My First Non-Phal Orchid: Oncidium Care Advice.
Hey Everyone!
I have finally branched away from phals! Because of this site, I have been successful in my growing of them, and I felt like it was time to try my hand at another variety. While at the grocery store yesterday, I saw a beautiful Oncidium (I think??) orchid and decided to bring it home.
So, as I know nothing of oncidium care, outside of very, very basic things, I was hoping for some advice from experienced growers.
Here's what I know/have read in the last 24 hours:
No water in the leaves (just like phal care)
Do not let it dry out all the way, likes to be a little moist.
Bright but not direct light
What else should I know about these plants? My plant has 7 psuedobulbs. 2 of them look relatively new, 1 of those new has a spike.
1 of the psuedobulbs has no more foliage. I assume this is the oldest one?
I have no idea what it is potted in. It seems to be some type of dense moss mix (not sphag). What should it be in?
I currently use Ray's K-Lite fertilizer for my phals and have his kelp-max rooting supplement.
Any help is truly appreciated! Thank you!
Last edited by MrsH530; 12-28-2014 at 04:17 PM..
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