{"product_id":"orchid-mix-rocky-point-30-l","title":"ORCHID MIX ROCKY POINT 30 L","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" id=\"c1-id-8\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003e\u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-9\"\u003eRocky Point Orchid Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e is a lightweight, coarse and free-draining growing medium specially formulated for orchids that require excellent \u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-10\"\u003eairflow around their roots and rapid drainage\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is suitable for both \u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-11\"\u003eepiphytic and terrestrial orchids\u003c\/strong\u003e and is used by professional orchid growers. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" id=\"c1-id-12\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"c1-id-13\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" id=\"c1-id-14\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"c1-id-15\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003e?? Suitable orchids\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp id=\"c1-id-16\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003eIt is suitable for many commonly grown orchid varieties, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul id=\"c1-id-17\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"c1-id-18\"\u003e\u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-19\"\u003ePhalaenopsis (Moth Orchids)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"c1-id-20\"\u003e\u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-21\"\u003eCattleya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"c1-id-22\"\u003e\u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-23\"\u003eDendrobium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"c1-id-24\"\u003e\u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-25\"\u003eOncidium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"c1-id-26\"\u003e\u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-27\"\u003eCymbidium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"c1-id-28\"\u003eOther orchids requiring an open, well-aerated growing medium. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" id=\"c1-id-29\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"c1-id-30\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"c1-id-31\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003e? Key benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul id=\"c1-id-32\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"c1-id-33\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-34\"\u003eExcellent drainage\u003c\/strong\u003e – helps prevent waterlogging around delicate orchid roots. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"c1-id-35\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-36\"\u003eExcellent aeration\u003c\/strong\u003e – the open structure allows air to reach the roots. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"c1-id-37\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-38\"\u003eLightweight\u003c\/strong\u003e – suitable for long-term growing in pots and containers. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"c1-id-39\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-40\"\u003eLong-term growing medium\u003c\/strong\u003e – designed to maintain a suitable structure around orchid roots. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"c1-id-41\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-42\"\u003eAdded trace elements and minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e to support plant growth. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"c1-id-43\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-44\"\u003eAdded granular wetting agent\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping the mix accept water more evenly. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"c1-id-45\"\u003eSuitable for \u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-46\"\u003eindoor and outdoor orchids\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on the variety and growing conditions. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"c1-id-47\"\u003eUsed by \u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-48\"\u003eprofessional orchid growers\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" id=\"c1-id-49\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"c1-id-50\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"c1-id-51\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"contents\" id=\"c1-id-57\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"c1-id-58\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"c1-id-59\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003e?? How to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp id=\"c1-id-60\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003eRocky Point states that the mix is \u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-61\"\u003eready to use straight from the bag\u003c\/strong\u003e, so additional material does not need to be added when potting. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" id=\"c1-id-62\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"c1-id-63\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp id=\"c1-id-64\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003eFor repotting:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col id=\"c1-id-65\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"c1-id-66\"\u003eSelect a pot that comfortably accommodates the orchid's root system and has \u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-67\"\u003eadequate drainage holes\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"c1-id-68\"\u003eRemove the orchid from its old pot. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"c1-id-69\"\u003eRemove old growing media and any soft or dead roots. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"c1-id-70\"\u003ePlace a small amount of Orchid Mix in the bottom of the pot. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"c1-id-71\"\u003ePosition the orchid appropriately in the centre. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"c1-id-72\"\u003eGently work the Orchid Mix between and around the roots. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"c1-id-73\"\u003eFill to approximately \u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-74\"\u003e10 mm below the top of the pot\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"c1-id-75\"\u003ePress the mix down gently rather than compacting it heavily. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"c1-id-76\"\u003eWater lightly. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"c1-id-77\"\u003ePlace the orchid somewhere \u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-78\"\u003ewell ventilated\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" id=\"c1-id-79\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"c1-id-80\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"c1-id-81\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003e?? Growing position\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp id=\"c1-id-82\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003eFor indoor orchids, Rocky Point recommends a \u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-83\"\u003ewell-ventilated position\u003c\/strong\u003e. Many orchids prefer \u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-84\"\u003efiltered light and periods of shade\u003c\/strong\u003e, although the exact light requirement depends on the variety. Too much direct light can cause problems, while insufficient light can reduce flowering. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" id=\"c1-id-85\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"c1-id-86\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp id=\"c1-id-87\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003eFor outdoor planting, choose a \u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-88\"\u003eshady, well-ventilated location away from hot direct sun\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" id=\"c1-id-89\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"c1-id-90\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"c1-id-91\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003e?? Product size\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp id=\"c1-id-92\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003e\u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-93\"\u003eRocky Point Orchid Mix is available in a 30 L bag.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is certified to \u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-94\"\u003eAustralian Standard AS 3743 as a Regular Grade Potting Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" id=\"c1-id-95\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"c1-id-96\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"c1-id-97\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003e?? Other uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp id=\"c1-id-98\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003eThe coarse, well-drained nature of the mix also makes it useful for \u003cstrong id=\"c1-id-99\"\u003ebromeliads\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly varieties that benefit from a coarse growing medium with good drainage. 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