Where to place orchids indoors
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Orchid care after flowering...
Different types of orchid need slightly different care, so it can be useful to keep the plant label after purchase.
Orchid care repotting
But, broadly speaking, grow orchids in specialist orchid compost, avoid watering them too much, and feed with orchid fertiliser from spring until autumn.
Follow our essential orchid care tips, to ensure your orchids flower and thrive for many years.
Where to grow orchids
Most orchids require bright light but indirect sunlight.
However some orchids, such as Vanda orchids, require full sun. For moth orchids and others that need bright but indirect light, an east- or west-facing windowsill is perfect. Too much light can scorch the leaves.
Moth orchids do best with a constant temperature of around 18°C, so are best grown indoors all year round.
Other orchids, like Dendrobium, Cymbidium and Oncidium orchids need a minimum evening temperature of 10°C, so can be moved outside in summer to a bright spot out of direct sunlight.
How to plant orchids
If you're growing moth orchids (Phalaenopsis) it is beneficial to grow them in clear containers to al
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