are good as indoor orchids because they have long lasting blooms and if the plant is healthy it can bloom twice a year.
Lady's Slippers from warm climates and Moth Orchids usually do fine in regular indoor temperatures i.e. 70 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and down to between 60 to 65 degrees at night.
Thanks so much! I'm going to try to grow an indoor orchid, and had no idea
where to
start until I read your informative article. Now I know to look for a
Lady's
Slipper orchid from a cooler climate, which is 100% more than I knew 5
minutes ago!
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How Do I Grow Orchids Indoors?Is it possible to grow orchids indoors? Most certainly! There are several types of orchids which are suitable as indoor orchids. It's important to select an indoor orchid which blooms in the light and temperature conditions of your own home. Moth Orchids - The Ideal Indoor OrchidA very good choice for an indoor orchid is the Moth orchid (Phalaenopsis). These Moth orchids have multi-flowered spikes which range from white to lavender in color. They sometimes have stripes and a contrasting center color. Lady's Slippers for Indoor OrchidsAnother good choice for an indoor orchid is Lady's Slippers (Paphiopedilum). The flowers on this type of indoor orchid can last anywhere from 1 to 3 months, and older plants can bloom throughout the year. Lady's Slippers have an exotic look with unusual warts, hairs, and striped colors. Some people dislike Lady's Slippers because of their unusual appearance, but most people adore them for their spectacular blooms. Conditions for Indoor OrchidsMost indoor orchids prefer a bright filtered light. An east-facing window is the best choice, but south or west-facing windows can also work if the indoor orchids are kept at a distance from the window to prevent the leaves from scorching in the direct sun. It is also a good idea to filter the sunlight with sheer curtains. Indoor orchids need the correct amount of light. Too little light and the leaves will become dark green and the flowers will not bloom. Too much light can burn the indoor orchid. Indoor orchids also need sufficient humidity. You can keep the humidity level high by placing a water-filled saucer underneath the indoor orchids. You can also mist the leaves once a day or install a humidifier. Remember though, indoor orchids need a dry atmosphere at night or they may succumb to disease. Temperatures for Indoor OrchidsThere are various types of Lady's Slippers. Some prefer warm temperatures while others prefer cooler air. Lady's Slippers which are from warm climates usually have mottled leaves, and those with solid green leaves prefer cooler temperatures.
Lady's Slippers from cooler climates do well with temperatures between 60 and 65 degrees during the day and down to 50 to 55 at night. Indoor orchids can tolerate warmer or colder temperatures that these, but in order to bloom, they must have a nighttime temperature which is about 15 degrees cooler than the daytime temperature. If they are exposed to warmer temperatures, indoor orchids need more humidity and good air circulation. Cooler temperatures may cause them to stop growing. Indoor orchids can be watered once or twice a week during the summer months and during periods of vigorous growth. During the cooler months the watering schedule can be reduced to once every two weeks. Fertilizer should be given about once a month. Keep roots evenly moist all year. Water once or twice a week in warm weather and during vigorous growth, less often as growth slows. During active growth, fertilize with a quarter- to half-strength solution at least once a month. Comments
Teresa 15 Apr 2007, 10:42
Connie Pop 06 Aug 2007, 15:12
Can I replant my orchid bulb? I thought it was an annual plant. Please
advise.
Niamh 12 Sep 2007, 08:42
I have what I think is a moth Orchid.
I had the first lot of bloom and now waiting for the two new buds to flower. I need to know if I should repot the plant. It has 6 strong leaves at the stem, but the shoot is only about 15inches long and ready to bloom, is that because the pot is confining the plant?
karen 23 Nov 2007, 20:22
when should i cut the stems of my orchid? the flower has died, how far down
should i cut it?
soraya 29 Jan 2008, 13:50
does anyone know how often to water indoor orchids and what water temp? a
friend of mine gave me what looks like a moth orchid and it's my new
love<3
susu 29 Jan 2008, 19:25
soraya:
If the orchid is actively growing you can water it 2 or 3 times a week with room temperature water. Orchids go through a dormant period each year - usually in the winter, when you can cut the watering back to once every 1 or 2 weeks. Enjoy your new love!
Christine Zaso 25 Feb 2008, 16:51
I bought an orchid in a small plastic "pot", i need to how to "repot" this
and if it would be alright to put it in a brass planter? do I use regular
potting soil? rocks, moss? not sure! HELP!
Paul 25 Feb 2008, 19:23
Christine:
Don't use a brass planter, unless you're going to keep the orchid in the plastic and use the brass planter just for decoration. The brass will leach harmful toxins into the soil. Use a potting medium that is suitable for the type of orchid you have. Ask at a nursery and tell them the type of orchid you have and they will steer you in the right direction.
Elkie 29 Feb 2008, 01:47
I have just lost the flowers on my orchid (had it over three months) can
anyone tell me what to do next and how long I will wait for the new blooms
to happen, or is that it for my moth orchid. I have been watering the
roots whenever they turn white, to restore them back to green, the leaf
section is a very vibrant green, so I didn't think it would be ready to
replace.
Please help! - owner of very naked orchid!
Kimberly 01 Mar 2008, 05:04
helo,
can any1 tell where can i buy moth orchids and their price range? i'm newly relocated to PJ.
Paul 01 Mar 2008, 12:29
Elkie
You might have to wait a few months before they bloom again. Just keep them in good condition by following the lighting and water recommendations. My orchids usually sleep for a 3-4 months after a period of blooming.
Shirley Green 04 Apr 2008, 15:21
Help! Do not like to see neglected plants in the supermarket I use. At
different times have picked up three orchids, two had good leaves but only
the dead flowers were on them, one seems to have disappeared, the small one
is struggling, if I am patient will they come through again? The third is
quite large and had lovely white flowers, these have since died off but I
now have three outer healthy looking shoots but small bulbous leaves in the
centre with what looks like some form of jelly inside. I know they were
cheaper but I do not like to give up on my plants. So far have read all
your comments as to how to keep them so I am trying.
Julia 16 Apr 2008, 04:02
I'm leaving the country so reluctantly selling my orchid (argh!) Only
trouble is I know nothing about them really including which type I actually
have! Does anybody know a good site I can visit to spot it by picture? It's
an indoor one and the flowers are quite small with a very pale yellow/lemon
colour. Anybody know what I'm describing??!
sue 03 May 2008, 18:15
My orchid was ready to bud with four buds on the end of the stem- SOmeone
backed in to it and the stem broke off just below the highest node- What
should I do now? Should I cliip it back and if so how far?
leann 12 May 2008, 13:27
I just received moth orchid and there is water setting in the botom of the
pot there are no drainage holes should I make a few holes?
paul 12 May 2008, 13:44
Leann,
I think you should add some drainage holes. Orchids do not like to sit in water.
Kristine 02 Jun 2008, 19:38
i cut my orchid once above the highest node, and it rebloomed, but the next
time my friend cut my phal orchid off it was too low i think..... then
eventually the whole stem rotted/broke off..... now it grows new leaves and
roots but no stem or flowers. is there anything i can do to save it?
peter s 20 Jun 2008, 09:46
can you please tell me how to repot indoor orchids also should one remove
wizened airial roots
tracey 24 Jun 2008, 22:06
i just got an orchid plat from my mom there is one flower on it .there are
a lot of stems shooting out what do i do? i am not sure if to cut them
angelag2020@aol.com 26 Jun 2008, 09:03
how do i get rid of ants repotted once
julie 19 Jul 2008, 02:20
i am a new orchid owner- all my flowers have fallen off after 3 months what
do i do with the long stems?
Sue 20 Jul 2008, 04:51
My flowers have all fallen off. How far down the stem do I cut off to
encourage new growth.
Paul 20 Jul 2008, 09:13
Sue and Julie:
You can cut off the long stems where the flowers have fallen off. The plant may have gone into a dormant stage, so cut back on water for a while (2 - 3 months) and them resume water and fertilizer feedings as before.
Elizabeth Harris 23 Aug 2008, 01:00
Good Morning. I have a new orchid which was given to me last week for a
present. It is very pretty. I have watered it once since last week. One of
the flowers which was open has dried up and fallen off and two of the buds
look like they are drying up and about to fall. Am I doing something wrong.
