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Phal Orchid Plant

Phal-Venetian Peach 'Peach Delight'-2 SPIKES-BIG PLANT!
Phal-Venetian Peach 'Peach Delight'-2 SPIKES-BIG PLANT! $39.95
Time Remaining: 11h 56m

Phal mannii var flavum x Phal philippinensis- IN SPIKE!!
Phal mannii var flavum x Phal philippinensis- IN SPIKE!! $19.95
Time Remaining: 12h 2m

Phal. equestris 'Medford' x self-MINIATURE!
Phal. equestris 'Medford' x self-MINIATURE! $19.95
Time Remaining: 12h 4m

Phal. cornu-cervi var flava (peloric form)
Phal. cornu-cervi var flava (peloric form) $35.00
Time Remaining: 14h 50m

Phal. (Yaphon Lobspis x Princess Kaiulani fma. flava)
Phal. (Yaphon Lobspis x Princess Kaiulani fma. flava) $30.00
Time Remaining: 15h 21m

Phal. (gigantea x violacea indigo)
Phal. (gigantea x violacea indigo) $88.00 (8 Bids)
Time Remaining: 1d 14h 45m

Phal. celebensis
Phal. celebensis $25.00 (1 Bid)
Time Remaining: 1d 15h 19m

Phal. equestris blue
 Phal. equestris blue $26.00
Time Remaining: 1d 15h 22m

Orchid Flask-Phal. Brother Pepride 'Carmela'
Orchid Flask-Phal. Brother Pepride 'Carmela' $22.50 (1 Bid)
Time Remaining: 2d 3h 13m

Orchid Flask-S-1478 Phal. (Carmela's Yellow Jacket x Ta
Orchid Flask-S-1478 Phal. (Carmela's Yellow Jacket x Ta $20.00
Time Remaining: 2d 3h 18m

Orchid Flask-S-1477 Phal. Hitomi Watanbe 'No. 15'
Orchid Flask-S-1477 Phal. Hitomi Watanbe 'No. 15' $20.00
Time Remaining: 2d 3h 18m

Orchid Flask-S-1472 Phal. Brother Sally Taylor x Phal.(
Orchid Flask-S-1472 Phal. Brother Sally Taylor x Phal.( $20.00
Time Remaining: 2d 3h 18m

Orchid Flask-S-1456 Phal. Yu Pin Pearl 'M'
Orchid Flask-S-1456 Phal. Yu Pin Pearl 'M' $20.00
Time Remaining: 2d 3h 18m

Phal. (Nobby's Green Eagle 'yaphon' x Nobby's Fox)
 Phal. (Nobby's Green Eagle 'yaphon' x Nobby's Fox) $25.00
Time Remaining: 2d 6h 5m

AAAOrchid Flask-S-1478 Phal. (Carmela's Yellow Jacket x
AAAOrchid Flask-S-1478 Phal. (Carmela's Yellow Jacket x $20.00
Time Remaining: 3d 3h 16m

AAAOrchid Flask-S-1477 Phal. Hitomi Watanbe 'No.
AAAOrchid Flask-S-1477 Phal. Hitomi Watanbe 'No. $20.00
Time Remaining: 3d 3h 16m

AAAOrchid Flask-S-1472 Phal. Brother Sally Taylor x Pha
AAAOrchid Flask-S-1472 Phal. Brother Sally Taylor x Pha $20.00
Time Remaining: 3d 3h 16m

AAAOrchid Flask-S-1456 Phal. Yu Pin Pearl 'M'
AAAOrchid Flask-S-1456 Phal. Yu Pin Pearl 'M' $20.00
Time Remaining: 3d 3h 16m

AAAOrchid Flask-7648 Phal. Brother Lawrence x Phal. Yel
AAAOrchid Flask-7648 Phal. Brother Lawrence x Phal. Yel $20.00
Time Remaining: 3d 3h 17m

AAAOrchid Flask-7645 Dtps. Fusheng's Glad Lip x Phal. (
AAAOrchid Flask-7645 Dtps. Fusheng's Glad Lip x Phal. ( $20.00
Time Remaining: 3d 3h 17m

Phal. Phalaenopsis Bellina Hybrid
Phal. Phalaenopsis Bellina Hybrid $34.99 (1 Bid)
Time Remaining: 3d 13h 27m

