Orchiata Classic Bark 35L (6–9mm)

Orchiata Classic Bark is a natural orchid growing medium made from sustainably harvested New Zealand Pinus radiata bark. The 6–9mm bark grade is suitable for a wide range of orchids, providing a balance of moisture retention, drainage and airflow around the root system.

During the natural ageing process, beneficial micro-organisms develop while unwanted pathogens are eliminated. Carefully graded for consistency, the bark offers reliable performance and maintains its structure over time, making it suitable for both home growers and commercial orchid collections.

Best for

• Growing a wide range of orchid varieties.
• Repotting established orchids.
• Maintaining healthy root aeration and drainage.
• Home growers, collectors and commercial nurseries.

Key features

• Natural material: Made from sustainably harvested New Zealand Pinus radiata bark.
• Consistent grading: Uniform 6–9mm bark pieces for reliable growing performance.
• Root support: Encourages drainage, airflow and suitable moisture retention.
• Aged substrate: Naturally processed to encourage beneficial micro-organisms while eliminating unwanted pathogens.
• Long-lasting: Durable bark structure suitable for extended growing use.
• Versatile: Suitable for a wide range of orchid species and growing conditions.

Specifications

• Product type: Orchid bark growing medium
• Bark grade: 6–9mm
• Pack size: 35 litre
• Air-filled porosity (AFP): 47–52%
• Water holding capacity (WHC): 55%
• pH: 5.5–6.5
• EC: <0.3 mS/cm
• Moisture: <15%
• Colour: Natural bark (Please message us for more colours).
  

Oversized Item Delivery Options

Since oversized items require special handling, we may need to provide a custom freight quote for your order and will contact you with an updated shipping rate.

Available options include:

✔ Delivery to your closest depot for pickup - default method
✔ Direct delivery - requires forklift on site
✔ Direct delivery with tailgate lift truck (extra fees apply)
✔ Forklift loading at our warehouse (no extra charge if you arrange your own freight)
✔ Direct truck delivery (available in Victoria)

Important Notes:

• Shipping costs vary by location and method
• Because of the forklift requirement, delivery to the nearest depot is the default option and will be the method used unless you contact us to request otherwise.
• Bulky and oversized items cannot be delivered to a PO Box - please provide a physical street address for delivery.

Business Delivery:

• Business delivery is available for commercial customers only
• If you select business delivery and your products are bulky, it is your responsibility to ensure you have appropriate equipment (including forklifts) to unload products from the delivery truck
• If you select business delivery and you are not a business, you risk your product not being delivered and may incur additional fees to retrieve your order
• Business delivery customers must provide a valid business address and contact information
• Additional fees may apply for failed delivery attempts due to lack of appropriate unloading equipment

Let us know your preference, and we'll arrange the best solution for you!

Important Note on Availability & Shipping

Our warehouse serves as our office and logistics centre rather than a retail showroom. Because we ship from multiple locations and manage high-turnover stock, not all items are available for immediate pickup.

Lead Times:

• In-Stock Items: Usually ready for dispatch the same day.
• Supplier-Dependent Items: Usually take 2–8 weeks to arrive, depending on supplier availability. Products from Adloheat may take 4–12 weeks depending on the order—they are custom made to order in Pakenham, VIC.

While we strive for fast delivery, some timelines are subject to supplier availability and are beyond our control. We appreciate your patience as we source the best quality gear for your project.

Biosecurity & Interstate Shipping Restrictions

Due to strict state biosecurity regulations, we are unable to ship some products to certain states and territories:

• Potting Mixes cannot be shipped to Western Australia (WA), the Northern Territory (NT), or Tasmania (TAS).
• Seeds cannot be shipped to Western Australia (WA).

Orders placed for these items to restricted states will be cancelled and refunded. It is the customer's responsibility to ensure that the items being ordered can lawfully be delivered to their state or territory.