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ORCHID 101Simple Tips for Easy Orchid Care
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You’re the proud owner of a beautiful, easy-care Phalaenopsis orchid! Just how easy is it to care for your new blooms?We’re glad you asked ...
Congratulations!
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WateringIt couldn’t be simpler.
Classic Orchid3 ice cubes (or ¼ cup of water) once a week on top of the plant’s media.
Mini Orchid1 ice cube (or 1½ tablespoons of water) once a week on top of the plant’s media.
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Need a watering reminder?One can come straight to your inbox.
Sign up here: www.justaddiceorchids.com/watering
Or, text ORCHID to 84700 for text reminders.
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Orchid Care Products You Probably Have at HomeBelieve it or not, caring for your orchid doesn’t have to involve trips to the garden center.
You probably have everything you need in your pantry or cupboards to keep your plant thriving.
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ScissorsThis essential home and garden tool comes in handy for trimming the roots, leaves or spikes of your orchid.
Sterilize the scissors before cutting by wiping them down with isopropyl alcohol.
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CinnamonThis baking staple can help protect your orchid from fungus or bacteria. After trimming your orchid’s leaves, stems or roots, simply sprinkle a dusting of cinnamon over the area.
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Rubbing AlcoholHandy for a variety of healthcare uses, isopropyl alcohol can be used to sterilize orchid tools like scissors or pruning shears.
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Antiseptic MouthwashGood for more than protecting your mouth, this solution can help fight bacterial infections and keep insects away from your orchid.
Spray an unflavored version on your plant once a week to keep infections and insects away.
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Caring for Your OrchidOnce your orchid’s blooms have fallen off, take these steps to encourage reblooming.
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Caring for Your Orchid: Reblooming
If the spike is still green, find the node under the lowest bloom and cut 1 inch above it.
Node
1-inch
If the spike is brown, cut it back to the base of the plant.
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You won’t have to worry about repotting your new orchid for a year or two.
You could repot your orchid if you notice your plant is overwatered or struggling with pests or diseases.
Get simple repotting tips here
Caring for Your Orchid: Repotting
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Get more orchid care tips.Download our free guide on care for every stage of orchid life. It’s packed with visual guides and tips on everything from fertilization to reblooming.
Keep your orchid thriving with our guide