Please help.I notice Paul seems to reply to a lot of queries maybe he can
help me or someone else. Thank you.
Elizabeth Harris 23 Aug 2008, 01:01
Good Morning. I have a new orchid which was given to me last week for a
present. It is very pretty. I have watered it once since last week. One of
the flowers which was open has dried up and fallen off and two of the buds
look like they are drying up and about to fall. Am I doing something wrong.
Please help.I notice Paul seems to reply to a lot of queries maybe he can
help me or someone else. Thank you.
julian 24 Aug 2008, 17:19
hi. i just bought an orchid and it is developing small wholes in it. i
think it's drying up, but i'm not sure. could you tell me when i should cut
it to promote growth, how high on the stem, how to fertilize it and with
what to firtilize it with. i need some serious help.
alex 11 Sep 2008, 03:05
Hi, i was given a moth orchid around 3 and a half months ago which was in
flower. The flowers are now all dropping off and the stems have gone a
sort of yellowy white colour - can anyone tell me if this is normal and I
should just water it occasioanlly until it flowers again or does the stem
colour mean I have done something wrong? Thanks Alex
LAURA 26 Sep 2008, 07:40
hi I was wondering if an orchid would grow in my student accomadation. My
room is west or east facing.
Ann E.Dorman 16 Oct 2008, 13:18
Could you tell me about replanting ie. type of soil and container. I have a
Dendrobium. It flowers well. Thank you.
robert allan 20 Oct 2008, 13:47
What sort of pot should I use to repot my indoor orchid? - it is now in a
clear pastic pot but is has become too small
many thanks
margaret 03 Nov 2008, 08:32
was given orchid as a gift a month ago , all the flowers fell off before
they fully opened , don't want to loose it, what am i doing wrong, there
was'nt a name on the plant, so what basic care do they need.xx
Daisy 05 Nov 2008, 09:56
Here are a few good links: (copy and paste them to your browser if needed)
all your questions will be answered!
General care: http://www.phals.com/rb_care.html http://www.aboutorchids.com/care/index.html http://www.napavalleyorchids.com/rules.htm
Cheryl Spick 01 Dec 2008, 00:16
I have had my orchid for a couple of years now and i have new leaves with
wat look like roots growing along my stem. The would be easily removed
whilst keeping the main stem intact. I wondered whether you are supposed
to remove them and plant them like a new bud in a separate pop?
Cheryl xXx
carolee cohen 20 Dec 2008, 10:45
After having moved our furniture and belongings back to our condo after
extensive renovation, 5 days ago I brought over my gorgeous Moth orchid
that has been thriving magnificiently where we have stayed for a year. The
furniture and wardrobes were stored for a year in air conditioned pods. It
all came back musty smelling and low and behold many wardrobes and boxes
had bugs that had eaten away at clothing. Obviously everything was
imediately thrown out and cleaned. The orchid, within 5 days lost all
bloooms and the branch turned yellow,...dead! The leaves remained green
the same as before. There has been no sun, windows covered with sheers and
condo kept very cool.Could there be toxidity in the air that would effect
it? Please help, I want to keep orchids in my home.
Thank You, Carolee
bijan 25 Dec 2008, 12:07
hi
can you tel me why my orkhid plants for second time blooming have only few [2-3 ] flowers what shal i do solving this problrm? that my orkhid plant bloom more flowers az before? bets regards
saroj 03 Jan 2009, 23:58
hi
i would like to have answers to all comments
Mo 13 Feb 2009, 16:40
I have 6 different kinds of orchids. They've always been my fav. flower.
Only one blooms regularly. Likely the others are still to young. The Phal,
which blooms every 4 months or so, is sporting some keikis now. I will be
removing the baby plants (keikis) in the Spring and potting them
separately. I will also trim up the roots, any that are not fat, juicy,
and wormy looking must go. I don't trim aerial ones unless they're dying.
And I don't trim stems that are dead. Now if they fall off when I barely
tap them that's okay.
mr&mrs 18 Feb 2009, 05:46
we have an orchid which is flowering for its 3rd time how far do u cut the
dead stems down and when is the best time to do so
Judy 20 Feb 2009, 14:06
I just purchased a new orchid at a local orchid show. When I got it home I
noticed it had black spots on its leaves. Is this mold or is it diseased?
If it is diseased, how can I treat it and what do I treat it with.
Thank you, Judy
barbara jones 15 Mar 2009, 06:57
After more than eight years of nothing but new leaf growth it looks like
I'm finally getting a new flower spike. The spike is growing directly
under a leaf and I'm wondering should I remove the leaf or will the spike
grow around it.
P.S. I have a Phaleanopisis
LisaBeth 05 Apr 2009, 10:48
I am a new proud mother of (2)beautiful Phaleanopisis'.
Those of you new to the orchid care,you will find many rewards of beauty and love for your new ones.Care for them as you would your own child or pet.They will reward you w/a love of beauty.
Beverley 26 Apr 2009, 06:03
once the flowers have died and leaves have dropped of do i cut the orchid
down? if so how far?
Julia Tessenear 01 May 2009, 19:02
I have just received two beautiful moth
orchids from my daughter. I've read some information about the care & reading all the comments. These plants deserve the best of care & I'll try and do that. This challenge will be new to me. This is a great site. Thanks Julie
Juanita 09 May 2009, 16:04
I received a beautiful orchid when I was just out of the hospital..My
husband watered it to much and all the flowers fell off. The roots still
have green to them and the leaves are doing fine. Will the plant ever
rebloom??? I would love to hear something back from you and thank you very
much....Juanita
Cheryl 11 May 2009, 12:04
HELP!
My husband gave me an orchid for Valentines Day. I love it, but the flowers have fallen off and the stems have withered away (brown). Now what do I do? Never had an orchid before.
Molly Mabe 15 May 2009, 14:49
I received an orchid for Christmas and the last bloom just died. I had
heard to cut it off at on of the nodules, but then do I closet it or leave
it in the same filtered light where it has flourished to this point? I
killed one about 10 years ago and hope not to have the same happen this
time. I have heard that they are very easy to handle. Please help. :)
Lanna 18 May 2009, 07:19
My indoor orchid had beautiful blooms but they are gone now. The stem is
still green and heathy looking. Should I trim the stem off or leave it
alone?
Reiner 19 May 2009, 11:02
I have new vandas but I'll buy it cuttings, can u give me a tips how to
grow it well? pls reply,... "ASAP" Thanks.Ü
Louise 03 Jun 2009, 06:13
I was recently given an orchid which I've loved, but I'm worried it's not
doing so well. The last three flowers failed to open and dropped off as
buds. No new buds have appeared although the stems were growing. On
advice I moved the plant to better light conditions, closer to the West
facing window (although the damage may have already been done). In the
past two days the tips of the stems have begun to turn brown, and one of
the larger leaves has effectively wilted. Any ideas what I've done to
cause this, and any help would be gratefully received on what I should do
to save it.
Nanci Horn 16 Jun 2009, 19:41
I have just recently purchased an orchid plant. It is very pretty and in
bloom (sounds like it's a moth variety). My problem is that it has many
large roots sticking out of container. Am I supposed to repot this plant
covering the roots? Please help. These plants are expensive. I consider
myself to have a green thumb but mostly with outdoor gardening. I have the
plant in a bay window in front of a covered patio area. Thanks!
megan 20 Jun 2009, 19:47
my mom gave me her orchid after the flowers fell off... what am i supposed
to do for care and for it to bloom again
Sara Collin 21 Jun 2009, 14:48
Just repeating someone elses's question - my orchid has flowered 3 years in
a row - but the stem is really long . Can I cut the stem and if so, where
and when. My orchid has just finished flowering for the 3rd time.
Thankyou sara PS. It's a moth orchid - and would like to see it continue to flowere
Susan 21 Jun 2009, 23:00
The blooms on my orchid are gone. What do I need to do to keep it producing
blooms? The leaves are healthy but the empty stem is a sad sight. Do I cut
it back and if so how far down should it be cut? I would like a response. I
don't want to lose it.
