Thoroughly enjoyed watching this. I've grown in NZ moss for a long time...and you're right...the secret is not to over-water. The orchid you won an award for is stunning. Thanks for sharing!
That is the main purpose of my channel. I am not really trying to "teach" (I am just a hobbyist after all) but rather explain what I do that works for me in my growing conditions. I am really happy you enjoy it! Feel free to like my post and subscribe to my channel!
Thanks for sharing your watering tips. It was very helpful. I have a very difficult time with sphagnum moss too. I always wonder why the nurseries are so successful in growing the pals in moss. I live in the Sarasota, FL area and I am going to try putting some of my phals out onto the Lanai. I'm hoping it won't be too shady for them. Thanks again for the great content.
Hello Olivier and thank you for sharing!! Your Orchids are absolutely GORGEOUS and especially, your award winning Orange Orchid!! I live in Jersey and I've been able to keep my three Orchids growing in water culture but I really want to transfer them to miss and your video is inspiring me to!! Have a blessed day Sir!!❤️🥰🙏🏼
@@orchidhouse I have just 2 phals, I'm looking for a way to mount them on the wall. Could I mount it to wood? Will sphagnum work for the medium(like in the clear pots) or should I use something else?
@@amberbodecker7698 For the large hybrid Phals, it is best to grow them in sphagnum moss in the clear plastic pots but you can mount them, but make sure that the plant is FIRMLY secured to the mount (cannot wobble AT ALL). I use velcro tape to secure the plant. You can use sphagnum moss to keep them hydrated enough but you will also need to secure the moss to the mount. I would leave some new root tips outside of the moss. Give it a try with one of the 2 and see how it works for you and if you are happy, do it to the second one as well. I made a few videos on mounting orchids including on a SMALL Phal species. ua-cam.com/video/35fJ_1YLMw4/v-deo.html ua-cam.com/video/FG3J7pJzzJ4/v-deo.html ua-cam.com/video/7H97DOFTfus/v-deo.html I hope this helps...
Actually, that’s how they grow naturally (phals) hanging over on its side. You don’t end up with rotted crowns. I have seen photos in native habitat where they are almost upside down.
Oh so so beautiful 😍 congratulations on the award!!! I live about 3 to 4 hours north of you and no matter what I do, I can't grow them in moss. My porch is closed in where there is not enough air flow. (It has the aluminum roof which does not help at all) I see that I have not been getting my notifications on some of my videos, so I apologize if I comment on your older videos. ( looks like I have alot of catching up to do!!) Take care😊👍
@@orchidhouse You're welcome --- I just bought my first orchid and I am hoping to learn so much form you! You make it look easy ~ I have always been great with house plants, but have never had tropical flowers before.
@@chloebelle4923 You'll do great! Remember that I grow my orchids outdoors year round. You may have to adjust to your growing environment. Where do you live?
@@orchidhouse oh, thanks... I am in Rhode Island, so yes, I cannot grow them inside. Mine is looking great so far -- Have only had her for less than 2 weeks. I have only watered a small amount twice. The plant was in moss only from the store, but also had a plastic wrap that I removed, since it seemed suffocating. I am trying to figure out if the plant may need the nutrients of bark too, but I have read that re-potting can send them into shock. so much to learn!
@@chloebelle4923 Don't rush to repot if the plant is happy. Bark does not provide nutrients, only moisture. You can fertilize once a month at half dose recommended on the package.
Okay my friend, Hooray..... you win! You have the best grown and prettiest phalaenopsis all around, and an excellent display. In fact I am getting ready to start charging the drill. Lol. But how about sharing one more little secret? How do you get multiple spikes?
I have no idea.... I guess they are just very happy LOL. Several of these plants have had 2 spikes for years but this year some of them are branching out more. Not sure why....
Hi, Love your wall of phals and bravo on your awarded orchid. 👏👏👏 My phals are growing in my carport on a table. Your set-up on the wall looks like an attractive alternative. What type of fastener holds them up? Is the wall concrete? Mine is. Also, how do you water them? Pot by pot or spray with a hose?
Thank you! I use the "Hang-a-Pot" fastener (you can buy them at hangapot.com). They are great and super easy to install: just 2 tapcon screws in the concrete (It is indeed concrete). I believe the gentleman is based in Central Florida. I spray with a hose but I do it pot by pot (personalized service for the babies LOL).
Hello! I love your orchid collection! Especially the orange award winning orchid that you have! I am looking for one for myself! Do you sell propagations of yours, or do you know where i can buy my own?
The name is Phal. Smiley Tangerine 'Wilson' AM/AOS (Phal. Tying Shin Golden Rose X Phal. Kuntrarti Rarashati) AM/AOS I bought it from Wilson Orchids in Taiwan 5 years ago. Not sure if the cross is still available? I do not propagate my orchids.
