Moth orchid 'Little gem stripes'
How to care for Moth orchid 'Little gem stripes'
Light: Part sun, part shade
Place in a window with dappled sun or a spot in the middle of a room. Or directly in a window facing west or east.
Watering need: Medium demand
This plant is somewhat drought-tolerant, so no need to stress too much about it drying up. Make sure to feel the soil before watering: the top layer (about 2 inches) should be dry before giving this plant more water.
Fertilizing need: Medium demand
Plants can't only survive on water, they need nutrients too. To keep your plant nice and thriving, it’s important that you add fertilizer every now and then. You can find more info below how to best fertilize this plants.
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When it's done flowering: remove dead flowers and you can also cut off any dry / brown stems. It will hopefully flower again soon.Read more
The Best Way to Water Your Moth Orchid
Orchids do not require very frequent watering, and it's very important that they have excellent drainage so that their roots don't stay wet for long periods of time.
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How to Fertilize Your Plant
Most plants require fertilizing every now and then to ensure that they get the right nutrients in order to stay happy and healthy.
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How to Repot Your Orchids
Like almost all other plants, Orchids require repotting every now and then in order to stay happy and healthy.
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How to Mist Your Plant
It's best to mist your plants in the morning, when the sun is not too strong and the temperature is cooler. This will give the water time to evaporate before the heat of the day sets in.
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