Cymbidium Orchid Growing - How To Care For Cymbidium Orchids

During the growing season, which is generally spring, summer and fall, cymbidiums should be watered frequently and heavily; in winter, with less sun, watering can be somewhat reduced. Except for the period immediately after potting, the growing medium should be kept moist at all times.

1. How do you take care of a cymbidium orchid?
2. How often should cymbidiums be watered?
3. How do I get my cymbidium orchid to bloom?
4. What do you feed cymbidium orchids?
5. Do cymbidium orchids need sun?
6. What time of year do cymbidium orchids flower?
7. Why does my cymbidium not bloom?
8. How do I repot a cymbidium orchid?
9. Are coffee grounds good for orchids?
10. How do I get my orchid to flower?
11. What to feed orchids to bloom?
12. How often does a cymbidium orchid bloom?
13. What time of year do you feed orchids?
14. What month do you repot cymbidium orchids?
15. What is the best potting mix for cymbidium orchids?
16. What is the best position for orchids?

How do you take care of a cymbidium orchid?

A Cymbidiums need lots of light and low temperatures. Only keep them indoors during autumn and winter. When inside, stand in a bright spot, such as a cool conservatory or windowsill, away from direct sunlight. Keep at about 10-15°C until the flower spike is well developed.

How often should cymbidiums be watered?

Water: Watering of Cymbidium is a delicate balancing act. They should not be allowed to go dry, yet they don't care for a soggy environment either. Watering once every seven to ten days is about right.

How do I get my cymbidium orchid to bloom?

Remember, Cymbidium Orchids like bright light and cool evening temps to bloom. After yours has flowered, cut those stems all the way down to the base of the plant to get it to bloom again next year.

What do you feed cymbidium orchids?

Begin feeding cymbidiums as soon as their flowering period is over (or, if yours haven't flowered, when those in your neighbourhood have finished). Dynamic Lifter pellets are ideal for the spring fertilising period – feed with a light sprinkling of pellets about every six weeks.

Do cymbidium orchids need sun?

Cymbidiums require at least 50% light. ... DO NOT put your orchids under dense shade or beside walls which restrict the light. 99% of Cymbidiums which do not fl ower are not getting enough light. However, this light must not be direct as direct sunlight burns their foliage.

What time of year do cymbidium orchids flower?

The most commonly grown cymbidium orchids bud in winter and flower from May through August and September to produce stunning long-lasting flowers. Some orchids are capable of producing up to four flower spikes from each bulb and have erect, fleshy leaves.

Why does my cymbidium not bloom?

Young Cymbidium Orchid plants will take a few years to settle in and flower, but they are worth the wait and will flower reliably for years to come. If you have a mature Cymbidium Orchid plant that is no longer flowering, it is often because they are in too much shade, or have been left to dry out.

How do I repot a cymbidium orchid?

Cymbidiums should be repotted after flowering and before the new growths extend. Remove the plant from its pot and if it has made a large clump of pseudobulbs, divide them by sawing through the centre of the clump and the rootball with an old breadknife.

Are coffee grounds good for orchids?

Coffee grounds are an excellent fertilizer, especially for orchids and African violets.

How do I get my orchid to flower?

Put it in a warm, bright spot

Orchids like bright but indirect light – too much direct sunlight will scorch the leaves. A spot near and east- or west-facing window is ideal. Orchids appreciate high humidity, so you could stand your plant on a tray of moist pebbles – the roots absorb moisture from the atmosphere.

What to feed orchids to bloom?

Choose a fertilizer that contains equal amounts of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium (look for 20-20-20 on the label). Fertilizer should be used at half-strength, mixing it with an equal amount of water before applying it to your orchid.

How often does a cymbidium orchid bloom?

Cymbidium spikes bloom only one time, so once the blooms have dropped you will not be able to encourage a rebloom from the spike as you can with other types of orchids. They typically bloom in the early spring although sometimes you can see flowers beginning to bloom in October or bloom all the way until June.

What time of year do you feed orchids?

As a general rule, fertilize orchids every 2 weeks during peak growth (spring and summer) and once a month during dormancy (fall and winter). Use a 30-10-10 fertilizer or orchid food, diluted to half strength.

What month do you repot cymbidium orchids?

Traditionally, cymbidiums are repotted in late spring, after the flowering season is over. I prefer to stick with tradition and repot those plants that need it in October.

What is the best potting mix for cymbidium orchids?

Most growers recommend using a combination of fir bark, perlite, peat moss, and other loose organic material for cymbidium orchids. A commercial paphiopedilum orchid mix will usually serve these plants well.

What is the best position for orchids?

The ideal spot for growing orchids is either south or east-facing windows. Usually west windows are too hot while northern windows are too dark. Placing orchids under artificial lights is the last resort if you can't find a good location to grow your orchids.