Thanks
marina 22 Jun 2009, 09:38
Hey! we have a moth orchid on our yacht. it was oi and i was really
taking care of it, flowers wouldnt stop blooming. last week i went away
for a few days and i returned and most of the flowers were dried and
fell...and the roots are yellow! I think she really missed me :( well this
morning i cut off the yellow roots...and kept it out of the bark for the
whole day. I think i watered it before i left and maybe watered it a bit
too much? can someone help? shall i change the soil / bark???? Pleeease
Melissa 28 Jun 2009, 08:59
I have a moth orchid, that was blooming, but one shoot has completely lost
all of its flowers and is yellowy-brown to about one inch of where it
shoots off the main stem. The flowers are still flourishing on that main
stem. I'm wondering if I should trim off the long yellowy-brown shoot to
just where it turns green? And, also, how much watering should I be doing?
I don't think I did enough in the beginning. Can you help?
Tricia 02 Jul 2009, 13:02
I have a moth orchid. One stem has the last flower that bloomed on it and
it is starting to wilt. The other flowers have already bloomed and wilted,
which I cut off at the junction of the blooms stem and the main branch. I
noticed a little shoot emerging from the end of the main branch. How do I
care for it in order to stimulate new flowers? Also, will new shoots
emerge from where I cut off the previous flowers that bloomed?
Saffron 03 Jul 2009, 21:00
I just bought an orchid at Home Depot without knowing anything about them.
This page was very helpful! I also have concerns though. I looked at it
very closely and noticed there are tiny little green things on it with six
legs (aphids?) They are on all the flowers, and a lot of them. I am
assuming this is not a good thing. I have no other house plants, so I am
not worried about quarantining it at all. What should I do? Is it bad to
have them? How do I get rid of them?
jackie 10 Jul 2009, 07:54
how do i care for my indoor orchid now that the last bloom has dropped off
,will it flower again ?
Jessica 15 Jul 2009, 09:07
I have a new Moth Orchid and I almost drowned it because I thought they
were a water plant. (it was a gift from my boyfriend) anyways I got it all
cleaned up , thanks to your information. but Now I was just wondering where
do I cut the stem once my blooms fall off. One bloom as already begain to
die, and I'm not sure if thats because I almost killed the plant or if its
blooming is over for now. please email me I am in dier need for
information. lol
-jessica
Dianne 22 Jul 2009, 00:02
I have a beautiful Deep Fushia Phalaenopsis that was given to me by my son
for Mother's Day. Just today the last bloom fell off. My instructions
says to cut under 3cm below the first bloom. Would that first bloom be the
one on the tip of the plant or more to the base of the plant, closer to the
leaves. Please let me know asap for I want to do the right thing by this
plant so I can enjoy more beautiful blooms.
-Dianne
ray 22 Jul 2009, 18:02
I have what I believe to be a moth orchid,and after it gave up it's
flowers I cut it back as the directions said to do. Now after some time I
have 8-9 long stems coming out of what looks like the base of the plant.
Are these new shoots or are they roots and what do I do with them?
Jean 24 Jul 2009, 05:24
I have a moth orchid and it is flowering for the second time . Should I
repot it or are they happy in confind space
Shelley 28 Jul 2009, 17:39
Hi there, I bought a moth Orchid in a ceramic pot which has a built in
drainage tray, I really love it but I have had it about 2 weeks and the
leaves are becoming limp and sort of wrinkled looking. I have been
following the care instructions which told me to water once a week (have
watered twice now) but it is not thriving? I was told some sunlight but
not a lot. Please advise what I am doing wrong to cause the leaves to
wrinkle. Thank you
Gwyneth Smith 05 Aug 2009, 01:40
Hi, I was given a white orchid in April in a pot about the size if a small
yoghurt carton, I've given it a teaspoonful of water evry week since, it
sits on a North facing window sill and has seemed happy until now, last
week I noticed that its leaves were becoming shrivelled and flowers limp,
having already killad beautiful orchid in the past from over watering I'm
dithering about what to do to A) revieve this one and B) the care for it on
going.
Delilah Joles 07 Aug 2009, 14:58
Hi, I just bought an orchid last month and Im not really what sure what
kind it is. I thinks its a Dendrobium phalaenopsis. And i need tip on how
to care for it. Right now flowers are dying and new are blooming. I water
it every 7 days is that good????
Linda 15 Aug 2009, 21:41
now that my flowers have fallen of my orchid plants, what do I do?
Patricia Hobday 24 Aug 2009, 11:30
My orchid has produced three buds but they are not opening. One has
dropped off and the others have remained the same for four weeks now. Why.
What am I doing wrong.
Freda 27 Aug 2009, 09:29
As per Linda's problem above my question is the same,now that the flowers
have fallen off what do I do with the stem and do I repot as doesn't seem
to have a drain hole in the pot I bought the orchid in - it is a moth
orchid, thanks
Danielle 02 Sep 2009, 09:53
I got an Orchid when i was in the hospital having my son, it has 2 differen
stems on it not sure what kind of orchid it is....but one of the stems has
flowers on it still and the other one all of the flowers have fallen off
and the stem is now brown and looks dead. What should i do with it should i
cut it back?
please e mail me any answers you might have!! Thanks danielle90@hotmail.com
Diane Powell 07 Sep 2009, 13:50
I was given a moth orchid on Mother's Day this year and the blooms stayed
on it until recently, then within a week they had all fallen off. Do I
leave it alone, cut the stems back, and just keep on watering it? I have
never had an orchid before and have no idea what to expect. Please advise
me as what I should do to get it to re-bloom. Thank you!
Simone 11 Sep 2009, 21:22
Hi, just wondering why when the buds are coming out they turn yellow?? it
was sitting in the bathroom next to a window with filtered light. I also
have another one that flowers all the time and is going great guns. Why do
the leaves start to look leathery?? pls help as i love growing my orchids
and would like to know how to grow them more successfully.. Many thanks
Simone 11 Sep 2009, 21:25
I was given an orchid as a house warming present which has been struggling
from the outset. I also have another one in the bathroom which gets
filtered light and blooms really well, however the leaves are looking quite
dehydrated (leathery). The other orchid struggles with blooming, it has 7
buds on it and when they start to bloom the buds are yellow and dont seem
to flower at all.. ?? please help what am i doing wrong?? Many thanks,
Judy 15 Sep 2009, 10:38
I have a tall white indoor orchid that has now dropped it's last flower.
How do I look after it during the winter months ? It is in a smallish pot
as purchased an very root bound, the original instructions were for it to
be stood in a bowl of water every week or so when it became dry. How do I
look after it now as sapplied to watering?
Denise Smith 21 Sep 2009, 08:45
Last year my florst gave me a beautiful
orchid as a thank you for all the business I give him. I do not know the type. Anyway it bloomed again this summer, which my florist said is something he has never been able to do. Anyway, it is done blooming part of the stock has died and now at the end of the dyed stalk it is leafing. What do i do? It does not appear to have a stem for blooming coming out of it, just leaves.
Denise Smith 22 Sep 2009, 09:47
I am also loosing a main leaf, it has split and is turning yellow, does
this mean the plant is dying? do i remove the leaf and hope the other on is
alright?
Mary Kings 22 Sep 2009, 22:30
I have been bitten by the orchid bug. I now have six orchids, all different
colors.They have been blooming over the summer but are starting to lose the
blooms. I am moving them back to a west facing window where they will
receive more afternoon sun. How far do I cut back the stems? There do not
seem to be any answers to this! Someone please reply!!!
HelenL 16 Oct 2009, 01:41
Try this link for loads of FAQ, I found the answer to the stem cutting
question here http://www.orchids.uk.com/faqs.htm
One of mine is still in bloom but the other has dropped and looks very bald, I'm planning on cutting it's stems at the weekend so will let you know how it goes.
Liz 18 Oct 2009, 18:00
I was given an orchid as a gift to me this weekend. It's very special to
me, so obviously I want to take care of it.
Do I water the orchid from the top or the bottom? Should I place stones at the bottom of the container for better drainage?
janet 22 Oct 2009, 08:57
I just became interested in groing orchids indoors. You mentioned they
require sufficient humidity. How much is considered sufficient? Our home
heating system has a special indicator for humitity. What level of humidity
or % of humitity should I adjust?
