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20% Off All Ceramic PotsUse Code: CERAMIC
Free Shipping Over $99To the contiguous U.S.
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See the full line of our Oxygen Core Dual™ Orchid Pots:
Also available: Crystal Clear, Slotted Clear, Rigid Clear, Classic White, Green, Square, and Net Pots
Our 5.5" Oxygen Core Dual™ Pot brings a new level of logic to growing orchids in pots. It is the big brother (sister) to our 4.25" Oxygen Core Dual but with a raised inner dome. Like the 4.25", it is a two part pot with several innovations brought together to create a perfect environment for growing. The outer pot is clear but stiff walled and allows for maximum light to enter. It is domed in the center and raised up off the base on the inside for air flow and drainage. There are 16 distinct openings in the bottom for water to escape and oxygen to enter. The pot itself is raised up 1/4 inch by a reinforced perimeter band at the base and three inner feet that also serve as channels for water to drain away.
The inner core pot is a heavy duty net pot which fits down into the outer pot which has a slightly raised center dome and an air gap to exist between the pots.
The result of all these features is to create a growing environment that enhances humidity in the space between the two pots on the sides and at the bottom. Air flow is significantly improved which reduces potential root rot while increasing humidity. A further advantage of this design is that it contains the roots inside the pot by encouraging root growth "around and down" rather than over the top of the rim. Oxygen is key to happy roots and the Oxygen Core Dual Pot from rePotme is one special pot for your prized plants to thrive in.
We recommend watching the roots so that they don't become tangled between the two pots. Once the roots become well established and protrude through the inner net pot, we like to then remove the plant from the inner pot and place it in the outer shell for longer term growth. We think of the inner pot as a kind of training wheels set-up for orchids that need the optimum development environment. We don't want to leave the "training wheels" in place too long once the desired development has taken place which could result in an unnecessary challenge to free the roots at repotting time. Freeing roots can be done by snipping the inner net pot (preferably not the roots!). Replacement inner net pots and outer shells are available in all sizes.
Fits perfectly in our 7" ceramic orchid pots too!
See more Oxygen Core Dual™ Pots.
Dimensions: 5.5 inches top diameter 4.25 inches bottom diameter 5.25 inches tall
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“I have received my shipment from your site and everything is great! Everything was better than I expected. The orchid pots were lovely, the potting medium was also of excellent quality and there was alot of it packed in the bags. I especially liked the "gift" of the orchid clip, and other surprises.” - Lynn M .
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“Thank you for providing the most beautiful medium/supplies and for your stellar customer service. You truly provide quality ingredients to make the finicky orchids happy...is there anything more to say?” - Jaime T.
“I just want to thank you. I've NEVER been able to get orchids to re-flower. Out of frustration, I bought everything from you to repot 4 that I had and with your pots, mix, instructions and hints, they're all blooming. I'll recommend you to everyone. Thanks again!!” - Rosemary G.
“After doing some research on your site, I placed an order with you for supplies so that I could re-pot my orchid. It has only been two weeks, but my orchid is now looking healthy and strong, which makes me so happy!” - Stacy C.
“This fall I religiously followed your advice, creating an environment of shortened days and lower temps in order to encourage blooming...I was successful. FINALLY!! Thank you, thank you!! Both of my plants decided to bloom and they look beautiful. I wanted to share the good news and my gratitude with you. Thanks again!” - Laurie J.
“Yes I received my order and I am more than pleased. The ceramic orchid pots are elegantly beautiful in everyway. I LOVE them! I can't stop looking at them. I will be getting more. The quality of all the items I received is just awesome. The customer service is even better. You guys really try to take care of people..” - Melissa N.
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“Your Oxygen Core Dual Pots are amazing. I've been using them for about 18 months now and have had extraordinary results. All of your products are exceptional but these pots set a new standard....they help me grow a healthier plant that matures and blooms faster and can't be over-watered. Thanks for your great products and insights.” - Shayne D.