Phal. Phalaenopsis lueddemanniana IN BLOOM
Phal. Phalaenopsis lueddemanniana IN BLOOM $49.99
Time Remaining: 3d 13h 33m

Phal. Phalaenopsis violacea- Great Cross from Krull Smith
Phal. Phalaenopsis violacea- Great Cross from Krull Smith $74.99
Time Remaining: 3d 14h 53m

D Jumbo Strain Fragrant Phal gigantea Phalaenopsis Orchid Species Borneo
D Jumbo Strain Fragrant Phal gigantea Phalaenopsis Orchid Species Borneo $24.99
Time Remaining: 4d 5h 33m
Buy It Now for only: $27.99

Phal Timothy Christopher 'Golden Stripe Leaves'
Phal Timothy Christopher 'Golden Stripe Leaves' $25.99
Time Remaining: 4d 7h 24m
Buy It Now for only: $25.99

Phal Timothy Christopher 'Golden Stripe Leaves' #2
Phal Timothy Christopher 'Golden Stripe Leaves' #2 $25.99
Time Remaining: 4d 7h 26m
Buy It Now for only: $25.99

Phal. Baldan's Kaleidoscope 'Golden Treasure' AM/AOS-BS
Phal. Baldan's Kaleidoscope 'Golden Treasure' AM/AOS-BS $18.95
Time Remaining: 4d 11h 19m
Buy It Now for only: $18.95

PINK SWIRL PHAL ORCHID NO LABEL LIVE TROPICAL PLANT
PINK SWIRL PHAL ORCHID NO LABEL LIVE TROPICAL PLANT $4.50
Time Remaining: 4d 11h 21m

PINK PHAL ORCHID HYBRID MINI CHerry Lips BS!
PINK PHAL ORCHID HYBRID MINI CHerry Lips BS! $10.00
Time Remaining: 4d 14h 17m
Buy It Now for only: $10.00

Phal. (amboinensis yellow x Ld's Bear Queen)
Phal. (amboinensis yellow x Ld's Bear Queen) $25.00
Time Remaining: 4d 14h 30m

Phal. (tetraspis x micholitzii) -- in spike
Phal. (tetraspis x micholitzii) -- in spike $35.00
Time Remaining: 4d 15h 17m

Phal. (Nobby's Green Eagle 'yaphon' x Dragon Tree Eagle "DT168")
Phal. (Nobby's Green Eagle 'yaphon' x  Dragon Tree Eagle $60.00
Time Remaining: 4d 15h 24m

Phal. (equestris blue x speciosa '#C-1')
Phal. (equestris blue x speciosa '#C-1') $35.00
Time Remaining: 4d 15h 28m

Phal. equestris species Orchid Plant
Phal. equestris species Orchid Plant $9.99
Time Remaining: 5d 4h 34m
Buy It Now for only: $9.99

Phal. gigantea species Orchid Plant
Phal. gigantea species Orchid Plant $9.99
Time Remaining: 5d 4h 56m
Buy It Now for only: $9.99

Orchid-Phal-Sun Moon AM/AOS-23" LS-BLACK-IN SPIKE!!!
Orchid-Phal-Sun Moon AM/AOS-23 $39.95
Time Remaining: 5d 12h 14m

Orchid-Phal-Center Stage 'Cockleshell'-PELORIC-2 SPIKES
Orchid-Phal-Center Stage 'Cockleshell'-PELORIC-2 SPIKES $39.95
Time Remaining: 5d 12h 20m

Phal-Picotee-AM/AOS-TWICE A YEAR BLOOMS-IN SPIKE!!
Phal-Picotee-AM/AOS-TWICE A YEAR BLOOMS-IN SPIKE!! $19.95
Time Remaining: 5d 12h 20m

Phal. mannii var flavum x Phal equestris alba- 2 SPIKES
Phal. mannii var flavum x Phal equestris alba- 2 SPIKES $21.95 (1 Bid)
Time Remaining: 5d 12h 20m

Phal. Minho Princess "Watercolor Artist-3 SPIKES-21" LS
Phal. Minho Princess $49.95
Time Remaining: 5d 12h 20m

