[PhalPal]

The key to finding a good media for you is to try them and see what works in your conditions. About a year ago on this forum everyone hated coir. It has worked beautifully for me and a few other growers on the forum and we have since convinced others to try it. If you learn how to water it in your climate it is a great medium. I use spraghum only on my Phal species because they are happiest in it; I add tree fern to it to keep it from packing down. (Brookes tip - Thanks!!) I was once one of those who HATED spraghum but my only experience with it was what I picked out of rotten Phal roots. I try not to listen to growers who are adamantly against a certain growing component or those who say 'this is the ONLY way to grow an orchid.'

I can only attest to what works for me in my house with my habits and my lighting conditions. If spraghum works for you, use it and don't feel bad about it!!!