Orchids

[Francy]

I have two orchids that bloomed when I first got them. The flower eventually died and has not bloomed ever again. It's been almost two years. What am I doing wrong?

 

[firelily99]

Orchids are not fussy but do want certain things to happen. They need regular watering and fertilizing, don't let the roots get dried out. They need a humidity zone that is constant so set the plant on a layer of pebbles so that the roots are not sitting in water. At night they need to have a drop of ten to fifteen degrees F so move them to a cooler spot in the house.

 

[ChanellG]

If the leaves are still green and alive the only thing you're not doing is feeding it. It's hard to get them to rebloom, but it is possible and I think it sometimes may take two years. Just read up on your specific orchid so you know what its needs are.

 

[Becky]

Agreed with the above. You can get special orchid pot holders which have a ledge inside to allow water to drain off (the pot sits on the ledge, keeping it off the bottom of the pot) - I always make sure that there is water in that bottom section so that if it evaporates then it will go to the roots. The locations is also important - they don't like direct sunlight but they do like a warm spot.

 

[Becky]

I've also had luck with getting orchids to bloom by cutting off the stem to just above a healthy node - it will often send out a new shoot.

 

[Francy]

Thank you so much! I will try all of these suggestions and see what I can do to get my orchids to come back! Great info, thanks!

 

[scotkat]

I to grow many orchids and all in rebloom mode

When I see the roots white or pots light

Time to water but feed each time I water with Rainmix Orchid feed which I buy online.

As temps get much warmer I notice I do need to water mine more.

My leaves are glossy with using rainmix.

Good luck

 

[Treeca86]

Orchids need plenty of water, about a quarter cup WARM water once a week. Orchids also need to be in a humid room. Only experience I ever had with them was putting them in flower arrangement when I worked at a flower shop 8 years ago. But with my recent stay in the hospital this month, recieving lots of flowers, one being an orchid in a little pot, I needed to do lots of research to keep it alive.
I found this site most informative.
http://www.beautifulorchids.com/orchids/orchid_care_tips/faq/frequently_asked_questions.html