Cycnoches Golden Showers

[Bluestar Gardens]

This beauty came to me this past June from White Plains Orchids. It was in bud, but then an aphid attack made the buds drop. It almost immediately set new buds. The fragrance was subtle then. Now, 6 months later, the fragrance fills a room. It’s a floral, almost citrusy smell. Some people describe it as banana pudding, but I don’t really get that. Maybe the sharp scent of un ripe bananas.

Now, I’m not really sure what to do about its winter rest. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Do I wait until the flowers are finished?