| Dendrobium orchids are mostly found in tropical | | | | extremely cold or hot temperatures for a short time |
| areas, but some have adapted to more cooler | | | | without causing major damage. |
| climates. Some species grow on trees, while a few | | | | Water |
| can be found growing on rocks. Some of these | | | | These orchids usually grow on trees in the wild. This |
| plants shed their leaves in the fall or water, while | | | | means that they are used to drying out before being |
| others are evergreen. If you're interested in growing | | | | given water again. When growing one of these plants |
| one, there are a few things you need to know. This | | | | in your home, you should let the potting medium dry |
| article will give you a few tips on how to take care | | | | out thoroughly before you provide more water. |
| of dendrobium orchids. | | | | Light |
| Air | | | | You should provide your dendrobium orchids with full |
| It's important to provide good air movement. This will | | | | sun in the morning. Just before noon until late |
| help prevent water from accumulating and leading to | | | | afternoon, you should provide more shading. The |
| the formation of mold. You can simply open up a | | | | best way to grow one in your home is to use an |
| window in the room to provide adequate air | | | | overhead light. |
| movement. A small fan can also be used, but it | | | | Repotting |
| shouldn't be pointed directly at your plant. | | | | Dendrobiums should be placed in a new pot every |
| Temperature | | | | two years. This should be done during the spring |
| As mentioned earlier, dendrobium orchids are usually | | | | after the plant has bloomed or produced new |
| found in tropical areas. It's best that you provide a | | | | growth. Medium-grade fir bark works well when |
| temperature range between 70 and 90 degrees | | | | growing these orchids in a larger pot. If you're using a |
| Fahrenheit during the day. At night, a range between | | | | relatively small pot, then you can use fine-grade fir |
| 65 and 75 is good. You can expose the plant to | | | | bark instead. |