Also, I am new to your web site. How can I obtain the answers to the questions that other people have asked you? I'm obviously not computer literate! Thank you for your help.
yvonne 06 Nov 2009, 10:26
I have a wonderful orchid that has given me multiple blooms over a period
of a year. Currently all the blooms are off and I'm left with the "naked"
stakes. My question is, do I cut these back at this time and where should I
cut? There are 2 stalks aprox. 16" high each. Also, those crazy roots
that grow outside the pot...what the heck do you do with those?
I too am new to the site aned would like to know how to get the answers to all the wonderful questions people ask! Thanks!
Erika 08 Nov 2009, 18:19
Hey My boyfriend just bought me an orchid for our 5 mont anniversary im not
sure what kind it is it is all purple and i am keeping it indoors im
wondering what kind it is and how to care for it i dont want it to die so
could someone please tell me how to care for it?
Thanks~Erika
margaret 19 Nov 2009, 12:33
i was given an orchid a few weeks ago and all ive got left is a stalk will
this ever flower again i dont know what kind of orchid it is.
maureen 24 Nov 2009, 08:08
what do i do when the flower dies!
geri 24 Nov 2009, 10:40
It the main blooming stalk is dead does that mean that the plant is dead
and not going to bloom again?
Fanny 25 Nov 2009, 03:54
Hi, would you help me. I am in UAE (Abu Dhabi) right now and planning to
have orchid in my room. Room temperature around 22 degrees celcius. I'm
from Indonesia and I have orchid garden in my house. But never have indoor
orchid before. Would you please advice me what kind of orchid that better
indoor and how to take care.
Thanks
Storm 20 Dec 2009, 20:05
I have an orchid inside my apartment, recently i've noticed white fluffy
stuff around the leave growth coming up from the bulbs. I'm assuming this
is either scale or mealy bugs. On the leafy portion of the plant I'm
wiping the leaf with alcohol swabs, however, I'm not quite sure what to use
of the new foalage coming through. Do you have any suggestions?
Regards Storm
Debbie 29 Dec 2009, 14:16
The flowers fell off my orchid, the green leaves are healthy looking. What
do I do next?
Lori 31 Dec 2009, 15:10
Hi I have an orchid which in August lost the flowers then the stems then
the leaves just fell off. I heard they go dormant but i think this one is
gone as I mentioned the leaves fell off. What do you think? I have been
watering it every 2 weeks or so as I have read to do while dormant. thanks
for your input.
Al 05 Jan 2010, 10:39
Good Day,
I have a zygopetalum which I keep indoors at my office. I have noticed a few black spots on some leaves. I cut the spot off of the tip, but now the dark spot has returned. What could be the cause. I also think that the roots need to be evaluated because as I water it the water just runs right out. Please help
Susan Pierce 15 Jan 2010, 17:28
I have a phealonopsis (sp)which was given to me about 10 years ago,
apparently I have been lucky in my care but the ariel things are driving me
crazy there are so many and I don't know where to cut. Some have a little
green (?) colored point on them and I suspect these are living.However I
want to remove the long ones-too many.I hate to ask this when there
there is so much tragedy in Haiti
Rob 16 Jan 2010, 09:26
My orchid has a yello-orange bedding.Is that healthy for my orchid or
should I scrape it off?
dave 20 Jan 2010, 05:53
the flowers drod of my orchid and i cut stems down to blub.
will it ever grow agane
SigneRockhold 22 Jan 2010, 18:50
How much fertilizer should i give my plant have a mix of water and
fetilizer but how much should i give my plant cups, teaspoons, somebody
help me?
Thank you
Jean Clarke 26 Jan 2010, 05:37
I have had a white Orchid for about 3 years which
was in flower when bought. Since then it has grown a lot of long, spindly roots but no flowers. How can I remedy this? It looks very healthy.
darlene granger 26 Jan 2010, 18:08
my orchids are very green and healthy with green roots and growing nicely.
I have of them and three have blosoms, but the blosoms dry up before they
open. Can you give me a suggestion on how to resolve this problem.
Thank you
gloriaP 01 Feb 2010, 09:57
Hi, i think my orchid is a Lady's Slipper, but not sure, i've had it since
last year, i let it die down after it had finished flowering and nurtured
it and it is now flowered again, 9flowers in all, with 6 plain green
leaves. what do i do about repotting it, one root is protruding out of the
bottom of pot and is a nice green colour, so healthy, but all others are
crambed in the small pot. Will i loose it if i go ahead and re-pot? I would
like more flowers to grow later on. Its so pretty.I can send photo if
needed.
Margie 17 Feb 2010, 09:00
I have a phalaenopsis orchid and I must have over watered it because all
the leaves filled with water and fell off.W hat should I do now The stem
seem to be now dying or drying at the top of the stem .Please respond.
Thanks
Lydia 26 Feb 2010, 14:05
Thank you!!! My orchid is budding and blooming fast. Its a Moth orchid, my
mom loves it!!!!
PAT 05 Mar 2010, 20:46
Hello
I am new to orchids. bought one and have had it for abt 1 year. the flowers fell off after abt 2 months and I just left it alone, ( only watered it every week) I got new buds on it and was thrilled. however the buds refuse to open. These buds have stayed on the stem unopened for the last 3 months. What can I do to make them open? thanks for your help
viji 10 Mar 2010, 04:55
Ibought my orchid plant about 6 months ago with lavender coloured flowers.
The flowers have fallen and the stem look dry but the leaves are looking
healthy.Since the fall of the flowers the plant has put out a new leaf but
there are no new stems or flowers. Should I cut the old stem. How can I
make the plant to flower again?
Thank you
Pat 14 Mar 2010, 14:15
I have a very tall indoor orchid. one stem is dead - the flowers have
fallen. How far down do I cut the stem? Will it flower again. It is in a
very cramped pot - I plan to repot - is there a special technique? How far
below the soil should the bulb be? thanks.
Tamara 23 Mar 2010, 11:09
How do i get my indoor orchid to re-bloom?
this is my first orchid plant and i have no idea on what to do for it to help it re-bloom.
phylis Marks 24 Mar 2010, 10:58
my orchid has not bloomed this year although it has two red what looks like
bulbs on it and the leaves are all shrivled up i dont know what to do for
the best please advice me about the best action to take
marilynn 01 Apr 2010, 10:39
I have a phalsenopsis(moth) orchid an noticed the flowers are drooping.
When you use a stone method of raising the humidity do you take the plant
out of the original container an let it sit on top of the rocks?
sheila 02 Apr 2010, 05:02
i have 4 orchids in total 3 of them the leafsare looking very floppy could
you please tell me what io can do
Apes 11 Apr 2010, 14:30
I literally decapitated my orchid! My husband got me a Pink Phalaenopsis. I
placed it in my bedroom window to get passive sun light and I let the shade
down forgetting it was there and CHOP! The entire bloomage sliced off clean
from the top. So I am left with a long stick to water and give sun to.
HOW LONG UNTIL SHE'LL GROW BACK??? HOW LONG MUST I WAIT, please help.
Barbara 14 Apr 2010, 04:19
can you tell me why the leaves on my orchid look limp and life less, my
brother has an orchid the same as mine and his leaves are a beautiful green
alley 14 Apr 2010, 11:26
i just got a orchid as a gift from my hubby and i dont have a clue how to
care for it or how to water it the 1st couple weeks it was blooming
beautfully but know the petals look sad am i suppose to water them
evetyday? should i spray on the petals or on the bottom of the plant?what
should i do??? help!!! i dont want to kill this beautful flower. i dont
know what kind of orchid it is its the most common on u see in the stores
its all white some1 please help me u can email me at alleycoe1979@aol.com
thank you orchid lovers!!
Susan 17 Apr 2010, 10:35
Should I use rainwater or tap water for my orchid, and should I spray the
flower/leaves, any help would be most welcome.
Dianne Bernath 23 Apr 2010, 07:17
My indoor orchid has a multitude of roots??? growing out beside the new
flower. They are very healthy. Is that an indication that we need it in a
larger pot?
Thanks
Marsha 23 Apr 2010, 08:43
I just purchased my first orchid. What do I feed it? Is there a specific
fertilizer to use?
