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10 rules for Basic Orchid Care

  1. When in doubt, go drought
  2. Whatever you do, do it before noon
  3. Good air movement and light are just as important as water and fertilizer
  4. Misting can result in more problems than benefits
  5. Water once a week, mark it in your calendar, more in summer, less in winter   (More on watering)
  6. Fertilze weakly, weekly
  7. Use temperate tap water / not from rock salt water softener / flush monthly
  8. If leaf is warm to the touch, it is too much light
  9. Sun changes seasonally, arrange you plants accordingly
  10. Become an inspector / bi-weekly observation is key
 Be patient. Remember that an orchid expert is one who has killed a thousand orchids.