Kim received an orchid with completely brown spike to leaves. Expert: normal for old spikes to die back. Some Phalaenopsis keep green spikes for rebloom; genetics determine. Cut dead spike off—no harm. Plant will send new spike from base next year. Repot after bloom in fresh fir bark mix. Soak mix first. Remove mushy roots. Plastic pot, drainage holes. East window. Weekly water, no standing water. Adjustment period several weeks.
Phalaenopsis (Moth Orchid) Post-Bloom Care: Spike Pruning and Reblooming
Cypripedium (Lady Slipper) Spike Dieback: Normal Cycle and Next Year's Bloom
Trimming Phalaenopsis Flower Spikes: High Cut vs. Low Cut
Phalaenopsis in Moss: Yellow Leaf, Bud Drop & Repotting Fix
Phalaenopsis Repotted Too Large: Limp Leaves Signal Root Rot
Phalaenopsis Spike Turning Brown: Node Cutting Technique for Reblooming
Broken Cymbidium Spike: Saving Flowers as Cut Stems and Proper Trimming
Phalaenopsis Reblooming on Old Spike While Still in Flower
Rehydrating a Rootless, Rotted Phalaenopsis
Phalaenopsis Spike Yellowing After Bloom: Normal Dieback
Top Keiki on Dying Spike: Rescue Before It's Lost
Phalaenopsis Spike Brown After 4 Years: What's Next?
Phalaenopsis with Yellowing Spike and Leaf: Repotting Needed
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