Phalaenopsis Splash Gordon

Description

🌿 Caring & Handling Tips for Phalaenopsis Seedlings (‘Splash Gordon’)

🌞 Light

• Bright, indirect light is ideal. Avoid direct sun, which can scorch tender seedling leaves.

• Use a sheer curtain or place near an east-facing window.

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Day: 75–85°F (24–29°C); Night: no lower than 60°F (16°C).

• Humidity: Aim for 50–70%. Use a humidity tray or humidifier in dry climates.

💧 Watering

• Water when roots turn silvery-gray or when media is nearly dry.

• Seedlings are especially sensitive to overwatering—they’re prone to rot. Use sterilized tools and filtered or rainwater if possible.

🌱 Potting & Medium

• Use a fine-grade orchid mix—sphagnum moss or fine bark with perlite.

• Ensure excellent drainage; seedlings hate “wet feet.”

🌬️ Air Circulation

• Good airflow prevents fungal diseases. Use a fan nearby on low if growing indoors.

🌸 Fertilizing

• Use a balanced orchid fertilizer (e.g., 20-20-20) at 1/4 strength, every 2–3 weeks.

• Flush the media with clean water monthly to prevent salt buildup.

🔄 Repotting

• Repot every 12–18 months, or sooner if the medium breaks down.

• Always repot in sterile conditions to avoid infecting young roots.

🚫 Avoid:

• Cold drafts or sudden temperature changes.

• Wetting the crown (center) of the plant, especially in cooler temps.

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