Indoor Orchids

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 Orchid

A very good choice for an indoor orchid is the Moth orchid (Phalaenopsis). These The Moth Orchid makes a good indoor orchid

are good as indoor orchids because they have long lasting blooms and if the plant is healthy it can bloom twice a year.

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 Orchids

Another 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 Orchids

Most 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 Orchids

There 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 are a good choice for indoor orchids

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.

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

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!

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

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

annemari
22 Feb 2009, 23:51

Where do i cut off the stems after flowering-(moth orchid)
ths so much

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,

betty
13 Sep 2009, 19:35

how to cut the stems. ???

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

michele
15 Dec 2009, 15:39

When do I cut the stems off on my orchids. And how short should the be?

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

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