Phalaenopsis Orchid 5”

Flower colors vary! Please contact shop directly if you are looking for a specific color.

Light

• Prefer bright, indirect light (east or south-facing windows are best, but place a few feet away).
• Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves.

Watering

• Water about once a week in spring and summer and every 10-14 days in fall and winter.
• Watering depends on potting medium, moss will retain water more than bark!
• Use lukewarm water and let it drain completely. Never let the roots sit in water.

Humidity & Temperature

• Thrive in moderate humidity (50-70%). Use a humidity tray or mist occasionally. Do not mist flowers directly
• Prefer temperatures between 65-80F
• Keep away from cold drafts or direct heat sources.
• ensure good air circulation- avoid overcrowding, use a fan, or have near open window.

Soil & Potting

• Use a well-draining orchid mix (bark or sphagnum moss)
• Clear plastic pots with drainage holes help monitor root health.

Fertilizer

• Feed with a balanced orchid fertilizer (e.g., 20-20-20) every other watering during active growth (spring & summer).
• Reduce feeding to once a month in fall and winter.

Pruning & Repotting

• After flowers drop, trim the spike above a node to encourage reblooming.
• Cut brown stems at the base.
• Repot every 2 years, when roots outgrow the pot or the medium breaks down.

Common Problems

• Wrinkled leaves= Underwatering or root rot
• Yellow leaves= Overwatering or too much direct sun
• No blooms= Not enough light or nutrients