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As orchid roots dry out, they develop a silver or greyish-green color. While silver roots are still healthy, this silver coloring can indicate that it’s time to water or mist your plant.

Overwatering is one of the biggest mistakes people make when caring for an orchid. "If the roots are brown and soft, you’ve watered too much and need to back off," says Hancock. Yellow ...