| |
Dendrobium (DEN-dro-bee-um)
Dendrobium orchids are
an excellent choice
for the novice grower.
Flowers are available
in a wide range of colors,
sizes and shapes. From
the time that the first
flower bud opens, the
sprays will remain in
bloom for the next 2
months. If the plant
is kept in a bright
warm spot, the plant
may produce subsequent
sprays of flowers. Please
follow the guidelines
provided for successful
cultivation.
LIGHTING
Sufficient lighting
is must for successful
cultivation. Dendrobiums
prefer either an east
or a lightly shaded
south facing window.
Dark green leaves are
an indication of insufficient
lighting.
|
|
| |
| |
| |
|
|
TEMPERATURE
Provide nighttime temperatures of 55 to
60°F and daytime temperatures of 70 to 90°F.
WATERING
Depending upon the temperature, Dendrobiums
should be watered about once or twice a
week. During the summer, the plants may
need to be watered every 4-5 days. The rule
of thumb for watering should be as followed
: More heat more water, less heat less water.
Dendrobiums
must be allowed to dry out completely in
between watering. Try to water the plants
early in the day, so that the foliage will
be dry by nightfall. To prevent bacterial
and fungal disease use
Physan 20
once a month.
HUMIDITY
Dendrobiums prefer 40% to 50% humidity.
Humidity Trays
may be needed, especially if a heater or
air conditioner is in use in the house.
FERTILIZER
Dendrobiums must be fertilized on a regular
basis! For best results, use
Norman's Optimal
Orchid Nutrients every other
week. It is recommended to pre-water plants,
before applying the diluted nutrient solution
if the potting media is dry.
POTTING
Dendrobiums should be
grown in
Medium Orchid Bark Mix
and should be repotted
once every two years.
Ideally, Dendrobiums
should be repotted in
the spring. Dendrobiums
do best when grown in
pots that are small
for the size of the
plant.
PESTS
Common pest associated
with Dendrobiums are
scale, mealy bugs and
spider mites.
X-CLUDE,
encapsulated pyrethrum
time-release insecticide,
and
Neem Oil
are the most efficient
methods of pest control.
|
|
| |
| |
| |
|
|
|
|