Phal.-Orchid -Elizabeth Hayden 'PR'-IN SPIKE!!!
Phal.-Orchid -Elizabeth Hayden 'PR'-IN SPIKE!!! $38.95
Time Remaining: 5d 12h 20m

Phal. Surf Song-14" LS-2 SPIKES-PEACH ARTSHADE!
Phal. Surf Song-14 $44.95
Time Remaining: 5d 13h 19m

Orchid-Phal. Brother Sara Gold 'Peach' HCC/AOS-2 SPIKES
Orchid-Phal. Brother Sara Gold 'Peach' HCC/AOS-2 SPIKES $44.95
Time Remaining: 5d 13h 20m

Orchid--Phal-Venetian Peach 'Peach Delight'-BS!
Orchid--Phal-Venetian Peach 'Peach Delight'-BS! $38.95
Time Remaining: 8d 12h 30m
Buy It Now for only: $38.95

Phal Be Tris, easy growing orchid great for beginners
Phal Be Tris, easy growing orchid great for beginners $9.99
Time Remaining: 13d 5h 31m
Buy It Now for only: $9.99

Mounted Species Orchid (Phalaenopsis mannii) FRAGRANT PHAL!
Mounted Species Orchid (Phalaenopsis mannii) FRAGRANT PHAL! $20.00
Time Remaining: 14d 11h 35m
Buy It Now for only: $20.00

YELLOW HARLEQUIN PHAL ORCHID Yu Pin Natsume BS
YELLOW HARLEQUIN PHAL ORCHID Yu Pin Natsume BS $15.00
Time Remaining: 16d 14h 10m
Buy It Now for only: $15.00

BIN Brilliant Striping Mini Phalaenopsis Phal Dtps Taida King Caroline Orchid
BIN Brilliant Striping Mini Phalaenopsis Phal Dtps Taida King Caroline Orchid $34.99
Time Remaining: 17d 2h 36m
Buy It Now for only: $34.99

Orchid-Phal. Confetti Burst 'PR' HCC/AOS-!!!
Orchid-Phal. Confetti Burst 'PR' HCC/AOS-!!! $38.95
Time Remaining: 18d 12h 42m
Buy It Now for only: $38.95

FRAGRANT PHAL ORCHID Zuma Aussie Delight ‘ZB' AM/AOS BS
FRAGRANT PHAL ORCHID Zuma Aussie Delight ‘ZB' AM/AOS BS $20.00
Time Remaining: 19d 2h 53m
Buy It Now for only: $20.00

Phal. Newberry Perfection 'Pink Giant'-5 1/2" BLOOMS!!
Phal. Newberry Perfection 'Pink Giant'-5 1/2 $18.95
Time Remaining: 19d 11h 2m
Buy It Now for only: $18.95

21+ MATURE ORCHIDS PHAL. EPC. DEN. AND MORE LIVE TROPICAL PLANTS
21+ MATURE ORCHIDS PHAL. EPC. DEN. AND MORE LIVE TROPICAL PLANTS $200.00
Time Remaining: 19d 16h 59m
Buy It Now for only: $200.00

Orchid--Phal-Venetian Peach 'Peach Delight'-BS!
Orchid--Phal-Venetian Peach 'Peach Delight'-BS! $38.95
Time Remaining: 19d 22h 25m
Buy It Now for only: $38.95

Orchid-Phal-Center Stage 'Cockleshell'-PELORIC-MATURE!!
Orchid-Phal-Center Stage 'Cockleshell'-PELORIC-MATURE!! $38.95
Time Remaining: 19d 22h 25m
Buy It Now for only: $38.95

Dtps. Rong Guan Mary (Phal Hybrid) Orchid Plant
Dtps. Rong Guan Mary (Phal Hybrid) Orchid Plant $9.95
Time Remaining: 20d 2h 56m
Buy It Now for only: $9.95

Mini Phal / Dtps Snow Fairy x Timothy Christopher Blooming Sized Orchid Plant
Mini Phal / Dtps Snow Fairy x Timothy Christopher Blooming Sized Orchid Plant $14.95
Time Remaining: 20d 2h 56m
Buy It Now for only: $14.95

