Cody, I DID try my phals. in the LECA, but they didn't seem to be happy. Soooooooo...I took them out of the LECA & mounted them. I DO still have a small vanda in a basket, it is in LECA, but is not very happy. As you can tell, I love to experiment! Let me know "what" your experience has been with the LECA... Thanks, Betty