Just Add Ice Phalaenopsis Orchids are particularly hardy, but even the hardiest plant can run into trouble when environmental changes occur. Like all plants, moth orchids thrive when lighting, water and temperature conditions stay within a certain optimal range. These exotic tropical orchids flourish with plenty of indirect sunlight. Placing 3 ice cubes in your Just Add Ice Orchid pot once a week meets optimal watering needs. Temperature is the tricky element when growing Phalaenopsis Orchids. These orchids prefer slightly cooler nighttime temperatures at or above 60 degrees Fahrenheit and daytime temperatures between 75 and 85 degrees. Humidity should be between 50% and 80%; higher temperatures requiring greater humidity.
When a Just Add Ice Orchid starts to drop its blooms too soon or buds fall off before they are able to open, your plant may be stressed by growing conditions that are less than ideal. If your plant starts to drop its blooms, look for these problems:
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