Marina Tarzana 06 May 2010, 20:45
I need to know how to prune an Orchid, the steam is dieing and I don't want
to get to the leaves area
Thank you
denise dato 07 May 2010, 17:07
hello from alaska, i was given an odbrs.iridescent pacific pixie and
haven't a clue about it.how do i care for it? warm or cool moist or dry? i
searched everywhere until i found you.please help if i'm in the right spot
as it is beautiful and don't wish to lose it. thank you so kindly. denise
in ak
laurie 10 May 2010, 10:23
i have white stuff on my orchid will it hurt my other orchids ? can you
please let me know what i can do thank you laurie
maria 13 May 2010, 00:26
check out this website: it answers a lot of these questions!!
http://www.orchids.uk.com/faqs.htm
annie bryan 23 May 2010, 01:59
could you tell me how i should prune after flowering
ksenija 06 Jun 2010, 07:50
when willthe flowers fall of and what should i do with the long stem?
brz 06 Jun 2010, 11:58
HEY PEOPLE, loose means something is loose. lose means you lost something.
LEARN TO SPELL.
Julia 13 Jun 2010, 09:05
I received an orchid for Mother's Day, and now the blooms have fallen off -
I have two beautiful leaves and a long stem where the flowers "were"
hanging. Do I cut the stem? If so, where? How often do I water it? Thank
you so much for any help.
shamin 16 Jun 2010, 15:51
i just replanted mt orchid in a bigger pot but i left the original plastic
plant holder that came with the clay pot on... should i remove the plastic?
cause i was told that i should leave the plant in the plastic so the plant
would still be able to flower. also, i have planted 4 orchids in lone large
pot, is the thing right thing to do?
thx shamin
Rachel 08 Jul 2010, 16:27
I have a moth orchid and all the flowers have fallen off! I'm not sure what
to do next. The leave are very long, thick, and a good color green,
although a little bit droopy. The spike has started to turn brown at the
top. What do I do? Do I cut the spike and if so where?
Anita 11 Jul 2010, 09:37
All of my flowers have fallen off and the stem has a yellowish tint to it.
How low should it be cut and do I cut it below where the first bloom was?
Melissa 16 Jul 2010, 13:57
I think I have a Moth Orchid I got it for my Birthday back in November and
hasn't bloomed since. I have it in my bay window that faces south and I
have sheer curtains to filter the light. The leaves look green but the stem
is a yellow brown. I haven't cut the stem at all but I wonder if I should
and if so how? What more can I do to get them to rebloom again? Thank you!
joann 18 Jul 2010, 15:07
I have a"supermarket orchid" that was given to my mother for mothers day.
Unfortunately, the leaves have fallen off and the stem is turning brown. Is
it a lost cause? I also repotted it in a larger pot with bark cause it was
crammed in the plastic one it came in. It was planted in what looked to be
moss of some sort. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!
kaz 20 Jul 2010, 05:31
been given a lovely orchid after coming out ov hospital,its called
phalaenopsis, i love it,but when roots start to come out ov the top ov the
plant do i poke back into soil or just leave themwhere they want to go, i
think i have got the bug.
lenore citron 23 Jul 2010, 16:40
I have green roots comung out of my plant. What do I do?
Megan DeBrocke 25 Jul 2010, 12:05
THE LEAVES ON MY ORCHID ARE TURNING YELLOW. WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?
THANKS FOR YOUR HELP
Suzy 28 Jul 2010, 13:54
I have green roots coming out of the top of my plant what do I do. Also
the flowers are starting to wilt do they only last a short time and should
I repot it?? Help...... It's beautiful and I love it my husband gave it me
joking that it would only last a short time because I kill all plants but I
have had this now for several months and really really love it. Please
help.
sam 31 Jul 2010, 05:12
I ve Phalaenopsis orchid now it has 3fallen yellow blooms,a yellow bud and
a little new grown green bud refusing to be bigger anymore and 2 yellowing
leaves and other 3 greens …however it was amazingly full of opened blooms
and a fast growing new ones that is a month ago when it was bought…it all
started when we moved z plant to sitting room with an AC cooling z the
room
And since then The grown became slower and z the blooms were falling until now no signs of growing is visible only yellowing gradually.now I ve placed z plant in the entrance room wr day temp 88-94… I wonder if i put some pieces of Sponge on upper roots it would increase humidity.pls help before its too late………
matt 02 Aug 2010, 16:11
i have a moth orchid and all the blooms are falling off. why is this
happening and how can i make it to where it will bloom again? thank you
djaysmktg@comcast.net 02 Aug 2010, 21:08
Need help on where to cut the stem after bloomimg
Sandra 06 Aug 2010, 08:07
I recieved a deep purple Phal as a home warming present a few months ago. a
few days ago, it lost its last flower...and its turned all brown and what
was once its deep green leaves are dropping out. it is dead? is there
anything i could do to revive it? i watered it every 3 days and kept it in
indirect light like i should, but somehow it still managed to die. i don't
know why. please help! :(
brenda 08 Aug 2010, 06:24
how the heck do i repot my flower
nela krishnan 17 Aug 2010, 11:24
I think it will be very helpful for everyone's concern if you put your
anser (help) after each question so we will learn from it as it seems that
we (almost)all have the same problems with this plant besides it will save
lot of time.
m goldstein 21 Aug 2010, 17:58
My orchid plant has white root like growth on one of the stems. The plant
is staying green but no flowers for the past 2 months. What is the green
white growth? Is that a new root to cut away and start another plant?
HSS 26 Sep 2010, 19:09
Hello.. I need to understand how to repot my orchid. It is about three
years old in the same pot and it is falling off the large chunks of stuff.
IT has not bloomed this year. I must need to repot and do something for
the plant. I grow violets and they do fine but I do not have much luck
with this orchid. Thanks for your time and I hope to hear back from
you.Have a nice day. bye now.
duke 06 Oct 2010, 14:11
yes, I am a male... I bought this great orchid because it smells so great..
then the blooms fell off and I have been looking at this pot of leaves and
wonder how I can get those flowers again. It's just a pot full of grass
blades right now and I am considering throwing it out if the blooms cont
come back. Anything I can do to trick it to start flowing? Email me.
Thanks..
hrcduke@hotmail.com
Soo's 08 Oct 2010, 08:36
Hi. The same question as a lot I have just read. Mine was blooming, now 1
have 1 flower left. It has been suggested that I cut back the stem ready
for new growth but can't seem to find anywhere to confirm this. My mums is
still blooming (that I bought her !!!!!)
Please help me !!!!
Angela Hall (Angie) 13 Oct 2010, 07:09
I have white moth orchid (pressy from daughter 06/06/10)the flowers have
just started to fall what is the procedure when all the flowers have been
shed pls help it`s been beautiful and I would like it to flower again, do
I cut it back or just leave it?
Kay 14 Oct 2010, 08:30 I bought my beautiful full bloom Phalaenopsis Orchid the end of May. The bloom died the 1st week of September, not bad. O.K. I did the cut down thing leaving 2 knobs. The leaves are very healthy, knobs o.k. ? how long will it take for something to start happening. I know it is only about 5-6 weeks. Please email Thanks
Matt Dolton 23 Oct 2010, 03:55
Hi. I brought my fiancé a 2 ft orchid. Once all the flowers had dropped
off, we sought advice and cut just below where the flowers were. I water it
lightly once a week but one of the stems gas dried out and gone brown and
the second is starting to shrivel at the top. Have I killed it? Can I save
it?!
Dee 03 Dec 2010, 18:17
I was just given 4 Moth Orchids, I have been reading up on the care of them
because they have always been a favorite of mine. I put a pan of water on
my pellet stove for the humidity, and I am going to get some clay pots to
help me keep from overwatering them. Does anyone have any other suggestions
for me? I would really like to keep them going, they were a present from my
Daughter.
I put the pan on the stove because I live in a dry climate, do you think that is going to be enough humidity or should I try to find a humidifier? Thank you, D
Olish 30 Dec 2010, 09:43
I have just lost the flowers on my Orchid. I have had it about about 2
months. The leaves are still green and it appears to be healthy. Can
anybody tell me what to do now? This is my first Orchid.
Thanks.
Linda Fisher 01 Jan 2011, 18:09
I have two orchids with buds and am so excited. I am watering them but not
sure if I should water more or less and if I should continue to fertilize
them. I can't find any information on this. Any information would be
appreciated. Thanks
JS 17 Jan 2011, 16:28
I have found little fruit flies on my orchrid and one of 3 leaves turned
yellow. I do have new growth after only 6 months but I think it might be
have a disease. what do I do to help it or get rid of the tiny flying
pests?
