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How to Rid Your Phalaenopsis Orchid of Slimy Leaves

Phalaenopsis orchids and their owners are very happy when their leaves are healthy looking. It is important for the surface of the orchid leaves to remain clean as they are an important source for the orchid to absorb...

A Good Reason Why a Phalaenopsis Orchid Has a Leaf that Turns Yellow

Despite their gentle appearance, Phalaenopsis orchids are actually quite hardy and forgiving when minor mistakes are made to their care.

How the Leaves on the Phalaenopsis Orchid Tell A Story

Phalaenopsis orchids are beautiful plants that provide amazing blooms with minimal effort. The exotic-looking plants can be found in many countries and are dotted on coffee tables from coast to coast throughout the...

Changing Leaf Color Can Alert Owners to Orchid Problems

When a healthy Phalaenopsis orchid is in bloom or is preparing to bloom, its leaves should be the color of healthy grass, a bright medium green with yellow undertones. As Phalaenopsis orchids finish blooming and enter...

Leaves Provide Clues to Phalaenopsis Orchid Health

The quality and condition of a Phalaenopsis orchid’s leaves can provide valuable clues to the plant’s general health. Learning to recognize signs of orchid distress and understand the meaning behind the appearance of...

Is Your Orchid Getting the Light It Needs?

To thrive, Phalaenopsis orchids need plenty of bright but indirect light. Overexposure to direct sunlight can damage delicate orchid leaves, causing dehydration and sunburn which can result in premature bloom drop....

How to Decipher the Story Orchid Leaves Tell

The shape, size, veining and character of its leaves tell a story about an orchid plant. If you know how to decipher the clues, the leaves of an orchid plant can reveal quite a bit of information about its species,...

Orchid Care: When and How to Cut an Orchid Leaf

In the “Care” section of our Just Add Ice Orchids website, you’ll find a section that asks, “Having Trouble?” and it’s there that you’ll find advice on Discolored Orchid Leaves, Orchid Flower or Bud Loss, Orchid Pests...