Growing a Phalaenopsis Type Dendrobium

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 02:25:10 +0000

What is a Phalaenopsis type Dendrobium? Here is an example of a good one. Simply put, and of course in my opinion, they are the best type of bright light Orchid for indoors. Many Dendrobiums bloom for 2-6 weeks. The Phalaenopsis type Dendrobium has larger flowers than most Dendrobiums, and it blooms on average for 2-3 months. The flowers on this type of Orchid resemble a Phalaenopsis Orchid. Care for this Orchid is to let it dry out between waterings, fertilize weakly 2 out of 3 waterings, and keep it planted in fine or medium bark in a tight pot. If you have any questions, feel free to post comments to this entry.

Best Orchids to Grow Inside, Best Orchids to Grow Outside

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 01:05:22 +0000

The best Orchids to grow inside are Phalaenopsis Orchids and Dendrobium Orchids.

Indoor Orchids

Phalaenopsis Orchids bloom anywhere between 2-6 months at a time depending on proper care. They like shade, and for their potting mix not to dry out to much between waterings.

Dendrobium Orchids bloom for 2-3 months at a time. Thet like bright light and to dry out between waterings.

Outdoor Orchids

Epidendrum Orchids are great to grow in many areas in the US. They like to dry out between waterings, and are best grown in a pot. They cannot freeze. There are many beautiful oranges, yellows, and reds.

Cymbidium Orchids are usually best grown in pots, but in some cases can be grown in the ground. These Orchids cannot freeze. They come in many colors, and standard or minature sizes. Flowers bloom typically 2-3 months.

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Growing a Phalaenopsis Type Dendrobium

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