ORANGE PHAL ORCHID HYBRID Ascps. Jiaho's Orange "Jia Ho" BM/TOGA Blooming size
ORANGE PHAL ORCHID HYBRID Ascps. Jiaho's Orange $15.00
Time Remaining: 20d 2h 57m
Buy It Now for only: $15.00

Phal Temple Bells 'Peace' in spike venosa hybrid
Phal Temple Bells 'Peace' in spike venosa hybrid $50.00
Time Remaining: 21d 13h 28m
Buy It Now for only: $50.00

Phal Brother Heather 'Harfords Dots' in spike 
Phal Brother Heather 'Harfords Dots' in spike  $50.00
Time Remaining: 21d 13h 42m
Buy It Now for only: $50.00

Phal Brother Heather 'Harfords Spots' in spike
Phal Brother Heather 'Harfords Spots' in spike $50.00
Time Remaining: 21d 13h 45m
Buy It Now for only: $50.00

Phal Brother Heather 'Harfords speckles' in spike  
Phal Brother Heather 'Harfords speckles' in spike   $50.00
Time Remaining: 21d 13h 47m
Buy It Now for only: $50.00

Phal Krull's Red Hot 'Harford' HCC/AOS in spike
Phal Krull's Red Hot 'Harford' HCC/AOS in spike $50.00
Time Remaining: 21d 13h 52m
Buy It Now for only: $50.00

Phal Zuma's Pixie 'Harford' HCC/AOS equestris hyb. 
Phal Zuma's Pixie 'Harford' HCC/AOS equestris hyb.  $50.00
Time Remaining: 21d 14h 1m
Buy It Now for only: $50.00

Phal Cassandra 'Harford' HCC/AOS equestris x stuartiana
Phal Cassandra 'Harford' HCC/AOS equestris x stuartiana $60.00
Time Remaining: 21d 14h 7m
Buy It Now for only: $60.00

Phal Freddie Adams 'Peach Blush' violacea Hybrid
Phal Freddie Adams 'Peach Blush' violacea Hybrid $50.00
Time Remaining: 21d 14h 11m
Buy It Now for only: $50.00

Phal Memphis Music 'Harford' AM/AOS violacea HYB.
Phal Memphis Music 'Harford' AM/AOS violacea HYB. $50.00
Time Remaining: 22d 3h 48m
Buy It Now for only: $50.00

Phal Memphis Music 'Mem Olivia' AM/AOS violacea HYB.
Phal Memphis Music 'Mem Olivia' AM/AOS violacea HYB. $50.00
Time Remaining: 22d 3h 55m
Buy It Now for only: $50.00

Phal Memphis Music 'Harford II' HCC/AOS violacea HYB.
Phal Memphis Music 'Harford II' HCC/AOS violacea HYB. $50.00
Time Remaining: 22d 3h 58m
Buy It Now for only: $50.00

Phal Memphis Music 'Harford Jewel' HCC/AOS violacea 
Phal Memphis Music 'Harford Jewel' HCC/AOS violacea  $50.00
Time Remaining: 22d 4h 1m
Buy It Now for only: $50.00

Phal Kathleen Ai 'Mem. Pauline Krause' AM/AOS in spike
Phal Kathleen Ai 'Mem. Pauline Krause' AM/AOS in spike $65.00
Time Remaining: 22d 4h 4m
Buy It Now for only: $65.00

Phal Phalaenopsis Taisuco ' Mercy 'Harford' FCC/AOS 
Phal Phalaenopsis Taisuco ' Mercy 'Harford' FCC/AOS  $125.00
Time Remaining: 22d 4h 8m
Buy It Now for only: $125.00

Phal Grosbeak 'Harford's Sunset' violacea hybrid  
Phal Grosbeak 'Harford's Sunset' violacea hybrid   $60.00
Time Remaining: 22d 4h 13m
Buy It Now for only: $60.00

Phal Grosbeak 'Harford's Ruby' violacea hybrid BS
Phal Grosbeak 'Harford's Ruby' violacea hybrid BS $60.00
Time Remaining: 22d 4h 16m
Buy It Now for only: $60.00

Phal Double Bubble 'Harford' HCC/AOS violacea hybrid
Phal Double Bubble 'Harford' HCC/AOS violacea hybrid $50.00
Time Remaining: 22d 4h 19m
Buy It Now for only: $50.00

