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Description
Orchiata Bark 6–9 mm is a premium-grade orchid substrate, renowned globally for its superior quality and performance. Sourced from sustainable New Zealand Pinus Radiata bark, this substrate is aged—not composted—to ensure longevity and structural integrity.
The 6–9 mm particle size is specifically tailored for young orchids, making it an excellent choice for second potting stages. Additionally, it's suitable for aroids and bromeliads, providing optimal support for their unique root systems.
Features
Premium Quality: Crafted from 100% pure New Zealand Pinus Radiata bark, ensuring a consistent and natural product.
Optimal Particle Size: The 6–9 mm granules are ideal for young orchids and serve well during the second potting phase.
Aged for Stability: Unlike composted bark, Orchiata is aged to maintain its structure over several years, reducing the frequency of repotting.
pH Balanced: Naturally balanced with a pH range of 5.5–6.5, promoting healthy root development.
Beneficial Microorganisms: The aging process encourages the growth of beneficial microbes that help suppress pathogens.
Excellent Moisture Management: Holds water and nutrients on the outer surface while allowing excess to drain, preventing root rot.
Eco-Friendly: Harvested from renewable, managed forests in New Zealand, reflecting a commitment to environmental sustainability.
Why You Should Buy
Choosing Orchiata Bark 6–9 mm means investing in the long-term health and vitality of your orchids, aroids, and bromeliads. Its stable structure minimizes the need for frequent repotting, saving you time and effort. The bark's natural pH balance and moisture management capabilities create an optimal environment for root development, leading to more robust and resilient plants. Furthermore, the presence of beneficial microorganisms enhances disease resistance, ensuring your plants thrive. By selecting Orchiata, you're also supporting sustainable practices, as it's sourced from responsibly managed forests.
FAQs
Is this official Orchiata Pine Bark? Yes, we source this product from an authorized distributor. We then repackage it into our own bags for all sizes except the 35L bags.
Is Orchiata Bark ready to use straight from the bag? Yes, Orchiata Bark is pre-aged and does not require any additional preparation before use.
How often will I need to repot my plants with Orchiata Bark? Due to its aged and stable nature, Orchiata Bark maintains its structure for several years, reducing the frequency of repotting compared to other substrates.
Can I use Orchiata Bark for plants other than orchids? Absolutely! While it's specifically graded for young orchids, Orchiata Bark 6–9 mm is also suitable for aroids, bromeliads, and other epiphytic plants that benefit from well-aerated substrates.
Will the bark's pH affect my plants? Orchiata Bark is naturally pH balanced between 5.5 and 6.5, which is ideal for most orchids and similar plants, promoting healthy growth.
What if I notice a whitish-grey layer on the bark? A fine layer of beneficial fungi, such as Penicillium or Paecilomyces, may appear. These fungi are not harmful; in fact, they help prevent the colonization of pathogenic fungi, contributing to a healthier root environment.
Pretty impressed. In the two products I’ve ordered from here (this being one of them) I was pleasantly surprised by the quality and attention to detail.
For something so simple it seems decent soil ingredients are hard to find in Bunnings and Perth in general (from my experience) so I was quite ecstatic when this showed up alright and not overly moist/wet like others I’ve tried.
You can tell these guys are real plant lovers and care about what they do. My one critique I guess is how many emails they send. There’s already so many promotional emails & it feels like they sent a million “how was your order” emails after finishing. I ended up putting them on mute because it gave me a headache. Love y’all tho
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Jock Grey
Good product
Delivery was prompt, good communication from the store, and the product I received was as pretty as a bag of bark can be. The complimentary sachet of rooting powder was a nice addition.
At over $15 I that the delivery fee was a little steep though
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Terri
Great service
Good communication and quick to receive quality products!
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Norton Fitzgerald
Great service
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JOHN
Thanks for my order. It arrived in good time and condition. I had been trying to obtain this product for some time so was very pleased to happen upon your product.
So thanks very much again.
Great stuff, i use it straight or add a little organic to it for all my cacti now. No issues with rot ever! Thank you
Thanks Steven! Awesome to hear the Gritmix is keeping your cacti happy and rot-free. Appreciate you sharing your tips—cheers for the kind words and support!
Definitely a great product and good advice from customer service. 👍
Thanks Ned! Glad you’re seeing positive results with the Root Roids Boost. Appreciate the shoutout for the advice too—always here to help! Cheers for the review!
Used it for an aeroid mix I made from their aeroid mix bundle. I needed an extra bag of orchid bark for the mix so I ordered one in its own. Works great and so far plants are growing
Thanks Nat! Stoked you’re happy with the bark and your aroids are loving the mix. Appreciate you sharing your experience and glad the plants are thriving. Cheers for the support!
Awesome stuff, use it as an amendment in my worm farm and for my potted plants to add nutrients to depleted potting soil.
Thanks Paul! Great to hear the basalt rock dust is working wonders in your worm farm and pots. Love a bit of nutrient boost! Appreciate you sharing how you use it—cheers for the support!