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🌸 Dendrobium Orchid Care – Alans Garden Guide

🌞 Light

• Needs bright, indirect sunlight.
• Best spot: East or filtered South-facing light.
• Avoid direct harsh afternoon sun—it can burn leaves.

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💧 Watering

• Water once every 5–7 days in summer, every 10–12 days in winter.
• Allow the medium to dry 70–80% before watering again.
• Never let the roots sit in water—Dendrobiums hate soggy soil.

Tip: Water early morning for quick drying.

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🍃 Humidity

• Prefers 50–70% humidity.
• Mist lightly (not on flowers) or use a humidity tray if air is dry.

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🌡️ Temperature

• Day: 22–30°C
• Night: 15–20°C
• Slight drop in night temperature helps flower spikes form.

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🪴 Potting Mix

Use a well-draining orchid mix:

• Medium-grade pine bark
• A bit of charcoal
• Perlite for aeration

Repot every 2 years or when the mix breaks down.

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🌱 Fertilizer

• Feed every 15 days during growth (Feb–Oct).
• Use balanced orchid fertilizer (20-20-20) at half strength.
• In winter: Fertilize only once a month or stop if plant is resting.

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🌼 Flowering Tips

• Give bright light + cooler nights to trigger spikes.
• After flowering, remove spent stems only when dry and brown.
• Healthy canes should stay—they store nutrients.

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🐛 Pest Control

Common pests:

• Mealybugs
• Scale
• Spider mites

Treat using:

• Neem oil spray (weekly)
• Or mild soapy water wipes

Keep airflow good to prevent fungal issues.

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⚠️ Common Problems