Tom 22 Jan 2011, 15:09
Dear all, I need some advise from you. Last year I bought this Phalaeonopis
Everlasting Orchid. The flower fell off after several months and it lie
dorment for sereral months then sereral leaves started to grow. I kept
doing what I was doing before gave the plant water, kept the soil moist
etc. Where the flower fell off I noticed a bulge, which is about 16" above
the soil, beginning to form. After a while I noticed a leave then other and
those silver looking runners, roots? showing, appeared as well. Now A
different stem appeared and low and behold this new stem contains bulbs, I
am getting new flowers without doing anything. I had a second stem with
flowers and that one also get new flowers from half way up the old stem.
Question for you all How can I separate the new flowers from the original
plant without doing any damage to the plant? where do I cut? there are six
runners from the new plant.
Charles 03 Feb 2011, 19:16
Trying to stop the shedding of the small unopened flowers.
Maria White 09 Feb 2011, 19:33
Charles,
If the flowerbuds (unopened flowers ) fall off it could be do to either: change of location of the plant,drastic change of tempurature, or to much water. good luck Maria
Fred 16 Feb 2011, 16:45
My Cymbidium orchids finished flowering and after 3 months I divided and re
planted them into bigger pots. They are looking really sick, the bulbs are
going soft and brown and the green leaves are drooping, can you please help
as they were beautiful before my amateur re potting.
Cheers, Fred.
JJ 07 Mar 2011, 17:39
JS,
Yellow leafs = BIG no-no!!!!! If your orchid has yellow leafs, that means they're 2 dry. Have U been misting your orchid? If not, PLEASE DO!!!!! I can bet your orchids are trying to say 'WAAAAATERRR!!!!' :) If you HAVE been misting your orchid, do so ONLY on foliage of orchid. The fruitflys might B from U misting the flowers. FLOWER MISTING BAAAAADD!!!!!!!! Seriously, misting the petals give the flower fungus which attracts flys. Don't ask me how I know that.:) L8R y'all, JJ
Jessica 10 Mar 2011, 15:57
I have tons of questions about my indoor phlanphious orchid.
1. What does it mean if my buds on my indoor orchid are shrivled up? 2.What does it mean if my flowers have white spots on them? 3.When do i repot my orchid? If needed to when its not resting or reblooming season when is the best time to repot? 4.After all the flowers are dead and fallen off do I need to trim the stems down to any certian length? 5.When repotting do you need to push the roots down in the bottom of the pot and let them resurface themselves? 6.Do I need to cut the roots a certain length before repotting? 7.How often do I need to fertilize my orchid before and after repotting? 8.If I'm growning my orchid in moss how often do i need to water it?
sheila 11 Mar 2011, 09:57
how far down my stalk shall I cut
Tarryn 14 Mar 2011, 07:56
I have a phalaenopsis orchid, all the flowers have died and fallen off as
well as my leaves. Right now all i have is stalks that are not getting any
more buds or flowers and have are turning yellow, does that been my orchid
is dead?
How far down my stalks can i cut if my orchid isnt flowering?
Peggy 22 Mar 2011, 13:05
My Orchid has stopped blooming. What do I do now?
karen 24 Mar 2011, 05:33
Hi, I was give an orchid for my birthday feb 4 this year and all the
flowers have dried up and fallen off but the green leafy plant part is
still growning great. where do I start to begin regrowth of the flowering?
am I supposed to trim the steam that the flowers where on?
Lauren 27 Mar 2011, 18:15
I experienced, what a lot of others had with the same problem- a small
cluster of leaves (the starting of a new orchid base) somewhere along the
stem. Mine was at the very top of the stem (8 inches from original plant
base). No expert seemed to be willing to give clear insightful advice. So
I am posting what I found to work on all of these orchid sites remaining
adviceless. I found the below directions from eHow.com , after much
searching. It was my own conclusion that at sometime or another the new
sprout would have to become it's own plant. I grow cacti, outdoor flowers,
and herb gardens, so my only original advice would be to wait for the roots
to have a healthy growth off the stem, at least 3/4 in to 1 inch, before
you seperate, but be sure not to harm any possible roots. That way they
will have a good founding root system before the seperation occurs- based
on my work with cacti. I especially agree with the advice from eHow and
repot the new growth in the same material the original pot, because all
plants like to continue to thrive in the same nutrients as the parent.
"When a sympodial orchid grows a pseudobulb that extends beyond the capacity of its pot, the orchid should be re-potted and the pseudobulb removed and potted as a separate plant. Plant the pseudobulb in a potting medium similar to what it grew in originally." Read more: Orchid Care & Propagation | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/about_6369679_orchid-care-propagation.html#ixzz1HqaASJt j
Britt-Marie 28 Mar 2011, 20:19
I don't see any answers! There must be someone out there who knows all the
answers. I just bought four orchids and three of them are small but with
tall stems with flowers. However there are LOTS of roots spiking up in the
air. I have no clue what to do. One has light green leaves and the other
three have dark green . Do I re-pot now? Some roots are very,very light
green. Please someone help me and others. Thank you
sydney 08 Apr 2011, 17:39
im getting an orchid for my b-day! they are so pretty and beautiful im so
getting one!!!!
dorothy 28 Apr 2011, 17:42
About two months ago I receeived a beautiful orchid with several flowers
and 3 unopened buds. This is my first orchid so I don't know what kind it
is. The unopened buds have fallen off.
I moved it to an area where the light is filted and have given it a small amount of water every two weeks but I don't know if I'm overwatering, if it needs to be fed. I have no clue what to do. Please help!
Debbie Morris 29 Apr 2011, 16:01
I received an orchid for mothers day. As I am not green fingered at all, I
am not sure what type or how to pot it. It does not have any roots and it
came in a small plastic pot with a little water, standing in sand. It has
flowers and is beginning to die. I want to save it it but I do not know
Whether indoor/outdor plant how to root it or plant it and whether it is past repair. The plant is yellow with red stripey flowers inside. Can you help me as I want to keep this plant as a momentum from my kids, who obviously spent a lot on this flower for me.
cheryl 08 May 2011, 19:58
I have 2 orchid plants that lost their leaves a few months ago. I have
been watering them very little once a week in the hopes that the leaves
will regrow and I have even used orchid fertilizer. Does anyone know if
these plants will grow back or should I throw them out?
Hazel 12 May 2011, 03:01
I have had 4 buds on my orchid since February, they have not changed at all
or opened, could anyone tell me why,
Hannah Malyon 13 May 2011, 04:58
I have 16 flowers on one plant some are still opening but the top flowers
which have been opened the longest are now limp and the petals are just
"flopping" can anyone tell me why? is it something I am doing or not doing?
ivonne tamargo 17 May 2011, 12:26
i have a orchid that is always blooming but now i notice the green leafs
are dieing.
Franshesica Lee 18 May 2011, 19:49
My indoor orchid and the green leaves are limp and all blooms fell off.
What do I need to do?
melanie rodriguez 19 May 2011, 19:01
my birthday is in 8 days awsome im turnig 11anyways i would like to ask
how do u take care of an orchid how mant times a day will u hve to water it
Willie Reich 20 May 2011, 15:10
I really need some concise instructions.
The last bloom just fell off, do I cut it just below that bloom? Will misting bring on bugs? Would humidity on sitting on watered rocks be better? Will you send me an email answering these questions? Thanks you for your anticipated help. Willie Reich
Evelyn Kay 23 May 2011, 09:37
I have a phalaenopsis orchard. It has just finished blooming. Should I now
cut off the spike at the bottom of the plant? Do I continue to water it
while it is not in bloom and how often?. Should I also fertilize it while
it is not blooming? What is the best kind of fertilizer for orchards? I am
hoping it will bloom again.
Thanks for any help you can give me.
iris LaJoie 26 May 2011, 09:41
I pruned my orchid too high on the stem and now new roots and leaves are
growing high up in the air..6" from the pot.
What should I do ??? Help !
Smartass 31 May 2011, 20:28
...plant it in a deeper pot.
Caroline 02 Jun 2011, 20:26
I have an orchid and the flowers have died. Please let me know what to do
now.
