New Phalaenopsis Bud Blast: Cold, Roots, or Both?

Week-Old Plant, Buds Browning—Not Your Fault

Three main causes: plant strength, temperature, root condition.

Likely Scenarios

• Chilled during transport home.
• Too many buds for plant size.
• Degraded mix → root rot (common in store plants).

Immediate Care

• Restrict watering—finger test: water only when dry 2" down.
• East window preferred.
• Monitor temp ≥60°F.
• Repot post-bloom (could be weeks).

Polina, you likely did nothing wrong. Stabilize conditions, then refresh roots. Orchids are resilient!