Phalaenopsis Post-Bloom Recovery: Repotting, Watering, Light, and Feeding Schedule

Priority #1: Repot in Fresh Orchid Mix

Don't search for "instructions online"—repot now. Get bark-based orchid mix, soak it, and follow this:

1. Unpot, rinse roots, trim mushy/dead ones.
2. Plastic pot with holes, ~1" larger diameter.
3. Position plant, add wet mix, tap to settle.
4. Drain 1 week, then water weekly.

Ongoing Care

• Water: Weekly, morning, drain completely.
• Fertilize: ¼ tsp balanced fertilizer/gal when new leaf growth starts.
• Light: East window (morning sun). No direct sun otherwise.
• Repot annually after flowering.

Bloom Trigger

Cool nights ~55°F for weeks in fall initiates next spike. Patience—flowers come on the plant's schedule.