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Originally Posted by Fairorchids
They need less of a rest than true Calanthes. We grew and bloomed them very well in an intermediate greenhouse, with light levels in-between Cattleya & Papahiopedilum conditions, and thermostat set at 55F.
We reduced watering from end of bloom till new growths were well on their way.
And then, fertilize well while the new growths are actively growing.
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I have one of these blooming - Kim, do you cut the spike off when it's done? Seems like you would given how the leaves behave but don't know.