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| Orchid Genera: |
Cattleya |
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Beginners |
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This group includes standard cattleyas, mini-cattleyas, and their hybrids with Brassavolas, Laelias, Epidendrums, Sophronitis, etc. This is our favorite group of orchids because of the wide range of colors, fragrances, and bloom sizes. There are cattleyas for every season and many bloom several times per year. Drawing by Marian Sheehan, courtesy of AOS.
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| Prounounce |
KAT-lee-uh |
| Light |
Provide bright, filtered sunlight. Morning sun is the best. A bright south or east window should provide sufficient light. During the warm seasons, a screened patio or the shade of a tree is desirable. |
| Temperature |
Nights above 50 degrees F . Days below 100 degrees F are tolerable with increased water, shading, and good air circulation. |
| Water |
Water thoroughly and allow to dry between waterings. |
| Fertilizer |
Fertilize during the warmer months with 20-20-20. During cooler months switch to a high bloom fertilizer, similar to 10-30-20. The key is to fertilize on a regular basis. |
| Potting |
Repot infrequently. Cattleya-types like to stay in the same pot for several years. When they become well-established in their pot, they will increase flower count and vigor. The best time to repot is when the plant is putting out new roots. |
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| Orchid Genera: |
Dendrobium |
| Level of Expertise: |
Beginner |
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Dendrobiums are becoming more and more popular because of their long-lasting flowers and frequent blooming habit. Some become very large and others have been bred to stay very compact. All of the evergreen dendrobiums we offer are easy to grow and bloom. Drawing by Marian Sheehan, courtesy of AOS.
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| Prounounce |
den-DROH-bee-um |
| Light |
Provide bright, filtered sunlight. Morning sun is the best. A bright south or east window should provide sufficient light. During the warm seasons, a screened patio or the shade of a tree is desirable. |
| Temperature |
Nights above 55 degrees F. Day temperatures below 90 degrees F. |
| Water |
Water thoroughly and allow to dry between waterings. Grow somewhat on the drier side during the cool winter months. Overwatering damages roots and plants will use their energy to produce keikis instead of flowers |
| Fertilizer |
Fertilize during the warmer months with 20-20-20. During cooler months switch to a high bloom fertilizer, similar to 10-30-20. The key is to fertilize on a regular basis. |
| Potting |
Dendrobiums do not like to be repotted. They like to be crowded in their container. When they become well-established in their pot, they will increase flower count and vigor. The best time to repot is when the plant is putting out new roots. |
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