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Dendrobiums' water needs vary during different stages of growth. The growth period occurs after flowering, usually during spring to early summer. During periods of growth, your plant should be watered when the media begins to dry. During winter months, the plant can tolerate drier conditions. A good way to judge when it is time to rewater is when the top one to two inches of potting mix feel dry to the touch. Another test is to note the weight of the plant after watering and again before rewatering. The plant and pot will weigh less as the media dries out. Run water through from the top, allowing enough to flow so as to flush out undissolved minerals from the potting mix. Water should form a pool at the top of the plant. Let the plant drip dry through drain holes in the bottom of the pot. Then, place on a saucer if needed. Remember to thoroughly wet the media when watering-you cannot hurt the plant by allowing too much water to enter and drain through the potting mix. During periods of growth, your plant should be fertilized every watering. During no growth stages, follow a cycle of 3 plain waterings followed by 1 using fertilizer. Water needs will vary depending on temperature, the amount of light and humidity, and the type of media used. Be aware that over watering is the most common reason orchid plants are lost. To avoid over watering, remember to allow time for the top layer of media to dry between waterings. |
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