How to care for your Orchid
Use these instructions to care for an Orchid. This guide will tell you how to water an Orchid; its light, temperature, humidity preferences and any additional care it might need to help it grow.
Orchid
Your orchid prefers bright indirect light, such as the light from an east-facing window. Don’t let your plant sit in direct sun, as the foliage and delicate flowers may scorch. If your orchid does not get enough light, it will likely not rebloom.
You can water your Orchid when 75% of the potting media volume is dry. Water thoroughly until it flows from the drainage hole. Discard any excess water to discourage root rot. Also, you might need to water less often if your Orchid sits in a highly humid environment.
Your orchid can adapt to lower humidity levels but will appreciate added humidity by using a pebble tray or humidifier. You can also place your Orchid near a group of plants that love humidity.
Your orchid enjoys average room temperatures of 60-80F°. However, it doesn’t tolerate sharp flucutuations in temperature. So you’ll need to keep your plant away from vents and drafts.
Feed your orchid with a foliar fertilizer made specifically for orchids. Feed every time you water your plant during spring and summer, and feed once a month during fall and winter.
Phalaenopsis orchids are non-toxic to pets and humans if ingested.
Flowers can last as long as 2-6 months if kept in ideal conditions. After blooms are spent, you can cut off the flower spike just above the node where the first flower bloomed. New flowers should appear between 3-9 months later.
