Nov
What About Your Orchids In February
It’s February - So What Should We Be Doing?
Well there’re many steps that should be taken during February with orchids: Orchid care during these cooler / cold months is very important. Here are some thoughts.
First, Phals:
These are now in spike & bloom. Go to the annual orchid shows & you will find plenty of beautiful Phals & they will be on sale as well.
Now they are blooming you will need to water at least twice or two times or two times a week. Do not get any water on the blooms or you may cause a fungus to start.
Don’t forget to fertilize with a fertilizer high in phosphorous. There is more. There is more. This will be a blossom booster for your plant. Generally, the blooms will last 2 -4 months. Remove the dead blooms or they can get a fungus infection as well.
Cattleyas:
For your catts, limit the watering & fertilizer to a minimum. Let the plant dry out before the next watering. Also, do not pot.
Try to be sure that your cattleya gets enough light. With winter light it is vital for blooming to occur. If it is really cold outside especially at night, keep you orchids about a foot or so from the windows.
You may see a light brown sheath around the stem, if it is loose peel it off. Do not pull it off if it does not want to come.
This is a good time to attempt to buy some catt that bloom in the spring.
Cymbidiums:
These are cold tolerant orchids. There is more. There is more. They can withstand a short burst of temps to 30 F. Right now they are at their peek in blooming for the most part.
Once again make certain they are watered frequently enough. They should not dry out between watering. Also, a fertilizer high in phosphorous is great to keep the bloom coming & to last longer.
If your plant is outside, do not let it get water logged or it will be a temptation for fungal disease.
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