Phalaenopsis Orchid Care

How to Prune a Phalaenopsis Orchid

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Pruning Phalaenopsis Orchids

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Care Instructions for Phalaenopsis Orchids

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 20:27:00 +0000

The care instructions for phalaenopsis orchids are fairly simple, for they are considered one of the easiest orchids to grow and blooms quite readily in the home.Phalaenopsis can adjust themselves to the average home environment that we live in.Which is likely the reason for their popularity and are the ideal orchids for the novice grower.
Phalaenopsis flowers offer both exotic form and superb longevity.The long lasting mass of flowers bloom in perfection up to three months.Colors range includes white, pinks, lavender and yellow in both solid colors and mixes of stripes and spots.So lets take a look at some basic Care instructions for phalaenopsis orchids:

Healthy Phalaenopsisi Orchid

Care Instructions for Phalaenopsis Orchids No-1 : LIGHT
Phalaenopsis or Moth orchids always enjoy a spot near or in a bright window(behind curtains or window blinds).Light is the key factor in growing healthy orchids therefore make sure not to expose you orchids to the direct sunlight for it may cause your plants to burn and too little light will prevent the plants from flowering.The leaf colour of your plant works as an indicator of the amount of light they are receiving.The healthy leaves should always have the bright green colour.If you find your phalaenopsis with dark green leaves,know that the plant is getting insufficient light and yellowish-green or red leaves indicate that the plant is getting too much light.

Care Instructions for Phalaenopsis Orchids No-2 : TEMPERATURE
To produce beautiful and long lasting blooms,orchid must produce energy in the form of carbohydrates during the day when the temperature is high,then store that energy at night when the temperature goes down.This temperature fluctuation is necessary for orchids to bloom.Occasional deviations are not that harmful,except when it is in bud.An ideal temperature for optimum growth of your orchids will be 60-62 degree fahrenheit in the night and daytime temperature should range between 70-80 degree fahrenheit.Temperature as high as 90-95 degree F for a short duration will cause no harm to your plants,as long as the proper humidity and air circulation are maintained.

Care Instructions for Phalaenopsis Orchids No-3 : WATERING
The proper frequency of watering is critical point in phalaenopsis care and also depends on the climatic conditions where you live.Generally it is suggested that you water it once a week during the winter and twice when it is warm and dry weather.Regardless of climatic condition,the container size also helps to determine how often you need to water your orchid.Typically a 4 inch pot needs water in every 5- 6th day and 6 inch pot needs it in every 7th day.The potting medium that you are using also can effet your plant's water requirments.For example,the bark tends to dry out so faster than the sphagnum moss.So before watering your orchids remember to poke your finger or a wooden pencil an inch into the pot and if it feels/looks moist do not add water to it.your potting medium should always be damp,not soggy,neither should it be allowed to get extreme dry.Finally the quality of water,the best water for your phalaenopsis orchids is undoubtedly the rainwater.Rainwater,as it passes through the air, desolves and absorbs many substances such as dust,pollen and other organic matters.Therefore this enriched water contributes to the nourishment of the plant and helps your orchid grow healthy.

Care Instructions for Phalaenopsis Orchids No-4 : FERTILIZER and FEEDING
To help your phaaenopsis grow proper,faster and bloom sooner you need to feed it with the right fertilizer in a right manner.Find the products that contain potassium(K), notrogen(N), phosphorus(P), along with trace elements such as iron.Potassium(K) is basically responsible for the control of flower and fruit developement.Nitrogen(N) is needed for healthy vegetative growth and Phosphorous(P) for production of flowers.Investigations have shown that feeding should begin with more Nitrogen just when the new shoots are showing,and then more Phosphorous and Potassium being necessary towards the end of the season.
So these are the basic care instuctions for phalaenopsis orchids. If you consider all these instructions with care then it will certainly help your orchds to grow better, happy and healthy
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Phalaenopsis Orchid Care

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 22:25:00 +0000

The Phalaenopsis or "Moth orchid" are the most popular variety of orchids among the entusiasts all over world because of its ease of cultivation and low maintanance. Inorder to grow this fantastic flower in your home you need to understand the basic of phalaenopsis orchid care. A well grown phalaenosis orchid plant can flower often and some few are through out the year ,however the main seson is late winter to spring , and individual blooms can last as long as three months. Light, water, temperature plays the vital role for the growth of healthy phalenopsis orchid.
Bellow are some main elements that one needs to consider while growing an Orchid:

Happy Phalaenopsis Orchid

LIGHT is the first important factor to consider in Phalaenopsis Orchid Care.The Phalaenopsis orchid can flourish indoors under a very normal lighting conditions.Even it is great if gets the indirect sun light.This orchid will flourish best when placed near a southward facing window that has a screen or filter in place to reduce the harshness of the rays.
WATER is second important factor of Phalaenopsis Orchid Care.Be careful when you water Phalaenopsis you must watch that they should never completely dry out because they do not have any water-storage organs other than their leaves. Phalaenopsis Orchid should be thoroughly watered and do not watered it again until they nearly dry. In the dry climate of summer, this may be every other day. To prevent rot you should water only in the morning hour, so that the leaves will take their own time to dry by the nightfall.
TEMPERATURES is the third important factor of Phalaenopsis Orchid Care.The ideal temperature for phalaenopsis should be above 60 F at night, and range between 75 and 85 F or more during the daytime. Though the higher temperatures helps faster vegetative growth for orchids, higher humidity and air movement must accompany higher temperatures, the recommended maximum being 90 to 95 F. Night temperatures to 55 F are desirable for several weeks in the autumn to initiate flower spikes. Fluctuating temperatures can cause bud drop on plants with buds ready to open.
HUMIDITY also plays a crucial role in phalaenopsis care.It is always recommended that the humidity for phalaenopsis orchids should be between 50 and 80 percent. In humid climates, as in greenhouses, it is imperative that the humid air is moving. Leaves should be dry as soon as possible, always by nightfall. In the home, set the plants on trays of gravel, partially filled with water, so that the pots never sit in water.
FERTILIZE your orchid on a regular basis, especially if the weather is warm and the plants are most often growing. Twice a month applications of high-nitrogen fertilizer (such as 30-10-10) are appropriate where bark-based media are used. Otherwise,a balanced fertilizer is best. When flowering is desired, a high-phosphorus fertilizer (such as 10-30-20) can be applied to promote blooming. Some growers apply fertilizer at one-quarter strength with every watering; this is best for warm, humid conditions. When cooler, or under overcast conditions, fertilizer should be applied twice per month at weak strength.
POTTING is best done in the spring,immediately after flowering. Phalaenopsis plants must be potted in a porous mix.Potting is usually done every one to three years. Mature plants can grow in the same container until the potting medium starts to decompose, usually in two years. Root rot occurs if plants are left in a soggy medium.Seedlings usually grow fast enough to need repotting yearly, and should be repotted in a fine-grade medium. Mature plants are potted in a medium-grade mix. To repot, remove all the old medium from the roots,trim soft, rotted roots, and spread the remaining roots over a handful of medium in the bottom of a new pot. Fill the rest of the pot with medium, working it among the roots, so that the junction of the roots and the stem is at the top of the medium.

By following these simple guidelines of Phalaenopsis Orchid Care, you will be providing the best possible environment for your orchids to grow and inreturn it will provide you the fantastic blossoms that you always desired.