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- Q.What Are The Stalks? - I was gifted Phalaenopsis Mini Orchid. It now has these stalks growing along with it. I do not ...
- Q.Phalaenopsis Orchid Aerial Roots During Repotting Inquiry - Dear SirsI have gifted to me a phalaenopsis orchid, approx five years old, seriously pot bound, I think it has ...
- Q.Why Is My Phalaenopsis’ Flowers Turning Green On The Back Of The Petals? - I received my Phalaenopsis as a birthday gift in full bloom in May. It went through a period of bud ...
- Q.How Do I Remove The Keiki From The Mother? - I am not sure where on the stem to cut, so that I don't damage either mom or baby.
- Q.How To Restore A Phalaenopsis Orchid Once It’s Over Watered? - There are no leaves left. Above soil roots are gone. Plant is still retaining flowers.
- Q.My Orchid Had 30 Flowers Up Until Two Weeks Ago It Now Has Only 10 But I Have At Least 30 Buds Waiting To Open…. Is This Normal - My orchid had 30 flowers up until two weeks ago it now has only 10 but I have at least ...
- Q.How To Re Pot A Phalaenopsis Orchid. - I received this plant in a small pot which was inside a bell jar containing moss. I want to repot ...
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July 14, 2020Q.What are the stalks?
I was gifted Phalaenopsis Mini Orchid. It now has these stalks growing along with it. I do not know if I am to cut these as they do not belong OR leave alone. PLZ HLEP !!
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GKH_Susan on
July 15, 2020
Certified ExpertA.There is something else planted with that orchid. (Florists often combine plants.) I would take the root out and gently remove the tag-a-long, replacing it in an orchid growing mix. This article will give you more information on growing these orchids: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/orchids/indoor-orchid-care.htm
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Anonymous on
August 23, 2020Q.Phalaenopsis Orchid aerial roots during repotting inquiry
Dear Sirs
I have gifted to me a phalaenopsis orchid, approx five years old, seriously pot bound, I think it has rotten roots and lots of aerials roots grown over the same timescale on about 3-4 inch of stem below the current green leaves.
Please can you advise if I can safely remove the lower aerial roots and treat the cuts to prevent disease as I attempt to repot?
I look forward to hearing from you soon.Kind regards
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
August 24, 2020
Certified ExpertA.Unless the aerial roots are dead or have been damaged, they should not be cut away. They are one of the ways the orchid feeds itself in its natural jungle habitat. If the roots have rotted, the air roots may be doing all the work, so it's best to treat them with care. This article will explain them: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/orchids/roots-coming-from-plant.htm
Here's an article about how to properly repot your orchid: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/orchids/repotting-orchid-plants.htm.
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October 1, 2020
1686Q.Why Is My Phalaenopsis’ Flowers Turning Green On The Back Of The Petals?
I received my Phalaenopsis as a birthday gift in full bloom in May. It went through a period of bud bursting and then acclimatized. The back side of the petals are now turning green 4 months later. I think the plant leaves and roots seem to look otherwise healthy. Are the flowers starting to naturally die or does the plant have a problem? I am in South Africa and the season is early spring. The plant is placed in the kitchen as it is the lightest area in the house with indirect sunlight from a nearby window. The house is relatively cold indoors.
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
October 2, 2020
Certified ExpertA.This is natural, for the most part. White orchid flowers will turn green, sometimes, when the lighting is just a little stronger than it needs to be.
The plant is healthy, and will not suffer in any way because of this.
You will want to feed and care for it as necessary, though.
This article will help you to care for the plant:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/orchids/indoor-orchid-care.htm
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Anonymous on
April 23, 2021Q.How Do I Remove The Keiki From The Mother?
I am not sure where on the stem to cut, so that I don't damage either mom or baby.
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
April 24, 2021
Certified ExpertA.Here are two articles that should be helpful:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/orchids/orchid-keiki-care.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/orchids/how-to-plant-an-orchid-keiki.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
Anonymous on
July 7, 2021Q.How To Restore A Phalaenopsis Orchid Once It’s Over Watered?
There are no leaves left. Above soil roots are gone. Plant is still retaining flowers.
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
July 22, 2021
Certified ExpertA.You need to repot the plant in fresh orchid bark (available in garden centers) in a clean container, and cut back on watering. Only water when the soil about an inch deep feels dry.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/orchids/indoor-orchid-care.htm
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July 11, 2021Q.My Orchid Had 30 Flowers Up Until Two Weeks Ago It Now Has Only 10 But I Have At Least 30 Buds Waiting To Open…. Is This Normal
My orchid had 30 flowers up until two weeks ago it now has only 10 but I have at least 30 buds waiting to open. is this normal?
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
July 27, 2021
Certified ExpertA.It sounds like it is fading from the artificially initiated flowering process. These will require a change in light duration in order to initiate flowering, again. Usually, this will occur after the day length shortens.
Here is a collection of articles that will help you with the care of the plant:
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March 6, 2022Q.How To Re Pot A Phalaenopsis Orchid.
I received this plant in a small pot which was inside a bell jar containing moss. I want to repot the plant in a larger pot. Can I reuse the moss and how do I do it?
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
March 7, 2022
Certified ExpertA.This article should help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/orchids/repotting-orchid-plants.htm
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