Phal Brother Oconee 'Mercerful'AM/AOS
Phal Brother Oconee 'Mercerful'AM/AOS $50.00
Time Remaining: 22d 4h 22m
Buy It Now for only: $50.00

Phal Harford's Jewel 'Carney's Mandarin' HCC/AOS
Phal Harford's Jewel 'Carney's Mandarin' HCC/AOS $75.00
Time Remaining: 22d 4h 28m
Buy It Now for only: $75.00

YELLOW PURPLE SHADED PHAL ORCHID IN SPIKE / BLOOM LIVE TROPICAL PLANT
YELLOW PURPLE SHADED PHAL ORCHID IN SPIKE / BLOOM LIVE TROPICAL PLANT $18.00
Time Remaining: 22d 7h 32m
Buy It Now for only: $18.00

DTPS. CHAIN XEN PEARL 'MING-HO' AM/AOS 2 SPIKES PHAL ORCHID LIVE TROPICAL PLANT
DTPS. CHAIN XEN PEARL 'MING-HO' AM/AOS 2 SPIKES PHAL ORCHID LIVE TROPICAL PLANT $20.00
Time Remaining: 22d 7h 33m
Buy It Now for only: $20.00

YELLOW AND PURPLE PHAL ORCHID IN SPIKE LIVE TROPICAL PLANT
YELLOW AND PURPLE PHAL ORCHID IN SPIKE LIVE TROPICAL PLANT $16.00
Time Remaining: 22d 7h 36m
Buy It Now for only: $16.00

WHITE PURPLE SPOTTED PHAL ORCHID IN SPIKE / BLOOM LIVE TROPICAL PLANT
WHITE PURPLE SPOTTED PHAL ORCHID IN SPIKE / BLOOM LIVE TROPICAL PLANT $26.00
Time Remaining: 22d 16h 55m
Buy It Now for only: $26.00

PINK WHITE PHAL ORCHID IN SPIKE / BLOOM LIVE TROPICAL PLANT
PINK WHITE PHAL ORCHID IN SPIKE / BLOOM LIVE TROPICAL PLANT $16.00
Time Remaining: 22d 18h 10m
Buy It Now for only: $16.00

WHITE PURPLE SHADED / SPOTTED PHAL ORCHID UNIQUE 3 SPIKES IN SPIKE / BLOOM PLANT
WHITE PURPLE SHADED / SPOTTED PHAL ORCHID UNIQUE 3 SPIKES IN SPIKE / BLOOM PLANT $25.00
Time Remaining: 22d 18h 19m
Buy It Now for only: $25.00

LIGHT PURPLE PHAL ORCHID IN SPIKE / BLOOM W/ 2+ SEED PODS LIVE TROPICAL PLANT
LIGHT PURPLE PHAL ORCHID IN SPIKE / BLOOM W/ 2+ SEED PODS LIVE TROPICAL PLANT $20.00
Time Remaining: 22d 18h 27m
Buy It Now for only: $20.00

WHITE / YELLOW / PURPLE SPOTS PHAL ORCHID IN SPIKE / BLOOM LIVE TROPICAL PLANT
WHITE / YELLOW / PURPLE SPOTS PHAL ORCHID IN SPIKE / BLOOM LIVE TROPICAL  PLANT $17.00
Time Remaining: 22d 18h 31m
Buy It Now for only: $17.00

DTPS. FUSHENG'S GLAD LIP 'HIRO-W30' LIVE PHAL ORCHID IN SPIKE / BLOOM LIVE PLANT
DTPS. FUSHENG'S GLAD LIP 'HIRO-W30' LIVE PHAL ORCHID IN SPIKE / BLOOM LIVE PLANT $16.00
Time Remaining: 22d 18h 33m
Buy It Now for only: $16.00

PHAL. LIOULIN PHOENIX 'MAKOTO' ORCHID IN SPIKE / BLOOM LIVE TROPICAL PLANT #2
PHAL. LIOULIN PHOENIX 'MAKOTO' ORCHID IN SPIKE / BLOOM LIVE TROPICAL PLANT #2 $16.00
Time Remaining: 22d 18h 37m
Buy It Now for only: $16.00

