Phalaenopsis Deejay Soul

Description

🌱 Care and Handling Tips

To ensure your Phalaenopsis ‘Deejay Soul’ thrives, consider the following care guidelines:

☀️ Light

• Optimal Light: Bright, indirect sunlight is ideal. Place the orchid near an east or west-facing window, avoiding direct sun to prevent leaf burn. Maarel Orchids+5Ed’s Plant Shop+5Cardiagtech+5Cardiagtech

💧 Watering

• Frequency: Water once a week, allowing the potting medium to dry slightly between waterings.

• Method: Use lukewarm water, ensuring it doesn’t sit in the crown of the plant to prevent rot. Darcey Flowers+11Gardenerdy+11Idyl+11Cardiagtech

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Temperature: Maintain daytime temperatures between 21°C to 29°C (70°F to 85°F) and nighttime temperatures around 15°C to 18°C (60°F to 65°F).

• Humidity: Aim for 40-70% humidity. Increase humidity by placing the orchid on a tray with water and pebbles or using a humidifier. Cardiagtech+1XRoci+1The Indoor Nursery+4DIY Anything | Mavyn+4Cardiagtech+4Darcey Flowers+2Ed’s Plant Shop+2Cardiagtech+2

🌿 Potting & Medium

• Medium: Use a well-draining orchid mix, such as bark or sphagnum moss.

• Repotting: Repot every 1-2 years or when the medium breaks down, preferably after blooming. ORCHID ANU+5Ed’s Plant Shop+5XRoci+5Green Fresh Florals + Plants+6XRoci+6Ed’s Plant Shop+6

🌸 Fertilization

• Type: Apply a balanced orchid fertilizer (e.g., 20-20-20) diluted to half strength.

• Frequency: Fertilize every 2-4 weeks during the growing season (spring and summer).Jane Perrone+10DIY Anything | Mavyn+10Ed’s Plant Shop+10Ed’s Plant Shop

✂️ Pruning

• After Blooming: Trim spent flower spikes to encourage new growth. Cut the spike about one inch above the node where the first flower bloomed. XRoci+2Green Fresh Florals + Plants+2Ed’s Plant Shop+2

🐛 Pest Management

• Common Pests: Watch for spider mites, mealybugs, and aphids. Maintain good air circulation and avoid overwatering to prevent infestations.