Description
Phalaenopsis do very well as houseplants and will grow and flower in a moderately bright windowsill. Phalaenopsis is one of the most popular orchids in the trade, through the development of many artificial hybrids.Plant Specifications*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
Common Name
Moth Orchid
Maximum Reachable Height
15cm to 1m (6in to 3ft)
Flower Colour
Cream
Bloom Time
Late winter through the spring
Difficulty Level
Easy
Planting and careToo much bright light can burn the leaves and turn the plants yellowish while too little will result in plants with soft leaves that don t flower.Repot after flowering. Don t over pot; wash the old compost from the roots before working the new compost gently and firmly around the roots.Phalaenopsis Cream care
Sunlight
Prefer dappled light (an east or west facing windowsill behind a net curtain is ideal).
Watering
Do not let the soil dry out. Water Phalaenopsis regularly throughout the growing season. Reduce watering slightly during the winter.
Soil
They should be potted in a more typical houseplant mix that holds some moisture but still drains well.
Temperature
Night temperatures in the range of 16-19 degrees C (61-66 degrees F) and day temperatures between 19-30 degrees C (66-86 degrees F)
Fertilizer
Give a quarter strength fertiliser once a month.
Phalaenopsis Cream uses
Ornamental Use:
They are one of the most popular indoor orchids
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