Lava Rock for Orchids in Semi Hydro | How does it work? Limitations | Best Practices #ninjaorchids

#lavarock #semihydro #orchids Semi Hydroponics relies heavily on media that has wicking properties so that the moisture in the reservoir wicks up throughout the pot, evenly distributing water and nutrients. However, I use lava rock as a media for semi hydroponics, but lava rock does not have wicking capabilities! So, how is it possible to make lava rock work as inorganic media in a semi hydro set up without the roots being deprived of water and nutrients, long term. Does pot size make a difference when using lava rock for orchids in semi hydro? Can lava rock work for orchids in a semi hydro set up? Are there any disadvantages to using lava rock for orchids in a semi hydroponic set up? #orchideen #orquideas #orchidcare #beginners #inorganic #media 🌸 Make this channel work for you! I am very open to any comments or questions, this video may have brought up. Feel free to ask away and know that I will get back to you as soon as possible! Also, if you have any suggestions that you would like me to address in a video, mention them in the comments below and I will be happy to film a personalized video under the series 'Subscribers Inspire'! 🌸 If it is the first time for you, on my channel... Welcome!! Consider subscribing for continued insights into my orchid growing journey, I would really appreciate it :) THANK YOU FOR SUBSCRIBING HERE:    / ninja_orchids   BECOME AN ORCHID NINJA HERE + PERKS:    / @ninjaorchids   FOREVER BLOOMS, HERE: https://teespring.com/stores/ninja-or... 🌸 INSTAGRAM: @ninja_orchids EMAIL: [email protected] PAYPAL: paypal.me/ninjaorchids 🌸 CHAPTERS: 00:00 - How to pot up orchids in lava rock and semi hydro set up 00:28 - Introduction to potting up orchids in lava rock and semi hydro set up 02:09 - Why using lava rock in a semi hydro set up is feasible 03:36 - How to clean and sterilize lava rock before potting up orchids 10:05 - How to choose the right pot size for potting up orchids in lava rock and semi hydro 12:11 - What are the main disadvantages of potting up orchids in lava rock and semi hydro 🌸 My environment: Mediterranean climate, hot summers / mild winters 45% - 85% humidity, with regular airflow Summer temperature range: 20ºC-35ºC Winter temperature range, exterior: 5ºC-20ºC Winter temperature range, interior: 16ºC-23ºC 🌸 Music: Get Tough - TrackTribe Thumbnail / Outro Image: Bodum.westernscandinavia.org 🌸 Orchid growing supplies: Pots Outer Mask: Artevasi - https://amzn.to/32iBKj5 Pots Inner Pot: TeraPlast - https://amzn.to/3uT9jEQ Orchitop: https://amzn.to/33lely1 Media: Siro Leca, Lava Rock 2cm-4cm, Besgrow Sphagnum Moss, Perlite, Seramis, Akadama Water: Reverse Osmosis - https://amzn.to/32li2n0 Fertilizer: https://amzn.to/3xhYmPb CalMag - https://amzn.to/3dkJCqO https://amzn.to/2QwXGog KelpMax - https://amzn.to/3eeqRES Silicone - https://amzn.to/3tofMHq Insecticidal Soap: https://amzn.to/3mTrPKi Insecticide: https://amzn.to/32mgUzG Fungicide: https://amzn.to/2Qulauf General PPM: 300 Summer, or in active growth 150 Winter, RO Water and KelpMax only https://amzn.to/3tqjFM8 General PH: 5.8 / 6.3 https://amzn.to/3x4Csiq Hygrometer: BADLR Wireless with Exterior Sensor - https://amzn.to/3tr9RS7 🌸 My equipment: DJI Osmo Pocket - https://amzn.to/3agNZkM Saramonic SR-XM1 - https://amzn.to/3mQx2mm PGYTECH, DJI Osmo Pocket - https://amzn.to/3e2NBaE https://amzn.to/3nPHlaC iMac - https://amzn.to/2QqArvY Editing Software: iMovie