Description �� Caring and Handling Tips: 1. Light Ideal: Bright, indirect light. Avoid: Direct midday sun (can burn leaves); too little light will prevent blooming. Tip: East or north-facing windows are best; south or west windows need a sheer curtain. 2. Temperature & Humidity Day: 70–85°F (21–29°C) Night: 60–70°F (16–21°C) Humidity: 50–70% Tip: Use a humidity tray or humidifier in dry environments. 3. Watering Frequency: Once a week in cooler months; 2x per week when warm and dry. Method: Water early in the day to allow drying by night; avoid crown rot by keeping water out of the central leaf base. Tip: Use room-temperature water; allow media to almost dry out between waterings. 4. Potting & Media Media: Coarse bark, sphagnum moss, or a mix designed for orchids. Pot: Clear plastic pots with drainage holes help monitor root health. Repotting: Every 1–2 years, ideally after blooming. 5. Feeding Fertilizer: Balanced orchid fertilizer (e.g., 20-20-20 or “bloom booster” with higher phosphorus). Frequency: Every 2 weeks during growing season; monthly during dormancy. Tip: Dilute to 1/4 or 1/2 strength to prevent fertilizer burn. 6. Flower Spike Care After blooming, you can: Cut the spike back to a node to encourage a secondary bloom. Or cut the spike off entirely to help the plant conserve energy.
