If your orchid is looking weak, yellow, or lifeless, don’t throw it away just yet! With the right care—and one simple ingredient—you can bring it back to life. This step-by-step guide will help you revive rotting orchids and enjoy blooms all year round.
Step 1: Remove All Rotten Roots
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Gently take the orchid out of its pot.
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Inspect the roots carefully.
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Cut off any dark, mushy, or smelly roots using sterilized scissors.
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Keep only firm, white, or green roots.
✨ This stops the rot and encourages new root growth.
Step 2: Disinfect with Baking Soda Solution
Purpose: Kill harmful bacteria and fungi naturally.
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Mix 1 teaspoon baking soda into 2 liters of water.
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Soak the roots for 10 minutes.
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Let the roots air dry completely before repotting.
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Step 3: Repot with Dry Sterilized Moss
