Tips on How to Care for Phalaenopsis Orchids

If you think that these exotic plants are quite difficult to take care of, we have some great news – Phals are easily grown in the home and stay in bloom for a very long time. Before getting your first Moth Orchid into your home, you should definitely read this short care guide we have prepared.

Watering

Generally Phalaenopsis require watering about once every 4 to 7 days, but this is not a rule. The amount of water that you orchid needs depend mostly on the potting medium. Phals are usually grown in bark or moss, so if your orchid is potted in bark water once a week, if it is potted in moss, water when the top feels dry. There are other factors that will determine your watering routine, like light and heat. For example, in the summer months the plant will need more frequent watering while in winter it will need less. Another thing to have in mind is that it is best to water your phal in the morning. Here is how the process should go: place the plant in the sink and use tepid water, let the water run through the plant for a minute or so and be sure to let the plant drain completely.


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