Product Description:
Orchids are some of the most commonly grown houseplants. Orchids can be found in the equatorial tropics, the arctic tundra, and everywhere in between. the orchid’s amazing ability to adapt to its given environment. They are breathtakingly beautiful, delicate, long-blooming, long-lived, fascinating in fragrance and form, and extremely varied. Few pleasures in gardening surpass the thrill of seeing orchids thrive and bloom.
Light:
These plants thrive in strong light, but direct sunlight can burn orchids. Bright, indirect light from an eastern or southern window is ideal.
Water:
Orchids should be watered just as they dry out. Over-watering may lead to rot, which kills orchid roots.
Fertilizer:
As a general rule, fertilize orchids every 2 weeks during peak growth (spring and summer) and once a month during dormancy (fall and winter). Use a 30-10-10 fertilizer or orchid food, diluted to half strength.
Soil:
Most orchids require moist, well-draining conditions.
Temperature:
An average temperature of 55° to 70°F, a steady supply of moisture, and good air circulation. They are generally happy in a south-facing window.
Humidity:
Most tropical orchids prefer humidity levels of 60 to 80 percent. With the winter-time humidity level in most homes hovering closer to 30 percent, orchid growers often use a humidifier.
Potting and Re-Potting:
Some orchids should be re-potted every year. Others may be happy in the same pot for seven or more years. As a general rule, don’t re-pot your orchid unless necessary.