I love my orchid. It was a lovely present from My son on Mothers Day
Shirley Newman 03 Jun 2011, 17:23
I have been given a beautiful Pink orchid plant, which simply has the latin
name phalaenopsis. I have never owned one before, but I want to learn fast
how to make sure it lives a long life with me.
I'd appreciate, therefore, the best recommendations so that it survives and blooms as often as possible. Any and all advise would be welcomed. In particular, when this current bloom ends, do I need to cut it back, etc, etc. Looking forward to receiving any advice you may offer Many thanks...Shirley Newman
Linda 03 Jun 2011, 17:27
I have a question about a moth orchid. Do I cut the long stems when the
plant is no longer blooming?
ANDREA 05 Jun 2011, 03:20 I bought an orchid it is a moth orchid beautiful pinkish color.I have watered it tiny bits of water just in the root areas every few days. It is by the window getting indirect light. It has bloomed about 1 -2 months then I replanted it with a lot of moss and soil to fill the rest of the pot. One of the flowers dried up and fallen off, then another , another and now it looks like the other one is starting, and the last one still blooming nice. Do I let them fall on their own? do I cut them off? Do I replant and use only moss etc? Also, I need to fertilize have just learned need to do this. I had an orchid before, and I never repotted, I put a small amt of water by the root area, put in the window with a little light and it seemed that the same sort of thing happened. What do I need to do? I want them to re-bloom. Please help asap!!!
ky 07 Jun 2011, 14:30
I have an orchid with the blooms dead. The leaves are still green. Will
the plant re bloom, what should I do with the dead stems and blooms?
Please help.
Donna 21 Jun 2011, 13:52
I have my phalaenopsis orchid and have had it for two years. It has
continuously flowered, however the leaves are not as shiny as they were. I
have four stems and two have new baby leaves growing on them along with
aerial feeders. What do I need to do with it as it appears to be growing
out of control or just needs extra attention.
BILLI 23 Jun 2011, 16:01
I have had a purploe orchid for several months on me balcony {gets daytime
semisun and full sun atsundown. I gave it limited water and it was in bloom
for swveral months I just lost the last of the five buds fro two stems. I
also now have another plant with three white flowers doing well I water
once a week and try to mist daily. I use a few ice cubes to water.
How do I get new growth on my old plant and how ndo i keep my new one to live a long time----.???? thank you
Ann 26 Jun 2011, 19:37
Will my indoor orchid bloom again once the bulbs have fallen?
Can I repot the plant and if so what size? Should I trim the leaves or stem once the bulb has fallen off. Please help. Thanks
Brenda 28 Jun 2011, 09:36
My orchid is growing leaves at the top of the plant where the blooms were.
Is this normal?
Elaine 29 Jun 2011, 11:36
how do i find answers to your emails
Elaine/John 03 Jul 2011, 04:15
We have a beauitiful moth orchid.Ten flowers in bloom, and a further 9 buds
awaiting to flower. Can anyone confirm if this is ok, or if we need to
remove any.
Debbie Marshall-Curtis 06 Jul 2011, 13:55
When should i cut the stems of my orchid? the flower has died, how far down
should i cut it?
Thank you Debbie
Margo 06 Jul 2011, 16:08
My orchid needs repotting but I have no idea of type of soil or size of
pot, or drainage etc. Any advice would be appreciated. thanks
judith 11 Jul 2011, 08:23
When is the best time/how to repot a new shout which has attached its self
to the top support caine and producing flowers. Whot is the best book you
would recommend for a beginner? Also i have alot of roots coming out of the
top of the pots should these be cut off or left? Thanks for your help.
teri 12 Jul 2011, 09:42
it was a gift, never had one before, think it was a specialty dyed blue--
didn't realize it was soaking in water. all the petals have fallen off,
and i had already cut down other branchy stems that seemed 'done' can this
plant be saved or have i crucified it?
Linda 14 Jul 2011, 16:49
I got a Moth orchid for Mother's day and the blooms have fell off in the
last 2 or 3 weeks. I continued watering but the leaves started turning
yellow and fell off. Does this mean the orchid is dead? Can I revive it?
What do I do? Thanks for your help.
Jenna 17 Jul 2011, 10:26
I got a moth orchid for mothers day, it has only 1 flower left on it that
looks like it's ready to fall off; now what do I do with the plant?
Carole 18 Jul 2011, 12:21
My orchid has lost its blooms, how much of the stem do I cut back.
steven Kuzins 18 Jul 2011, 13:55
I have a moth orchid. one of the leaves is turning yellow, and another
flower is turning inward as though it is folding up. I only water when the
plant soil appears dry by pressing my finger into the soil.
altagracia 19 Jul 2011, 14:33
I have a moth orchid.Two of they leaves tur yellow and gone.Not
flowers,they stem are very long.Please tell me what to do.
thanks.
martin 19 Jul 2011, 19:34
i have my orchid and its leaves rotted away,but the small stem with no
flower buds about 10cm long was left,will new leave grow on my orchid,or
its died and newer will grow back,what should i do?
MaryLou 22 Jul 2011, 19:14
The directions that came with my indoor orchid said to give it three ice
cubes weekly. It had beautiful flowers for about 2 1/2 months.Now that the
blooms have dropped off do I prune the stem? The directions gave no further
instructions. Thanks for any help!
willow 24 Jul 2011, 13:02
my neighbor has an orchid that the blooms the blooms fell off and the and
the stem kind of crinkled and the leaves turned yellow what can she do to
bring it back it was doing so good for so long and then it just all of a
sudden it just started doing this
Peggy 28 Jul 2011, 09:12
my question is the same as lots I read above, after blooming, the stem now
looks completely dead, I do have a new leaf coming on, do I cut the dead
stem off and if so, where? got as a gift and have had about 7 months, will
the orchid bloom again?
Thanks for your help...
Sue Mitchell 29 Jul 2011, 08:42
I have an orchid of unknown variety - I won it as a door prize - and at the
time that I received it, it had beautiful white blooms. I was told to give
it 2-3 ice cubes a week and enjoy. The blooms lasted about a month and
then fell off and I cut the remaining stem back to the leaf area as
instructed. There are no new buds on it and now it has a white sticky
substance at the base of the leaves. It appears to me to be a fungus. What
should I do?
Heather 30 Jul 2011, 07:37
I have an orchid for about 3 months and the blooms have gone. Also, some
of the leaves have turned white. I did put the orchid in the conservatory
when the blooms dropped. Will the orchid bloom again and the leaves return
to their green colour.
deirdre lawless 30 Jul 2011, 11:51
how do i see the answers to some of these questions on this site they are
all questions i too want to ask especially about where to cut my orchid
after it has bloomed do i just cut down the main stem or trim the stems
that branch out from the main one
regards deirdre
Rae Wage 01 Aug 2011, 21:57
This is my first orchid. I bought it in full bloom. It bloomed for about a
month and the flowers have all fallen off now. I live in Florida & it is
kept indoors away from ceiling fans on a table a few feet away from the
window. first the blooms fell off and then the leaves started to turn
yellow from a dark green and fell off. It is still in the 4" plastic pot it
came in. The roots look green and the top of the pot is covered with a thin
layer of moss. do I repot it or just water it once a week. Hate to lose it,
anything you can suggest would be appreciated
Margaret 02 Aug 2011, 17:36
I received an orchid for mother's day that was blooming Hite blooms) at the
time. The blooms lasted for a while but have now all dropped off Will
the plant bloom again on the existing stem as nothing shows on it although
there is a new leaf growing in between the other leaves? Also should I
pull off the leaves that have slits in them?
Thanks this is my first effort with an orchid!
JACKIE FRESHWATER 02 Aug 2011, 19:03
ON ONE OF MY ORCHID PLANTS IT HAS A STEM THAT HAD BLOOMS WHICH FELL OFF.
ON THE STEM IT APPEARS NEW GROWTH OCCURRED INDICATING MORE BLOOMS MAY
APPEAR ON THE NEW STEM. WHAT CAN I EXPECT OR DO TO FIND OUT IF THIS IS
POSSIBLE. I CAN SEND PICTURE THRU E-MAIL IF YOU LIKE.
