How do I keep my orchid plants healthy ?
Orchid leaves becomes soft after time.
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Hi there, Dont' over or under water. Best to get a booklet from the plant store about keeping orchids!
If you notice your orchid's leaves are withered and droopy, this could mean your plant is not getting enough water or humidity. An orchid's natural habitat is a humid climate, so your plant needs moisture and you may find that you orchid isn't getting enough light. Their leaves often become soft and squishy when they're in too much shade
They also need misting often
Ventilation. It’s often neglected that although orchids require high humidity they require air circulation also.
Place them in indirect sun and don't overwater. You will get root rot and they will die. Better to spray mist them. I see where a lot of people tie them to a tree trunk and forget about them. Those always seem to thrive. That's how they grow in the wild.
I have a question too. This is my first year to try growing them. I bought several from a grower that had a greenhouse, and they have done well under my covered patio this late spring and summer. I see lots of roots but no new looking leaves or chance of flowers. I also bought a plumeria from him that has quadrupled in size and produced many flowers.
Back to orchids.....I have a sunroom that gets western sunlight (same as the covered patio). It is heated, but is cool in there due to the windows. Should I move my orchids closer to the walls, or inside the regular rooms in the house with better heat, yet less sunlight?