Post-Bloom Phalaenopsis: Spike Pruning & Annual Repotting

Spike Management

Healthy plant reblooms next year. Cut old spikes above a node (joint). Some hybrids' spikes die back naturally.

Repot Now

1. Soak orchid mix.
2. Unpot, rinse roots, discard old mix.
3. Cut mushy roots.
4. Plastic pot with drainage.

Then water weekly, feed ¼ tsp/gal every other week. East window, 60–85°F.