JACKIE
blackorchid 06 Aug 2011, 03:44
There are much questions but hardly any answers. After reading all the
posts I have found only few suggestions and links that may lead to
additional answers to the many similar questions people have. I wish
everyone luck with their orchid plants. This is also my first attempt at
keeping orchids. It seems they flourish outdoors more easily than indoors.
Virginia 07 Aug 2011, 08:00
My orchid has loat it petals and the stem where the blooms started to die
so I cut it back, the large leaves at the bottom of the plant are still
healthy, will this plant rebloom?
Dave 08 Aug 2011, 11:20
My orchid is loosing its blooms. Is this normal? Will new blooms appear?
I give it filtered light, and water it once a week.(three ice cubes).
Valerie 12 Aug 2011, 11:02
My daughter gave me a Moth Orchid for my birthday in June. It has done
great until last week. We had a family emergency which caused us to be away
from home for a full week. I guess it became too dry. It dropped all three
of it's remaining blooms and end 50% of the stem has turned brown. Help!
What do I do? Is this typical behavior?
marie 14 Aug 2011, 07:05
my orchards leaves turn yellow and fALL ALL OFF,WHAT NOW?
Lisa 14 Aug 2011, 09:49
My flowers fell off my orchid, will the orchid rebloom? Do I need to do
anything to help it rebloom?
joey 15 Aug 2011, 10:59
my stem hasturned yellow what do i do
cheryl 18 Aug 2011, 03:51
My orchid has started to grow little green shoots at the bottom,after we
re-potted it which was great, but the stem is going brown what do I do?
looks like its dying off?
Bernadette 21 Aug 2011, 17:57
We have a Blue orchid, it's lovely, but need to know why it's got spots on
the floers ? can anyone help ?
Thanks Bernadette
kelsey 22 Aug 2011, 08:30
Hello,
i believe i have a moth orchid and when i first got it it flowered beautifully, but now the flowers have fallen off and the leaves fell off to, does this mean that its getting to much sun? how to i get my orchid to bloom again? HELP! :)
Bernadette 22 Aug 2011, 13:18
I'm new to this. I just need to know if anyone has a blue orchid and how do
you take care of it ?
Thank you.
Lilliah 23 Aug 2011, 16:46
MY Phalaenopisis Orchid`s Blooms and leaves have all fallen off and the
only stem has turned brown. Is it dead? What do I do?
Please help! Lilliah,
Orchids1on1 24 Aug 2011, 00:17
i need some help please, my orchid flower is collapsing. what can i do to
improve growing condition and strength of my orchids?
Susan 24 Aug 2011, 08:22
I have four different orchid plants. They are now outside and I am moving
and have to bring the plants inside. My problem is that some of the plants
have ants on them. How do I solve that problem. Is there anything I can
buy to get rid of the ants.
Glenn E 24 Aug 2011, 18:31
After the flower bloomed, then faded, and cut back the stem, how long will
it take before the next flower to bloom with my lady slipper orchid?
JCS55 25 Aug 2011, 12:29
Why does everyone continue to ask questions when you are getting no
answers????
lady m 25 Aug 2011, 14:51
My orchid plant bloomed beautifully sinnce Mother's Day. Now it is dropping
all it's blossoms. What should I do to get it to survive and bloom again?
judith 28 Aug 2011, 13:11
WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHAT TO DO WHEN THE FLOWERS FALL OFF. HOW DO TO TAKE OF
IT SO IT WILL BLOOM AGAIN, I BELIEVE IT IS AN OPULANT ORCHID. THICK GREEN
LEAVES, THANK YOU
megan coles 30 Aug 2011, 11:14
thanks so much for the info it was very helpful,just wanted to know weather
orchids stay flowered all year or die off through seasons?
Maddie 30 Aug 2011, 11:45
My boyfriend gave me an orchid to take care of while I'm at college. But on
the ride to Georgia, the blooms started drooping. Now the stems that are
closest to the flowers (there are two of them) have started turning yellow.
The whole plant looks sickly. I've watered the plant according to some
online stuff I've read and i don't think I'm over watering it. I really
can't kill this plant. Please help me.
Jay A Kraemer 05 Sep 2011, 21:28
The Orchid I have was given to her in mid July and since then she has
passed away what can I do so the orchid does't suffer the same fate as it
will be a constant reminder of her
Jay
michelle 08 Sep 2011, 12:12
A Got an orchid from the guy im seeing a couple weeks ago. the purple one.
ive had it in my room by the window and kept constantly watering it, until
someone told me that thats not good. i looked at it the other day and
noticed the big green leaves on the bottom, tthat one was turning a
yellowish colour, my mom told me its from to much water.so i moved it in my
living room and stopped watering it as much. is there anymore tips to keep
it healthy. i know nothing about flowers
Jules 12 Sep 2011, 01:29
Well Michelle,
I'm not sure about all this. But if anyone ever answers all these questions? I would appreciate it if some-one let me know who it is, so I can get the info I'm looking for. Just like you, first time orchid owner and all that. Just don't want it to die!
Teresa 16 Sep 2011, 08:18
I have an orchid that has very limp leaves and is loose in the chips. It's
beside other orchids that are doing great. Can I save it and what do I
need to do? The pot is large enough.
Kevin 19 Sep 2011, 16:55
Hi Paul and/or Orchid experts:
I need your advice how to take care of Orchid -- how do i care for my indoor orchid now that the last bloom has dropped off ,will it flower again ? Thanks much in advance. Kevin
Michael 20 Sep 2011, 17:23
I was in the process of re-potting my orchid, and I accidentally partially
broke off the tallest cane(the only one with leaves) and I'm not worried
that I may have just killed off my orchid.
All of the blossoms are gone, hence why I was re-potting, and now just curious what I should do with this cane, leave it, cut it off where it broke. Its about 12" tall and it broken off right around 6" up. Its still hanging on right now, I hope someone understands what I mean by partially broken. Thanks, Michael
Kristin 22 Sep 2011, 14:32
I have an orchid and the flowers have all fallen off. Is there anyway to
grow more of them? This is an indoor orchid.
Thanks.
mary ann 23 Sep 2011, 13:14
all my flowers have fallen off and now i want to know where do i cut it
back to.
Barbara 23 Sep 2011, 19:39
I had a blooming spike on my very healthy moth orchid, after blooms were
spent and fell off the spike started to dry so I cut back to the healthy
green part of the spike...now I have leaves growing where I cut it off at
the top..Now what to do?
Sheila 26 Sep 2011, 14:06
When and how far down should i cut my orchids after blooming is done.
thank you
shanthi 30 Sep 2011, 04:43
I have a orchid , denromian the stems are very long , stop fowering . Is
that ok if i cut the stems in to half ?
will the cut stems will promote growth with root hormone ?can i make new plants out of it? what shall i do , pls do advise, thanks.
Jutta Galbraith 14 Oct 2011, 10:07
My orchids got to much sun and were burned. The leaves on some are turning
white, and dark and looking like they are soft to the touch. Should I
remove them or just let the plant deal with the damage? Getting ready to
put them under lights. I had them in a great location outside with humid
and filtered light. They looked great before I placed them into the sun for
a couple of days trying to get them ready to take them under the lights. I
am very upset with myself. So I hope I can help them some.
Thanks Looking forward to your advice. Jutta
mary 19 Nov 2011, 09:55
i have a moth orchid i recieved in aug.2011 in full bloom. now all blooms
are gone. how do i care for it besides the reg.watering and fertlizer?
(orchid)Thanksfor any info on this.
TAMARA LIPKIN 06 Dec 2011, 07:55
When and how far down should i cut my orchids after blooming is done.
thank you
Anne 07 Dec 2011, 14:53
What are the "pods" left on the stems of my orchid after the flowers have
dropped? And what do I do with them?
Anybody else have these?
Geraldine 10 Jan 2012, 08:38
My orchid is getting real tall, can
I cut it back? Will it grow again if I cut it back about 15 inches?
Alive Plants 25 Jan 2012, 15:20
Have an Orchid blooming as I type this .. they are lovely flowers/plants
that grow methodically slow but the blooms are worth the wait .. linked to
this page from aliveplants.blogspot.com ..
willie 04 Feb 2012, 06:57
my orchid stop blooming all the flowers have dropped off, what do i do now
?
regards Willie
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