Caring for Orchids

Orchids are a great, easy houseplant to grow. Their blooms last for weeks if not months.

• 3 Types of Orchids

• Phalaenopsis
• Dendrobium
• Cymbidium
  

• What to look for when choosing an orchid

• You want to choose an orchid that will bloom as long as possible
• Choose an orchid with half blooms and half buds
• This will give you flowers right away but extend the amount of time you
  get to enjoy with your orchid
• If you're entertaining, choose an orchid that is in full bloom to get that
  wow factor
  

• Placement

• Orchids naturally grow in the rainforest where they receive dappled light
  from the rainforest canopy
• In your home, orchids like bright, indirect light
• If the leaves start to turn brown it's telling you it's receiving too much
  sunlight
  

• Watering

• You'll want to water your orchid every 10-14 days
• To water your orchid, take it out of the pot and place it in your sink.
• Water the orchid about 2 times, letting the excess water run out
• Orchids like to be dry so be sure there's not water in the bottom of the
  pot
• Orchids will tell you if they are getting too much water or not enough
  water
• If the leaves start to yellow this means it's getting too much water
• If the leaves are starting to crinkle it needs more water
  

• Fertilizing

• Keep your orchids healthy and blooming by fertilizing it each time you
  water
• There are two types of fertilizer:
• Fertilizer for when the orchid is blooming
• Fertilizer for when the orchid is not blooming