Practical guide to growing Cattleya Orchids – What culture sheets don’t tell you
Today we take a closer look at crowd favorites Cattleya Orchids! No light or watering practices, but other more practical details!
🦋 More info below! 🦋
Cattleyas are among the most popular orchids in enthusiasts collections. Here are some culture details https://youtu.be/QhIPWC3s1s0
And http://www.aos.org/orchids/culture-sheets/cattleya.aspx
But did you know that each Cattleya can produce its new roots at particular times of the year? Also not all grow multiple canes per year, some only grow one! Do you know which Cattleyas don’t bloom from the top of the canes?
These are details that you will usually discover as you grow them, but if you don’t know what to expect, it might be quite nerve wracking!
Practical guide to slipper orchids https://youtu.be/rJ78qLKd_zQ
Color changing orchids https://youtu.be/A9_lGIyLuY0
Cattleya growth stages https://youtu.be/hnXC-4NA3s4
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🌸 My environment:
Subtropical climate, hot summers and mild winters
60-90% humidity, always breezy
Growth space is kept at min 17C and max 29C
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🌸 What I use in my Grow Room:
Media:
LECA – Pokon or IKEA
Various organic mixes from rePotme http://bit.ly/2Dmu9mW
Sphagnum Moss – Spagmoss from Besgrow http://bit.ly/2LSZjEx or http://bit.ly/2WOF1D7
Fertilizer and supplements:
MSU Orchid fertilizer for osmosis / rain water http://bit.ly/2LS2bSg
Orchid Focus Bloom (when I need something low in N)
Pots, containers, baskets:
DIY self watering pots and masks from local flower shops
Lechuza self watering pots https://amzn.to/2wIUWq2
Wooden Vanda baskets http://bit.ly/2NfIlWI
Slotted pots from rePotme http://bit.ly/2Ds488b
Lighting:
LED shop panels from Leroy Merlin, 4000k
Tertial lamps from IKEA + 4000k LED bulbs (various brands)
Orvibo WiFi Smart Plugs https://amzn.to/2MLSR7T
Shelf units:
Shirley’s Simple Shelving http://bit.ly/2qAcS1r
Lerberg and Mulig from IKEA
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