“The potting medium you sent is gorgeous!! It's superior to the bark I've been buying at Lowe's. I can't imagine what (my orchids) will do when I put them in your potting mix. It even smells fresh!! Many, many thanks. I'll be ordering from you again.” - Janie M.
“I repotted it in the Imperial Monterey Orchid Mix that I had on hand, with a sad bloom or two still trying to hang on. Since then, it began growing new roots and leaves. The spike even began to grow/elongate, adding new buds, and rewarded me with 7 new blooms, the size of your palm. A testament that your products work wonders.” - Cindy S.
“I LOVE EVERYTHING I BOUGHT FROM YOU GUYS! I'm your customer for life! When I first got my orchid mix I couldn't believe how nice it was! I've never seen such nice moss! I have suggested you to everyone I know that grows orchids. Your products are fabulous.” - Jennifer B.
“Your potting mix has brought (my orchid) back to life. I am beyond pleased. Many thanks!!” - Anthony A.
“I had to write to you again to tell you that I always refer to your potting mixes as "Steroids for Orchids"” - Cindy B.
“I was actually going to throw (my orchid) away because it hadn't done anything in years. After repotting in your Classic Cymbidium mix it actually bloomed the second winter!” - Suzanne S.
“My phals grown in the Phal Monterey Gold Imperial mix retain older leaves longer, grow more new leaves and double or branch spikes. They LOVE it. And so do I.” - Joanne G.
“Since I had such success with that mix and the Paph mix, I have converted some of my Phals to the Imperial Mix...they are showing the same results. Strong growth, good roots and spikes. Your mixes are always fresh and distinctive. I have found nothing on the market like them and recommend them to all my orchid friends. Not sure what you put in them but keep it up.” - Cindy B.
“I had to write to you to tell you how much my orchids love your mixes. The first one tried was the Oncidium Imperial Mix. They doubled in size and needed to be repotted or divided after a year. I then tried the (Paph and Phrag) mix and again, success As you say, You Know Mixes. Thanks for keeping your commitement!” - Cynthia B.
“I received the potting mix and I have to say that it is wonderful!! I was skeptical to spend a little extra money for the bark mix when I can go to Lowe's and get it for a fraction of the price. But...your mix speaks for itself! So clean, nice and easy to work with. It's the best and I plan on buying for you all again and again. Thanks so much!!” - Alicia S.
Q: What should I do when roots come through openings in the pot (Net, Slotted, Oxygen Core etc.)?
A: Orchids are notorious for sending roots every different which way. That's not so surprising since orchids growing in the wild are free to extend their roots in search of moisture, food, support and light. There are a few schools of thought on how best to deal with adventurous roots. For example, with Net pots one can snip away the pot if needed when the time comes, and another is to move the plant up to the next size before the roots get too established working through the net material. Slotted pots can be similarly cut or snipped away from roots when the time comes to repot or it is necessary to move the plant up or out of its existing container.
Oxygen Core Dual Pots create a very favorable growing environment and root growth is likely to be quite vigorous soon after potting in them. One can use the inner pot until the roots start to expand and then remove the plant from it and place it back into the outer shell (kind of like taking training wheels off a child's bike).
Vigorous healthy root growth is a good thing, and supports an overall happy and healthy orchid that will produce strong leaves and beautiful flowers. Managing the repotting process so plants are able to develop a strong and expanding root zone is an important part of the equation.
For more information see our orchid repotting information.
“This fall I religiously followed your advice, creating an environment of shortened days and lower temps in order to encourage blooming...I was successful. FINALLY!! Thank you, thank you!! Both of my plants decided to bloom and they look beautiful. I wanted to share the good news and my gratitude with you. Thanks again!”Laurie J.
“The potting medium you sent is gorgeous!! It's superior to the bark I've been buying at Lowe's. I can't imagine what (my orchids) will do when I put them in your potting mix. It even smells fresh!! Many, many thanks. I'll be ordering from you again.” Janie M.
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