Oncidium 'Sweet Sugar' Care: Post-Bloom, Pseudobulbs & Reblooming

Fragrance Bonus!

Onc. Sweet Sugar fills rooms with scent once buds open + warmth. Enjoy!

Post-Bloom

Cut spike at base when flowers fall—it won't rebloom on old spike.

Pseudobulb 101

• Fat storage organs for dry-period survival.
• New bulbs emerge spring from base of old, connected by rhizome.
• Leafless bulbs = dormant reserves (don't grow new leaves). Keep 3+ healthy bulbs; remove leafless at repot.

Spike Emergence

New spikes appear low, between leaf and pseudobulb. Save your stake!

Repotting: "Up-Pot" Only

• Oncidiums hate root disturbance.
• Repot early spring when bulbs fill/overhang pot.
• Move to next size up; add fresh mix around rootball.
• Fine-grade bark for thin roots.

Culture

Bright morning sun, water barely moist, weak weekly fertilizer. Your Phal success transfers well—Oncidiums are similarly rewarding!