September Orchid Care Calendar

Compiled by Dixie McCulloch, a longtime KOS member who joined in 1988. Temperature Range (˚F) Days Nights Cool house 59-65 54-55 Intermediate house 70-73 59-69 Warm house up to 79 70 or more Climatic changes are more predominate this month. Temperatures can drop sharply, so be sure to check your heaters. It is this time…

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August Orchid Care Calendar

Compiled by Dixie McCulloch, a longtime KOS member who joined in 1988. Temperature Range (˚F) Days Nights Cool house 61-90 55-61 Intermediate house 70-81 60-70 Warm house up to 90 70-75 As long as the temperature is high, water should be supplied freely. As the annual growths mature, reduce watering gradually so plants can harden…

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July Orchid Care Calendar

Temperature Range (˚F) Days Nights Cool house 61 55-61 Intermediate house 70-81 60-70 Warm house up to 90 70-75 Most of your plants will have almost matured their new growths by the end of this month. Care should be taken in watering to assure even distribution of moisture. Maintain good humidity to prevent dehydration of…

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