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Hello! I’m looking for advice. This is my first orchid and the first pic is from April of 2024 and the last two are today. After all the blooms fell off I cut back the stem and now the stem is starting to brown where I cut it. I did use sanitized scissors to cut the stem. It has recently started the grow new leaves but I just wanted some opinions on what to do about the stem, do I leave it brown or do I have to trim it down more? Thank you in advance 🩷
Binosa Key Lime. Two directions of growth, both at least an inch or two bigger than previous growths, both with pretty little sheaths that look like they have the beginnings of buds there, (but they were blanks last year.) Keep your fingers crossed for blooms. The flowers only have a fragrance at night, and smell lemony and a little sharp. I’ve likened it to Lemon Pledge, the cleaning spray. 😂 I just love this one.
Is it my imagination or is the happy sap particularly abundant this year? I’m glad they’re happy but this is kinda out of control.
I’ve had this orchid for 4 months, how am I doing so far any tips? It seems pretty healthy. Some of the roots look a little brown.
New to orchids! Any tips and tricks to keep them happy? So far I’ve checked the roots, planted it in orchid bark, and gave a good watering.
I purchased these two orchids at a discount for rescue. I decided to plant them on a piece of driftwood to simulate their natural environment. I'm hoping to help them grow and flower. Any recommendations? Have you tried it before?
Been in in bloom for a week. It’s the first flower ever. Been with me for a few years. LC. Mari’s Love Taka
Hi I was just given this orchid and not entirely sure what to do….can I get some advice. It came with a tag and each plant is in individual pots (as seen in photo). Also it’s in a south facing window (the app says part sun) and there is a west facing window (full sun) on the other wall about 15ft away.
My Phalaenopsis is being a weirdo. It has this growth coming out of the crown that I assume is a flower spike, but it it halfway stuck in the crown. I’ve waited weeks to see if it will sort itself out, but the loop just keeps getting bigger. I don’t want to pull on it, as it’s really in there and I’m scared I’ll break it. Anyone ever seen this weirdness? Should I just let it do its thang? Planted in 100% medium pine bark with frequent watering and sits in a window with lots of light. Recently getting over dehydration. I got this as a gift and have not had it bloom since last year’s flowers died off :(
Orchid bloom at a local plant nursery :)
Hello! First time orchid owner here - I’ve got two very yellow leaves, which are the oldest ones, and wondering what to do with them? The plant has recently grown nice green leaves and a few buds are coming in… any advice appreciated!
Does anybody know if Sphagnum moss or orchid bark is better for my orchid
Help! Why is the tip of my orchid stalk drying it was doing so good for the longest and now it’s drying out?
I’ve had this orchid for probably 8 years, and think I’m all that time it sprouted a new stem with buds once. It continues to push out new leaves and roots. I’ve let the roots grow over and out the plastic pot, but I’m wondering if I should put them into the bark. Wondering how I can get this bad boy to flower again.
I just got this orchid on clearance and the leaves look like this. I was wondering if it will be ok
Tips on repotting my orchid? She’s been in the same 4” pot for several years and I’m sure it’s time to repot. Other than that, I’m brand new to this orchid business. TIA for any suggestions. Regards, 🤗💚🪴
OK, now that my orchid has bloomed, and the flowers have passed away, 😂, what do I do at this point? I know she needs to be repotted, since that hasn’t been done in years, but do I cut the old stems off at the base or what? I’ve never done an orchid before, so I’m unfamiliar with what happens next. TIA for any answers. Regards, 🤗💚🪴
Well and truly loving her second bloom 🤍
Any tips?
I got this orchid May 31st and it’s still alive and healthy as far as I can tell. This app doesn’t have it in the system- so I suggested it be added. I wanted to ask if any of you have advice or tips regarding watering, placement, fertilizing etc. This is an Oncostele Catatante x Oncidium Barossa Delight, or Wilsonara Eye Candy ‘Pinkie’. Correct me if I’m wrong lol. The photos go from when I got it pre bloom, bloomed and to now- post blooms. The stalk post bloom is really long but since the base is still green I’ve just left it alone. I should also mention I’ve not repotted either.
