Think about the household functions we all take for granted during the winter season – a window that lets in abundant sunlight, a vent that sends up dry heat from the floor and even a ceiling fan that circulates standing air. Then look at those functions from your orchid’s point of view.
The hardy Phalaenopsis is a favorite among “newbies.” As Just Add Ice Orchids notes, just three ice cubes a week is necessary to keep this plant healthy and blooming.
But even a hardy orchid needs the benefits of a proper environment. In nature, orchids typically grow in warm, humid rainforest environments. That’s simply where they’re most comfortable. Bringing them into a house that’s overheated, under heated, dry-heated or drafty can cause a shock to the plant’s system.
People with the budget and room for it like to create a greenhouse environment for their orchids and other tropical plants to recreate a natural environment.
But even if you don’t have the means to build a greenhouse, you can still follow some simple orchid tips to keep your orchid healthy.
No matter how experienced an owner you are, you will likely have questions about your plants at some point. Fortunately, you’re not alone! Find orchid tips anytime through the blogs and forums of Just Add Ice Orchids.
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