Windowsill orchid

Never let the plant sit in water. Tepid water is preferred, and it is best to water early in the day so the foliage dries by nightfall. Keep in mind that far more orchids are killed from over-watering than being too dry. Cooler nights. Many orchids prefer a nighttime drop in temperature. In some, this helps encourage flowering. For several weeks during the fall, leave the windows cracked open slightly at night to allow the daytime temperatures to drop 10 degrees. This should help your orchids set spikes for winter and spring blooms!

Your local orchid society, such as the National Capital Orchid Society , is a great place to find out which varieties do well in your area. Skip to main content. You are here Home » Grow » Gardening Tips. Orchids on the Windowsill The secret to success in growing orchids indoors is choosing plants that are best suited to the growing environment.

Blooming in spring, the rich pink flowers, 3 in. They arise from a spherical pseudobulb bearing a single lance-shaped leaf. After flowering, the plant continues to develop its foliage before fading and disappearing completely in fall. Windowsill Orchids will naturalize and spread by bulb offsets, forming a charming clump over time.

As attractive in pots and containers as it is in rock gardens, it is an excellent orchid for shade garden conditions and woodland gardens. Buy Pleione 'Tongariro' Windowsill Orchid. While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates.

The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources. Buy Plants. Read More. Becoming a contributing member of Gardenia is easy and can be done in just a few minutes. We use cookies on this website, you can read about them here. To use the website as intended please Accept Cookies. Alphabetical Plant Listing. View or Create Collections. Grows up to 6 in.

Easily grown in sharply drained , moderately fertile , leafy , humus-rich soil in a sheltered spot in partial shade. This plant does not tolerate winter moisture.

In cold areas, protect from severe weather and winter wet. A lovely addition to rock gardens , woodland gardens or containers. Virtually disease free.

Keep an eye out for slugs and snails. Propagate by division of pseudobulbs. Alternative Plants to Consider.

View Guide. Natalia van D, Shutterstock. Similar Items Garden. My Beautiful Zen Garden This warm and eye-catching gravel garden is a showstopper Create stunning, easy care Measurement Unit Feet Meters.