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How to Revive a Rotting Orchid: A Step-by-Step Guide
Orchids are delicate yet stunning plants that thrive with proper care. But overwatering, poor drainage, or chemical fertilizers can cause root rot. If your orchid is looking weak or yellow, don’t give up yet! This step-by-step guide shows you exactly how to bring it back to life—with just one spoon of a simple ingredient.
Step 1: Remove All Rotten Roots
Carefully inspect and trim:
Take the orchid out of its pot
Cut off any dark, mushy, or smelly roots using sterilized scissors
Only leave firm, white or green roots
➡️ This stops the rot and stimulates new root growth.
Step 2: Disinfect with Baking Soda Solution
Natural treatment to stop bacteria:
Mix 1 teaspoon of baking soda in 2 liters of water
Soak the roots in the solution for 10 minutes
Let the roots air dry before repotting
✅ Baking soda helps kill bacteria and fungi safely.
Step 3: Repot with Dry Sterilized Moss
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