O Houseplant Words

Offsets - Offsets are like the baby shoots of a plant—those little growths at the base that are basically its way of saying, "Hey, let's make more of us!"

Orchid bark - A type of tree bark, usually from fir or pine trees, used as a potting medium for orchids. It ensures good drainage and aeration, which helps keep orchid roots healthy.

Oxygenation - Oxygenation is like giving your plant's roots a breath of fresh air—it's the process of adding oxygen to the soil to keep them healthy and happy.

 

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