Phalaenopsis orchids can be one of the easiest orchids to care for if you follow these orchid care and growing instructions. They can often be quite easy to find at local supermarkets, home improvement stores, and garden centers. Phalaenopsis orchids are one of my favorites due to their long lasting flowers and ease of care. They are not only inexpensive but very rewarding to grow at home. Phalaenopsis flowers can bloom for a very long time, between 2 months and over a year. There are 5 kinds of Phalaenopsis orchid plants, including small-flowered miniature, species, large flowered, multiflora hybrids , and novelty Phalaenopsis Orchids. There are more than 85 Phalaenopsis Orchid species, originating from India, Northern Australia, and southern China.

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Phalaenopsis Care and Growing Instructions:

1. Grow Phalaenopsis orchids  in a bright window with very little or no sun. This means you can grow Phalaenopsis orchids in an east, or shaded west or south window. You can also grow Phalaenopsis orchids with fluorescent lighting.
2. Phalaenopsis orchids like a temperature between 65-90 F.
3. Phalaenopsis orchids should not dry out between waterings.
4. Humidity for Phalaenopsis orchids should be 50-80 %. You can create this by using a humidity tray or tray with rocks and water under your plants.
5. For fertilizing, if the Phalaenopsis orchid is planted in bark use 30-10-10 twice per month. If your Phalaenopsis orchid is in another mix, use 20-20-20.
6. Repot Phalaenopsis orchids every year or two in medium bark.