January 29th, 2010
The bottom of the pot
That’s why many growers will recommend it to folks just starting out with orchids, especially phalaenopsis. Most orchids like to get almost dry again. Establishing a routine can help, for example watering on the weekend and checking the plants midweek. From a practical standpoint this usually means bringing the orchid to the sink and running water liberally through the mix. By & large one is met with the greatest success when an orchid flower delivery is watered liberally, allowing the water to pour from the bottom of the pot, until the plant and media are completely saturated. This takes time and patience but pays off with increased health and vigor of the orchid which translates into increased blooms.
