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As temperatures begin to cool, many of the plants you enjoyed during the summer start to transition to dormancy, but that doesn’t mean you have to do without the vibrant colors of summer.
As temperatures begin to cool, many of the plants you enjoyed during the summer start to transition to dormancy, but that doesn’t mean you have to do without the vibrant colors of summer.
The declining direct sunlight of fall contributes to cooler temperatures and shrinking daylight hours.
Tip #1
Make sure your orchid is still receiving lots of bright light by moving your plant closer to a window or to a window facing east or south.
Tip #1
= Not enough light
= Medium light
= Bright light
= The right amount of light
= Not enough light
No shadow
Light gray shadow
Dark shadow
Bright green leaves
Dark green leaves
Depending on your location, you could be switching between the heater and air conditioner. Either way, make sure your orchid is away from a vent, open window or fan.
Tip #2
Depending on your location, you could be switching between the heater and air conditioner. Either way, make sure your orchid is away from a vent, open window or fan.
Tip #2
If your orchid is losing blooms or its leaves are drooping, and it is well watered, pest-free and receiving enough light, drafts may be the cause.
Tip #2
If your orchid is losing blooms or its leaves are drooping, and it is well watered, pest-free and receiving enough light, drafts may be the cause.
Tip #2
The humid conditions of the summer are beginning to wane, and switching between heating and cooling sources can zap the air of the humidity orchids crave.
Tip #3
The humid conditions of the summer are beginning to wane, and switching between heating and cooling sources can zap the air of the humidity orchids crave.
Tip #3
Increase humidity around your orchid by placing other plants in the area, create a humidity tray and put your orchid on top, or mist your orchid’s leaves with water.
Increase humidity around your orchid by placing other plants in the area, create a humidity tray and put your orchid on top, or mist your orchid’s leaves with water.
Increase humidity around your orchid by placing other plants in the area, create a humidity tray and put your orchid on top, or mist your orchid’s leaves with water.
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