How deep to pot phrags?

[Demetria]

A question was raised yesterday among Slipper growers about how deep to pot phragmipediums? I thought with roots in the mix and the bottom 1/8 inch of green growths in the mix. Others thought that was too deep. Thoughts?

 

[SlipperFan]

I use pots that are taller than they are wide.

 

[NYEric]

The roots can get deep.

 

[troy]

Depends on how it grows in natural habitat, some phrags grow fully submerged under water during monsoon season

 

[abax]

I grow mine with the base of the plant just very slightly
above medium level. I prefer to see the base of the plant
drain very well because it seems that's where rot usually
starts.