via this link to ask any further queries you may have about our composts! 😊

Orchid Potting Mixes