Orchid

Phalaenopsis amabilis

moderate indoor ✗ Toxic to pets

💧 Watering

Every 7–10 days, allow to dry between waterings

☀️ Light

Bright indirect light

💦 Humidity

Medium to high (50–70%)

🌡️ Temperature

65–80°F (18–27°C)

🪏 Soil

Orchid bark or sphagnum moss

✨ Fertilizing

Weekly with diluted orchid fertilizer during growth

🪴 Repotting

Every 1–2 years after blooming

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About Orchid

Elegant blooms that can last months. More forgiving than their reputation suggests once you understand their needs.

Care tips

  • Water by soaking roots then letting drain fully
  • After blooming cut spike to a node for rebloom
  • Never let roots sit in water

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