How to Grow Orchids » Phalaenopsis Orchids

Plant Phal

Orchid Grower — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 19:13:31 +0000

After a stem has died and fallen off a phal. orchid, how long does it take to grow back and flower again?

The plant is healthy otherwise.

Phals (and other orchid species) only bloom once a year. Here are some tips on care:

Orchids are surprisingly easy to grow and most people kill them by overwatering - this is the most disasterous thing to do to an orchid. Water only when the plant feels absolutely dry. Lift it up and see how heavy it is. If it's light then water, if not leave it alone. When you water depends on the temperatures and humidity in your home. Also, water in the morning so that the plant has time to absorb the moisture. Shake the pot well to get rid of excess water.

They are actually air plants and draw a lot of moisture from the air so humidity is a must. You can achieve this by placing the plant in a dish filled with rocks and water (make sure the bottom of the pot doesn't touch the water). A daily misting will make your plant very happy.

The orchid should have bright light, but no sun. The pot should be one that has holes all over it to allow aeration.

After it has bloomed (again, they bloom once a year, usually between December and February) don't fertilize it and cut back on the water. The plant needs to rest during this time. Once spring comes, and the orchid wants to grow again, start fertilizing (WalMart actually sells a good orchid fertilizer). A handful of charcoal on top will make the plant quite happy.

Orchids love to be outside. Just make sure that the plant is never exposed to direct sun and watch that the temperatures don't dip below 50F. Chances are you may never have to water it during this time (I don't) but keep checking the weight of the pot.

Good luck. Treat her well and you'll have many years of joy out of her.

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All About Phalaenopsis Orchids

Orchid Grower — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 02:27:39 +0000

The orchids in the Phalaenopsis family are breathtakingly beautiful and will garner lots of ooh and aahs from all your friends. And fortunately they are one of the easiest orchids to grow at home.

Here are some simple tips:

A plant in a 6 inch pot should be watered once a week. The rule of thumb is that for every inch the pot is in diameter, you should water that many days apart. In winter you might find that you can water a little less frequently. Water thoroughly and let drain in the sink so that they don't sit in water. You won't need to mist them.
When they are blooming keep them in a room that is 60 degrees or warmer.
It is not necessary to feed Phalaenopsis Orchids heavily. Use a balanced fertilizer such as 10-10-10 once a month.
Use a stake to hold them up.
Plant Phalaenopsis Orchids in clay pots in a light potting medium such as bark, perlite, or moss.

When it is time to repot:

Remove the orchid from the old pot
Inspect for any dead, dry, or diseased roots and remove them if found.
Put some Styrofoam peanuts in the bottom of the new pot, insert the Phalaenopsis in the center and tuck either peanuts or moss around it to secure it.
Restake the flowers.

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Orchid Care Repotting

Orchid Grower — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 08:21:54 +0000

What to do when your orchid is done blooming. How to repot an Orchid Phal.

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