YELLOW PURPLE STRIPED PHAL ORCHID IN SPIKE / BLOOM LIVE TROPICAL PLANT
YELLOW PURPLE STRIPED PHAL ORCHID IN SPIKE / BLOOM LIVE TROPICAL PLANT $18.00
Time Remaining: 22d 18h 37m
Buy It Now for only: $18.00

PINK PHAL ORCHID 2 SPIKES IN SPIKE / BLOOM LIVE TROPICAL PLANT LARGE FLOWERS
PINK PHAL ORCHID 2 SPIKES IN SPIKE / BLOOM LIVE TROPICAL PLANT LARGE FLOWERS $18.00
Time Remaining: 22d 18h 37m
Buy It Now for only: $18.00

WHITE PURPLE STRIPED PHAL ORCHID W/ 1+ SEED POD LIVE TROPICAL PLANT
WHITE PURPLE STRIPED PHAL ORCHID W/ 1+ SEED POD LIVE TROPICAL PLANT $20.00
Time Remaining: 22d 18h 45m
Buy It Now for only: $20.00

PURPLE WHITE SPOTTED PHAL ORCHID IN SPIKE / BLOOM LIVE TROPICAL PLANT
PURPLE WHITE SPOTTED PHAL ORCHID IN SPIKE / BLOOM LIVE TROPICAL PLANT $16.00
Time Remaining: 23d 6h 27m
Buy It Now for only: $16.00

Phal. I-Hsin Gold Puff "KH6770"-Mature-BS!!
Phal. I-Hsin Gold Puff $34.95
Time Remaining: 23d 11h 6m
Buy It Now for only: $34.95

LIGHT PURPLE STRIPED PHAL ORCHID 2 SPIKES IN SPIKE / BLOOM LIVE TROPICAL PLANT
LIGHT PURPLE STRIPED PHAL ORCHID 2 SPIKES IN SPIKE / BLOOM LIVE TROPICAL PLANT $18.00
Time Remaining: 26d 5h 37m
Buy It Now for only: $18.00

STRIPED PHAL ORCHID IN SPIKE / BLOOM LIVE TROPICAL PLANT
STRIPED PHAL ORCHID IN SPIKE / BLOOM LIVE TROPICAL PLANT $18.00
Time Remaining: 26d 5h 41m
Buy It Now for only: $18.00

1 Plant - Orchid Hybrids Phal.stuartiana x Phal.cornu-cervi (No ship USA)
1 Plant - Orchid Hybrids Phal.stuartiana x Phal.cornu-cervi (No ship USA) $7.00
Time Remaining: 27d 54m
Buy It Now for only: $7.00

PHAL. LIOULIN PHOENIX 'MAKOTO' FLWR SPIKE W/ 3 SEED PODS LIVE TROPICAL PLANT
PHAL. LIOULIN PHOENIX 'MAKOTO' FLWR SPIKE W/ 3 SEED PODS LIVE TROPICAL PLANT $22.00
Time Remaining: 28d 10h 53m
Buy It Now for only: $22.00

PURPLE WHITE STRIPED PHAL ORCHID IN SPIKE W/ SEED POD LIVE TROPICAL PLANT
PURPLE WHITE STRIPED PHAL ORCHID IN SPIKE W/ SEED POD LIVE TROPICAL PLANT $19.00
Time Remaining: 28d 11h 7m
Buy It Now for only: $19.00

DTPS. CHAMPION LIGHTNING 'KAMINARI' PHAL IN SPIKE / BLOOM LIVE TROPICAL PLANT
DTPS. CHAMPION LIGHTNING 'KAMINARI' PHAL IN SPIKE / BLOOM LIVE TROPICAL PLANT $17.00
Time Remaining: 29d 5h 59m
Buy It Now for only: $17.00

Phal. I-Hsin Spotted Deer "KH6705"-Mature-BS!!
Phal. I-Hsin Spotted Deer $34.95
Time Remaining: 29d 11h 23m
Buy It Now for only: $34.95

Proven Guidelines to Caring for Orchids

Successfully caring for orchids is not just for the sophisticated grower or wealthy class as many people believe.  Orchids can be cultivated successfully by almost anyone because of the incredible variety of species that exists.

There are over 25,000 species alone and more than 100,000 orchid hybrids which allows any person from virtually any place in the world to find an orchid type within their personal budget that will thrive despite the diverse growing conditions around the world.

