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Light: While blooming, you can enjoy your phal most anywhere in your home since they can tolerate a lower light. Be sure to keep them away from any heavy drafts (to avoid the flowers falling off prematurely). After they are finshed blooming Phals can be grown indoors under flourescent lights, in a window or outside in a bright shade. The same rules apply to phals as to many other orchids: they should have no direct sunlight from 10 to 4pm, but they can deal with early morning or a late afternoon sun.

Temperatures: They should not be left out if it drops below 50 degrees.

Water and Fertilize: We recommend feeding your phal on a weekly/weakly basis. This means to fertilize with a weak dosage of food everytime you water. When it comes to watering, it is important to let the phal dry before you water. You will need to stick your finger deep inside the center area of the pot to see if it dry all the way to the bottom and throughout. Once the media is dry, it is time to water the plant heavily and then let it drain outdoors or in a sink. You should only water exposed roots and the media, not the leaves. In fact, you should avaoid the leaves when watering so not to allow water to sit in the center of the leaves for extended periods of time as this could cause a crown rot. Indoors, the phals will typically need watering every 2-4 weeks, depending on what type of media they are potted in and how quickly it dries out.

Give us a call or come check out Blue Pagoda’s Phals:)

Blue Pagoda & Evolution Orchids, LLC.

 Englewood, Fl. 34223

474-3255

blue-pagoda.com     info@bluepagoda.com

These rules apply to Phalaenopsis, Dendrobiums, Oncidium, and Cattleyas, etc…

1.   Enjoy it while it is in bloom in your house or lanai, but keep away from any heavy drafts, i.e. a/c duct- blowing heat or cool air, fans, etc…, and keep in a bright room.

1. Water it about every 7-20 days or when the media is dry (be sure to dig your finger deep into the center of the media to make sure it is dry). Don’t water it if it still feels moist deep in the pot. If your finger can’t fit in the media, stick a wooden stirrer and leave it for about 10 minutes and then pull out and check for moisture.
2. When watering, put it in a sink or somewhere where it can drain thoroughly (if it is in a decorative basket with no drainage, be sure to empty out excess water when done) and water very heavily. Let the water continue to drain through. Do not let the orchid sit in water for an extended period of time, they hate wet feet.
3. Most orchids like bright filtered light and about 50% humidity so when it is done blooming put it somewhere where it will have enough light. It is a good idea to fertilize your orchid, especially when it is done blooming, to help promote new growth and future blooms. We suggest a weak dosage (1/4 strength) every week (or with every watering).
4. Remember most orchids like their roots very close to the pot so if you think your pot is too small for your orchid, most likely it is just right.
5. 6.     If you ever have questions about your orchid, you can call or email anytime.
6. If your orchid was purchased from us, you can call in to have it repotted when it is done blooming with no labor charge. You only pay for the cost of materials. All other repotting of orchids is 30.00 an hour (with a minimum labor fee of 7.00) plus the cost of materials.

Enjoy your orchid and remember- Don’t fuss with it too much…..they like a little neglect.

 Englewood, Fl. 34223

941-474-3255 or 941-447-3045

blue-pagoda.com

info@bluepagoda.com

If you received or bought an orchid that is potted in sphagnum moss, here are some simple rules on how to take care of it.

These rules apply to mostly Phalaenopsis plants, but can apply to others, as well.

1. Enjoy it while it is in bloom in your house or lanai, but keep away from any heavy drafts, i.e. a/c ducts, fans…

2. Water it about every 7-20 days or when the sphagnum moss is losing its moisture (be sure to dig your finger deep into the pot to make sure it isn’t still really moist deep inside). Don’t water it if it still feels moist deep in the pot. Sphagnum moss likes to stay moist, but not wet……

3. When watering, put it in a sink or somewhere where it can drain thoroughly (if it is in a decorative basket with no drainage, be sure to turn it upside down and drain all excess water) and water enough for the media to get evenly moist.  Never let the orchid sit in water for any extended period of time, they hate wet feet. Extra Tip: Do not let water sit in the crown of the leaves (the center)..it could cause crown rot.

4. Most orchids like bright filtered light and about 50% humidity so when it is done blooming put it somewhere where it will have enough light. It is a good idea to fertilize your orchid, especially when it is done blooming, to help promote new growth and future blooms. We suggest a weak dosage (1/4 strength) every week (or with every watering).

5. Remember most orchids like to be root bound, so if you think your pot is too small for your orchid, most likely it is just right.

6. If you ever have questions about your orchid, you can call or email.

7. If your orchid was purchased from our business, you can have it repotted when it is done blooming with no labor charge. You only pay for the cost of materials. All other repotting of orchids is 30.00 an hour (with a minimum labor fee of 7.00 per plant) plus the cost of materials.

Enjoy your orchid and remember- Don’t fuss with it too much…..they like a little neglect.

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