Repotting the Oncidiums! Replacing Sphagnum with Inorganic Media!

Hi Everyone, it's Annabel, welcome back to my channel! Today we are filming the last of the Oncidium repots! I've been converting all my orchids that were in self-watering with sphagnum into new inorganic mixes with pumice, LECA and Synthic, with a top layer of RHS Alpine Horticultural grit. V Product links below V This combination seems to eliminate dry top layer issues and provides me with a self-watering system for the Oncis that will eliminate the need for yearly repots. This follows on from my inorganic media trials and repots. There is a playlist including all the videos contributing to this decision on my channel, so if you have questions about the reasoning then check out those previous videos. Inorganic Media Trials and Repots Playlist Link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL76ceLYvhJsue7RVoR3DdbkQCoXz_sArB I will update this in a series, so if you are viewing later then check my inorganic media playlist for future updates :-) Thanks for watching! Check out my Teespring for Orchid Print Clothing + Merch! https://teespring.com/stores/the-orchid-room Products Used + More Information Below: My Orchid Room Temps- 18-30C Humidity 60-75%. Artificial lighting supplemented with daylight. Inorganic Media: RHS Alpine Horticultural grit- non wicking pebble top layer : https://amzn.to/2PDzPQA LECA - Canna Aqua Brand: https://amzn.to/2Z5sPPy or IKEA Pumice : Medium grade ~10mm LAVA-LITE : https://amzn.to/34C14PY Synthic: UK supplier http://www.dartfrog.co.uk/epiweb/ Seramis : https://amzn.to/2QdyP59 Organic media: Sphagnum moss by Besgrow Orchiata bark Perlite: https://amzn.to/2Z3PBY7 (I mix heavily with moss) Lighting Cool white LAP '4000K' under cabinet lighting- Screwfix https://www.screwfix.com/p/lap-ykt5bf1-l110-t5-led-linear-linkable-cabinet-striplight-cool-white-15w-1112mm/5137r#product_additional_details_container GEMMA 50w LED modular COB grow lights: https://www.gemma-led.com/cob-grow-light-50w-watt GEMMA 100w LED COB plant light: https://www.gemma-led.com/cob-plant-light-100w-watt GEMMA have kindly provided a 10% off discount code for anyone who is interested in purchasing any of their lights! This is valid until 01/01/21. Just pop OrchidRoom in at the checkout :-) Mars Hydro TS600 for Vandas/ High light orchids MARSHYDRO TS600 Amazon Links: US:https://amzn.to/2Jolq7s CA:https://amzn.to/2MSn3MI UK:https://amzn.to/2lXpH91 DE:https://amzn.to/2BLoPJn Shelving Wire shelving, Hartleys direct: https://www.hartleysdirect.com/hartleys-180cm-5-tier-adjustable-wire-shelving-unit.html Metal shelving IKEA: https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/products/storage-furniture/shelving-units-systems/mulig-shelving-unit-white-art-60224163/ Pots DIY Self watering pots, DIY Semi hydro pots DIY Self watering pots made with IKEA Nekjon outer mask https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/products/decoration/plants-pots-stands/nejkon-plant-pot-white-art-80285792/ and various 15cm clear internal orchid pot Wick for self watering pots: https://amzn.to/2sMuWM7 DIY semi hydro pots, various brands. Square pots used from https://www.oasishomeandhobby.co.uk/searchanise/result?q=acrylic+cube with semi hydro holes drilled in for reservoir. Self watering pots with water level gauge: Lechuza mini deltini: https://amzn.to/2sKHuny or other brand: https://amzn.to/2S5o4UL Mini USB fans from Amazon: https://amzn.to/2Z9zpon Vanda baskets purchased from Roellke Orchideen and Peter White Orchid accessories Find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/annabel.minton/ Be sure to look out for more care tutorials to follow!