Phalaenopsis Harper Seven

Description

🌿 Care Tips for Phalaenopsis ‘Harper Seven’

Light

• Bright, indirect light is ideal. Place it near an east- or north-facing window, or use sheer curtains if near a south-facing one.

• Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.

Watering

• Water once a week, allowing the potting medium to dry out slightly between watering.

• Use room-temperature, filtered or distilled water if possible.

• Avoid letting the plant sit in water—good drainage is essential.

Humidity

• Prefers 50–70% humidity.

• Use a humidity tray, room humidifier, or group it with other plants to increase moisture in the air.

Temperature

• Optimal temperature range: 65–80°F (18–27°C).

• Avoid cold drafts or sudden temperature changes. Keep above 60°F at all times.

Feeding

• Use a balanced orchid fertilizer (20-20-20) every 2–4 weeks during the growing season (spring and summer).

• Fertilize less frequently in fall and winter.

Potting and Medium

• Grows best in a well-draining orchid mix (typically bark-based).

• Repot every 1–2 years, preferably after blooming, to refresh the medium and check root health.

After Flowering

• Once blooms fade, you can either:

  • Trim the spike just above the node (a bump on the stem below the bloom) to encourage a secondary bloom.

  • Or, cut it back to the base if the spike turns brown, allowing the plant to rest and build strength for the next cycle.

✨ General Tips

• Inspect roots regularly – healthy roots are firm and silvery green.

• Keep leaves clean and dry to prevent fungal issues.

• Avoid getting water in the crown (center of the plant), which can cause rot.