Last Updated on June 5, 2023
People love phalaenopsis orchid plants because they are easy to care for. Learn how simple it is here.
Phalaenopsis, or moth orchids, are beautiful flowering plants and are the epitome of exotic beauty. And despite their exotic aura, they are one of the easiest orchid plants to maintain.
But many people mistakenly think that caring for a phalaenopsis orchid plant is like rocket science.
Well, the truth is that they are easy to care for, and it doesn’t take much effort to keep them looking beautiful and going strong.
Here Are The 4 Steps You Need To Follow
- Please keep them in a moderately bright area. An east window or similar space works well. Avoid direct sunlight, as it can scorch the foliage.
- Water them when they begin to dry out, usually every 7 to 10 days. Once a week, I place an ice cube on top of the potting mix on my plants and let it melt.
- During the growing season, feed them with fertilizer made for orchids according to directions, usually once a week. You can fertilize monthly while blooming and during the winter months.
I’ve used the “Peters” brand fertilizer on my orchids for years because that’s what my local growers used themselves. I tend to trust what the pros use, but other good choices are also available.
- Re-pot them when the blooming period has ended with fresh orchid potting mix. Mature phalaenopsis plants only need repotting every 2 to 3 years.
One More Quick Tip
Don’t remove the flower spike after blooming. Phalaenopsis is the only orchid species that can set a second bloom on the same flower spike. Allow it to dry naturally before removing it.
That’s all there is to successfully caring for your phalaenopsis orchid plants. It’s easy to see why orchids are so popular with plant enthusiasts of all levels.
Phalaenopsis orchids are among the easiest to grow, and more than 200 varieties are available, with more hybrids being produced all the time.
But there are many other types of orchids that are also easy to grow, as showcased in this video.
You can see that if you get into growing orchids, it can become a pretty addictive hobby.
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