Dendrobium Care

November 10, 2024 Post a Comment

Dendrobium care

Higher humidity supplemented with sufficient watering allows high light orchids to have a vigorous growth season. We've seen Dendrobiums rebloom with this kind of treatment even after they have languished without blooming on a windowsill for ages. The key to getting the bloom was more light.

What do you do with Dendrobium orchids after they bloom?

Cut the flower stem just above the top leaf of the pseudobulb when the Dendrobium has finished flowering. You should care for the plant the same after flowering as during flowering. There is no need to repot.

Are Dendrobiums easy to care for?

DENDROBIUM ORCHIDS CARE AND GENERAL TIPS They are the most easiest orchids to grow and requires very less care compared to other species of orchids. They come in numerous colors and flowers very easily. They are considered as beginners orchids and you can expect flowers frequently.

Should I prune my Dendrobium?

You can prune Phalaenopsis orchids' stems once all the flowers have fallen off. This will ensure healthy growth, more blooms and bigger leaves in future. However, Dendrobium orchids don't like their stems to be cut, even after the flowers fall off. Instead, allow the bare stems to produce blooms again next year.

Where is the best place to put a Dendrobium orchid?

Dendrobiums need lots of light, but not direct sun. A lightly shaded south window is best. East or west facing windows are satisfactory if bright (avoid direct sun except at the beginning or end of the day). Dendrobiums can withstand hot weather if adequate ventilation and humidity are provided.

How often should Dendrobiums be watered?

Since Dendrobiums are often large plants in small pots, they should be watered relatively frequently, sometimes as much as twice a week. Your plant should be almost dry before watering, though. Seasonally, water Dendrobiums less in the fall and winter, and gradually more as temperatures rise in the spring and summer.

How long do Dendrobium orchids live?

Like other orchids, Dendrobium orchids can survive indoors for between 10 to 15 years with good care. To care for this popular group of orchids, keep them in a space with temperatures between 68-85 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and 65 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit during the night.

How many times does Dendrobium bloom?

They are very easy to grow, many bloom twice a year, and their flowers often last for months. Some varieties are mature plants at 3 inches tall while others are over 3 feet tall. Large mature plants can continue to produce bloom spikes and stay in bloom nearly all year round.

Why do Dendrobium leaves fall off?

Some types of dendrobium orchids are deciduous. The leaves will yellow as the plant pulls the nutrients out of them and then all the leaves on the cane fall off. While this seems traumatic, it is a natural process for these types of orchids in their cycle to rebloom.

What time of year do Dendrobiums bloom?

Their flowers generally appear between February and June. The blooms can be tiny or large, in almost every colour imaginable, and can last for up to six weeks. Dendrobiums reproduce by forming baby plantlets, called keikis. Dendrobiums make excellent houseplants.

Do Dendrobium orchids need clear pots?

If you're growing moth orchids (Phalaenopsis) you need to grow them in clear containers to allow their green roots to photosynthesise. Dendrobium and Cymbidium orchids don't have photosynthetic roots, so can be grown in opaque pots.

Why do Dendrobium leaves turn yellow?

For certain types of orchids, such as Dendrobium, leaf yellowing is often the first sign of the natural deciduous cycle that occurs during the cool, dry winter season.

Do Dendrobium orchids Rebloom on the same stem?

After your Dendrobium has finished flowering remove as much of the spike as possible without cutting into the leafy stem. Check my earlier post for more about cutting tools. Old stems will not flower a second time, but DON'T remove them, at least not yet. Your plant needs them.

Why is my Dendrobium not flowering?

Inadequate light is the number one reason orchids refuse to bloom or rebloom. 1 Dendrobium, cattleya, and cymbidium orchids are three popular varieties that like bright conditions, but not direct sun. If your orchid never leaves the dim confines of the house or office, you may need a grow light to achieve flowers.

When should I repot Dendrobium?

Dendrobiums are best repotted after they have flowered, just as their new growths are appearing between October and early December. If their roots are in good condition, simply transfer the plant to a larger pot and fill in with new mix.

How do you fertilize Dendrobium?

That is going to be its terminal leaf but it's still growing. So let me show you how I'm fertilizing

Do Dendrobium orchids need soil?

They are epiphytic so they don't require potting soil. Use an orchid-suitable medium that is mixed with fir bark or perlite and peat moss. The most essential requirement for the growing medium used is that it must be well-draining and that it holds enough moisture.

Can Dendrobium orchids be grown indoors?

Climate: tropical, sub-tropical, temperate, indoors in all climates. Soil: well-drained, specialised orchid potting mix. Position: filtered light, indoors, avoid direct sun. Flowering: long central stem with attractive sprays of flowers, some with up to 50 blooms on one stem.

Can Dendrobium grow in soil?

Common Name	Dendrobium orchid
Soil Type	Moist but well-drained
Soil pH	Acidic
Bloom Time	Spring, summer, fall

Do Dendrobiums need a winter rest?

Some of the orchids that require a cool winter rest are Dendrobium lindleyii, Dendrobium anosmum, Dendrobium aphyllum, Dendrobium nobile orchids, and many others. Even Brassavolas and Brassocattleyas appreciate a cool winter rest for a good bloom season, although they do not shed their leaves.