Blue #114

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🌿 Caring Tips for Dendrobium Blue #114

1. Light:

• Bright, indirect sunlight is best. Avoid direct midday sun as it can scorch the leaves.

• East-facing windows are ideal. If placed near a south or west window, use a sheer curtain.

2. Temperature:

• Daytime: 75–85°F (24–29°C)

• Nighttime: 60–65°F (16–18°C)

• They can tolerate brief drops in temperature, but avoid frost.

3. Humidity:

• Prefers 50–70% humidity.

• Use a humidity tray or room humidifier if your home is dry.

• Good air circulation helps prevent fungal issues.

4. Watering:

• Water thoroughly when the potting mix feels dry about 1–2 inches down.

• Usually every 5–7 days depending on humidity and temperature.

• Avoid letting the roots sit in water – they will rot.

5. Fertilizer:

• Feed with a balanced orchid fertilizer (20-20-20) every 2 weeks during growing season (spring and summer).

• Reduce feeding to once a month in fall and winter.

6. Potting Medium:

• Use well-draining orchid mix – typically bark, perlite, and charcoal.

• Repot every 2–3 years or when the mix breaks down.

7. Flowering:

• Dendrobiums bloom on mature canes, often in late winter or early spring.

• After flowering, don’t cut the cane unless it becomes shriveled – old canes can rebloom.

🧤 Handling Tips

• Handle gently by the base or pot, not by the canes or flowers.

• Avoid touching or wetting the flowers directly – this can cause spotting or shorten bloom life.

• If transporting, secure the plant to minimize movement and protect the blooms.