Orchid Care Cattleya

Orchid Basic Care?

I have purchased many orchids plants and killed them. After more than 3 dozens or so (I lost count) in 5 years, I finally was able to get 2 of my orchids still alive, it’s been more than 6 months. One is oncidium, the other is dendrobium. I’ve been placing them in the bathroom window above the shower after the blooms fell. The oncidium has spiked again (yipee). The dendrobium looks okay, but I cut off the flower stems after the blooms fell months ago. Is this okay? I’m also purchasing several other orchids (1 vanda, 1 phal, 1 cymbidium and 1 cattleya). Can any of them be planted outside? Also, any tips on how to cut off the stems after blooms for each species are appreciated. For fertilizing, I read that I should fertilize every 10 days to 2 weeks. How long do I have to do this and when? Is it all year long? Is the fertilizing method the same for all orchid species? When’s blooming season for each species? What type of orchid media should I use? Thank you much for the tips.

Each type has its own special needs, but there are a number of general rules for orchids. Usually potted orchids are placed on a pebble tray. Place this tray on a windowsill which is close to a heater. Protect the plant from strong direct sunlight. Houseplant orchids cannot tolerate hot, stuffy conditions so good ventilation is required even in winter. The plant can be taken outdoors on warm, sunny days. Indoors avoid cold draughts. Feed during the summer months.Orchids like to be pot-bound, but after a few years repotting is necessary. Use a special orchid soil mix. Keep the soil moist, reduce watering in winter. With cattleya, miltonia and ocidium let surface dry between waterings. Use warm, soft water- rainwater.Several orchids have a resting phase, usually in the fall. Some plants respond to feeding during the growing season. Consult a nurseryman regarding fertilizing, since each variety has its own need. Plants can be killed by over-feeding.Generally orchids like a day temperature of about 70 deg. F in the summer, 60 deg. F ind winter and a drop at night of 10 deg. F. Cool nights are important.Orchids need 10 – 15 hours of light each day – in winter use artificial light.Vandas need plenty of light all year, but especially from November to February.Phalaenopsis require warmer growing conditions than most orchids. Bathroom and kitchen window good location. Soil mixture as for cattleyas. When cutting flowers, leave part of main stem so another set of flowers can develop from dormant buds. This variety is not easy to grow.

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Nearly Natural 4314-LV Cattleya with Classic Black Vase $41.21 Always a favorite this silk Cattleya arrangement is simply a piece of art. Featuring an elegant Cattleya bloom realistic orchid roots and gorgeous green leaves this beauty stands a perfect 18 inches in height. Beautiful from top to bottom this silk Cattleya arrangement is completed with an exceptional black ceramic vase and is ready for immediate display. Height: 18” Pot: H 6in W 6in.

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