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By: AboutOrchids | Date: Mar 18, 2010 | AboutOrchids

To Terry: If the last leaf is dying, it may be past hope. For future reference, check basic care info for Phals. Common causes for problems include too much or too little water, allowing orchid roots to sit in water, cold temps, or too little light.

To Suzanne: I'm no bug expert, but it sounds like you're describing aphids, a common orchid pest. They're especially attracted to fresh growth like flower buds and new leaves. Be persistent with the insecticidal soap -- one dose won't do it. Repeat as often as directed on the label. Also soak the potting material where insects may hide.

By: Terry | Date: Mar 17, 2010 |

Hello,
I have a Phalaenopsis orchid that isn't doing to well... in the last few months its stem has died along with 2 or its 3 large leafs.... and now its last leaf is turning purple!!! what should i do?

By: Suzanne | Date: Mar 17, 2010 |

I have been growing Phaleanopsis for some time with good success, but have one currently that developed a large group of buds that shrivel up before they get a chance to open. I did find some
very small clear bugs on the buds and wiped them off, and used an insecticidal soap on the stem and leaves, but I am trying to save what buds are left. Would appreciate any suggestions.

By: AboutOrchids | Date: Mar 14, 2010 | AboutOrchids

"One size fits all" orchid instructions don't account for the fact that different varieties of orchids have different care needs. Identifying your orchid can be a good place to start. Common causes for problems include too much or too little water, allowing orchid roots to sit in water, cold temps, or too little light.

By: Brooke Mauldin | Date: Mar 14, 2010 |

I recently purchased an orchid from Wal-Mart. I think it's dying. I read the care instructions, and I think I've been doing everything right, but the plant don't think so! I water it when the bark/moss is almost dry, and I don't have it sitting near a window or any kind of direct sunlight. What am or have I done wrong? and what can I do to keep it from dying completely?

By: AboutOrchids | Date: Mar 10, 2010 | AboutOrchids

There are thousands of orchids, and you can find some to grow in any situation, however extreme dry heat and cold winters can limit your choices. I suggest you check with local plant stores and orchid societies, and you'll probably find suitable varieties and care info. There are many native Australian orchids, including some Dendrobiums and Greenhoods, that can handle your climate. Also check out this great book on growing orchids outdoors written by a fellow Aussie orchid grower.

By: Sue Jordan | Date: Mar 10, 2010 |

I was wondering whether orchids are suitable for Campbelltown, Sydney, in an outside garden, where we have both extreme heat and cold winters. If it's suitable in a pot for outdoors, does it prefer shade or sun?

Is it more suitable as an indoor plant?

Kind Regards,

Sue

By: AboutOrchids | Date: Mar 10, 2010 | AboutOrchids

Don't repot while it's in bloom, and don't cut off any living roots. As long as your orchid has good humidity, there's no need to worry about roots growing outside the pot. You probably don't need to water every day unless you live in a hot dry area. Check basic care info for Phals.

By: Shyni | Date: Mar 9, 2010 |

I have no green thumb.
To help me "grow" my green thumb, boyfriend recently bought me a beautiful phalaenopsis from a store(which i've been admiring for months), that simply dried up and died due to the north facing room it was in, and i assume it just didn't get enough sun or something.
Undeterred, I bought another one of the same with beautiful flowers...and what seemed like very healthy roots even though some of them seem to be breaking off from each other( I just assumed it was because the pot was too small and it had no where to "fall over" and grow to).

Unfortunately, when I lifted the inner plastic part out of the clay pot(it had no draining holes) I discovered that a lot of the roots at the bottom are rotted, similar to the previous orchid's before it dried up.

I have left it in open air to ensure that all the moisture has been dried, and I've been watering it every morning, left it in the sunniest part during the day.

But I'm wondering if the orchid can be re-potted, even though it's in full bloom? and have its roots trimmed off? or shall I wait until it is finished blooming?

By: AboutOrchids | Date: Mar 8, 2010 | AboutOrchids

To JETHomas: Orchid flowers eventually fade, but that doesn't mean anything is wrong. To help it bloom again, it will help to identify your orchid so you can learn its specific care needs. If you can't identify it, follow this generic orchid care info.

To Eileen: Possible causes to investigate include pests, low light, cold temps, or need for repotting. Check this blog post to figure out if you need to repot. You may need to adapt your watering routines to changing seasons and light levels.

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