In most cases, most people discover that caring for an orchid does not demand any more effort and skill than any other house plant.  But just like any plant, growing orchids successfully requires some understanding of the specific species selected and its care needs.

Take a little time to understand the species you have selected.  Note the types of pots and potting mediums required.  Buy the right fertilizer and understand the lighting and watering needs of your particular plant.

By learning the basics, you will have all the skills needed to grow an orchid successfully and enjoy the beauty of the most fragile but gorgeous blossoms of these unique plants. This second to none beauty is what makes orchid growers so passionate and devoted.

In not time at all, you will have your first orchid with blossoms just like the local orchid store.  You will feel like a pro!

If you are fortunate, you may have received an orchid as a gift or a thoughtful surprise from a dear friend.  And the type of orchid most often given as a gift is known as a Phal orchid or Phaleanopsis.

The Phal orchid is known for its vivid white or purple petals and they are typically one of the easiest species to care for compared some other orchid options available.

Whether by a gift or direct purchase, you can expect most of the common orchid types to bloom for roughly 2-3 months if you have provided the proper care.

Most importantly, be sure your orchid gets enough light but not direct.  Place them near a window and avoid the direct midday sunlight that can be too intense for most orchids.

Early morning sunshine is best so look for a place on the eastern side of your home, if possible.  For some climates where winter sunlight is poor, you can replace natural sunlight with lighting from a fluorescent light situated about 12 to 14 inches over the orchid plant.

Temperature is also a key growing factor.  Keep your orchid in places that maintain temperatures above 55 degrees Fahrenheit but not over 80 to 85 degrees.  In temperatures above 90 degrees, orchids will start shedding their buds and may cease to bloom altogether.

Orchids need a potting medium that is moist but too much.  A common cause of failure among new orchid growers is over watering.  Sometimes it is best to wait another day even when you think the plant needs water just to be safe.

Expect to water every 7-10 days for most orchid types.  A potted orchid can also be placed in a container of water to create a more humid environment but be careful to not allow the roots of the orchid to be in direct contact with the water or it will be damaged.

A common tip for keeping your orchid blooming as long as possible is to fertilize just before it blooms.  Once the blooms appear, additional feeding is not usually needed.

Pruning your orchid while it is blooming is another key suggestion to prolong your blooming plant.  By learning and providing the proper care for your orchid, you can enjoy the beauty of these wonderful flowers throughout their entire blooming season.

Don't be intimidated. Have fun.

 

About the Author

Jan is an orchid expert. To learn more about caring for orchids, visit my website at http://OrchidsCarePro.com.  You can register for my free Orchids Mini Course and get all the key tips about purchasing, transporting, pruning and fertilizing to properly care for your orchids.

After a stem has died and fallen off a phal. orchid, how long does it take to grow back and flower again?

The plant is healthy otherwise.

Phals (and other orchid species) only bloom once a year. Here are some tips on care:

Orchids are surprisingly easy to grow and most people kill them by overwatering - this is the most disasterous thing to do to an orchid. Water only when the plant feels absolutely dry. Lift it up and see how heavy it is. If it's light then water, if not leave it alone. When you water depends on the temperatures and humidity in your home. Also, water in the morning so that the plant has time to absorb the moisture. Shake the pot well to get rid of excess water.

They are actually air plants and draw a lot of moisture from the air so humidity is a must. You can achieve this by placing the plant in a dish filled with rocks and water (make sure the bottom of the pot doesn't touch the water). A daily misting will make your plant very happy.

The orchid should have bright light, but no sun. The pot should be one that has holes all over it to allow aeration.

After it has bloomed (again, they bloom once a year, usually between December and February) don't fertilize it and cut back on the water. The plant needs to rest during this time. Once spring comes, and the orchid wants to grow again, start fertilizing (WalMart actually sells a good orchid fertilizer). A handful of charcoal on top will make the plant quite happy.

Orchids love to be outside. Just make sure that the plant is never exposed to direct sun and watch that the temperatures don't dip below 50F. Chances are you may never have to water it during this time (I don't) but keep checking the weight of the pot.

Good luck. Treat her well and you'll have many years of joy out of her.

How to repot a Phalaenopsis orchid plant

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