Description
🌞 Light Requirements
- Bright, filtered light is ideal. They need around 50-70% sunlight.
- Place near east or south-facing windows (indoors) with sheer curtains.
- Avoid direct midday sun, which can scorch the leaves.
🌡️ Temperature
- Warm temperatures preferred:
- Day: 22–28°C (72–82°F)
- Night: 16–20°C (60–68°F)
- Avoid exposure to temperatures below 92°F (32°C).
💧 Watering
- Water once the medium is almost dry, usually every 3–5 days in warm months.
- Reduce watering in cooler months, but do not let the canes shrivel.
- Use room temperature water and ensure the pot drains completely—no standing water.
💨 Humidity & Airflow
- Requires 50–70% humidity.
- Use a humidity tray or humidifier in dry climates.
- Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal diseases and rot.
🌱 Growing Medium
- Use a well-draining orchid mix, often bark-based with perlite or charcoal.
- Repot every 2–3 years or when the medium breaks down.
🌼 Feeding
- Fertilize with a balanced orchid fertilizer (20-20-20) diluted to half-strength.
- Feed every 2 weeks during active growth (spring and summer), monthly in fall/winter.
- Flush the pot with water monthly to prevent salt buildup.
✂️ Pruning and Maintenance
- After blooming, do not cut green canes—they store energy and may rebloom.
- Remove dead leaves and flower spikes with sterile scissors.
- Watch for pests like mealybugs, spider mites, or scale, and treat promptly.
🌸 Blooming Tips
- Dendrobium hybrids like this one bloom once or twice a year, typically in spring or fall.
- Encourage blooming by maintaining bright light and a steady fertilizer routine.
- Some growers reduce watering slightly in late winter to trigger blooming.
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