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Daltons Premium Orchiata Classic (No.9)

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Daltons Premium Orchiata Classic (No.9)

Grade: 6-9mm

New Zealand’s unique climate coupled with the growth characteristics of New Zealand Pinus Radiata trees creates a tough, long-lasting bark that produces superior orchid substrates.

  • 100%natural aged bark.
  • Solid bark particles resistant to chipping and composting.
  • Lengthens repotting time.
  • Used by leading commercial orchid growers.

 


Daltons Premium Orchiata Classic (No.9) is ideal for orchids that prefer a little more water including:

  • Paphiopedium
  • Phragmipedium
  • Cymbidium
  • Miltoniopsis
  • Dendrobium

 

This product is processed from a natural resource. If fungi from the Penicillium genus appears, it will not harm or damage plants.

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How to use

  1. Place a thin layer of Orchiata in the bottom of the pot.
  2. Position the plant in the middle with the roots below the rim.
  3. Gently place Orchiata around the roots without leaving any space. Tap pot lightly to settle.
  4. Water directly onto Orchiata.
  5. Use an orchid fertiliser at recommended rates.

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