How do I take care of orchids? After orchids are done blooming, how do you prune them back?

Answer 1

A. Phalaenopsis hybrids enjoy the light behind curtains and window blinds in this master bedroom.
B. When watering your orchids, take care to avoid wetting the leaves. If water gets trapped in between the leaves, dry them quickly by using a piece of tissue or a cotton ball.
C. After watering, do not allow residual or standing water to come in contact with the base of the orchid pot.
D. When the last flower drops, cut your flower spike halfway down the stem. A possible rebloom will occur if you continue caring for your orchid. Simply follow orchid care guidelines.

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http://www.beautifulorchids.com/orchids/orchid_care_tips/orchid_introduction/orchid_care_tips.html

Answer 2

Since there are some 30,000 known species of orchids and over a million registered hybrides (plus an unknown number of unregistered hybrids), you really need to at least know the basic type of orchid you're dealing with.

I'd recommend you look here:

http://www.orchidweb.org/aos/orchids/page01.aspx

this is the American Orchid Society web site, and they have culture/care sheets for the more commonly available types.

Some are quite easy!

Answer 3

DONT PRUNE the stalk that had the flower on it ,is the part that new buds will grow from next time just leave them alone

Answer 4

just prune the flowering stalk if you really need to - but make sure the secateurs are sterile - and sharp - they are very susceptible to disease.