What is the name on that lovely many flowered, large phalaenopsis? My gosh, I want to start looking for it. Do you remember where you got it - from Waters in Taiwan? I heard you later say Wilson Orchids but didn’t catch the name.
It is Phalaenopsis Smiley Tangerine 'Wilson'. I got an award from the American Orchid Society for it. AM/AOS. It has a pleasant fragrance as well. It came indeed form WIlson Orchids in Taiwan but several years ago....
Je suis francophone de naissance mais la demande est en anglais, espagnol ou portugais sur ce sujet.... et je ne sais pas comment programmer les traductions de la video via UA-cam.... J'ai fait la traduction du texte sous la video en Français et Espagnol. Avec "google translate" on gagne beaucoup de temps et il suffit de faire quelques ajustements. Merci de la suggestion. Le nombre de caractères est limité par UA-cam cependant.
Entretemps, jai trouvé le moyen de faire les traductions. Cela va prendre du temps mais je vais progressivement traduire toutes mes vidéos avec sous-titres en français et espagnol.
Hello, my husband bought me an orchid and my aunt bought me one about a year ago. Needless to say the one my aunt bought me is about dead, but it does have about 2 roots that are not dead. It is a small plant. The one my husband bought me was more recent but I didn't find your video until the flower shoots are dead. I want to save the little one. I am pretty sure I can save the bigger one. What is the best way to save the smaller plant. I want learn and save them. I live in the treasure coast.
It is tough to answer without seeing the condition of the plant. If it has 2 good roots (not mushy) you can probably save it. I would recommend to repot in a TIGHT pot with moss, give a good soaking and then let dry out entirely for a whole week and monitor the roots. If you see new root growth, you are on the right track. Hopefully you can save it but.....Some times they are too far gone and you're better off buying a new one. Good luck!
@@orchidhouse Thank you for getting back with me. I do have two or 3 good roots. I also see green at the center after I removed all the dead roots and leaves. I can’t believe it is still a little green. I really want to save it. I put in a pot with holes and added the orchid mixture with bark, pebbles and moss. I also feed it with a spray and water. The other one my husband got me, I tied it to an old branch I found and put the branch in a pot. I put them both in my patio. I liked the one you had mounted on a branch so I tried that one with the one that is in better shape. I never really cared about orchids, but that changed when my husband brought me one. Now I want more, but will wait to see if I can get these healthy first. I enjoyed your videos and subscribed to your channel. I live in Port St Lucie, so almost the same weather as you 😃
I use a hose to water these Phal. hybrids and many other of my orchids but I also use a sprayer with rain water for more delicate orchids. I add Epsom salt once a month to my standard fertilizer but I also alternate with another fertilizer that already has calcium and magnesium in it (no need for Epsom salt there). Eventually I should look into using a slow release fertilizer but I enjoy the work LOL.
Watering depends mostly on the temperatures and humidity as they dry faster when it is hotter and drier obviously but I am never in a hurry to rehydrate them right away. I really play it by ear. I would say definitely at least once a week in the summer obviously (I grow outdoors in a tropical climate) and less than once a week over the winter. The most critical part is that I want the moss to be dry when nighttime temps drop below 55 F/13 C as a moist medium is a recipe for rot and disease under those conditions. My overall fertilizing schedule for most of my orchids is "weakly, weekly" but I give more fertilizers to my catasetums when in full growth and to my Stanhopeas and some Dendrobiums. These Phal. hybrids get the least fertilizers of all because if they are dry when I fertilize on Sunday I just skip. Obviously they don't seem to suffer from it. While fertilizing matters, it is the least important factor in growing orchids I think: proper watering practices, proper light for flowering and proper temperature are more important in my opinion. To summarize: these Phal hybrids get the most neglect of all my orchids and it probably goes to show that some level of neglect is better for orchids than excessive love, especially excessive "watering love" which is a tendency that I have.
Do you spray the moss and let the orchid absorb what it needs or do you fully water? You’re blessed with a great deal of humidity. Lovely growing space!!
Thank you very much! I soak the moss real good and then let it dry out fully. I really grow them on the dry side but indeed outdoor humidity is a big help....
Thoroughly enjoyed watching this. I've grown in NZ moss for a long time...and you're right...the secret is not to over-water. The orchid you won an award for is stunning. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you very much :)
You just don’t show us your beautiful orchids, but you explain and teach me. Thank you.
That is the main purpose of my channel. I am not really trying to "teach" (I am just a hobbyist after all) but rather explain what I do that works for me in my growing conditions. I am really happy you enjoy it! Feel free to like my post and subscribe to my channel!
Floridas ambient light is perfect for Phals
I grow my phalaenopsis in the desert so growing them outside is out of the question. I am so envious of you being able to grow them outdoors.
We are lucky here indeed!
Thanks for sharing your watering tips. It was very helpful. I have a very difficult time with sphagnum moss too. I always wonder why the nurseries are so successful in growing the pals in moss. I live in the Sarasota, FL area and I am going to try putting some of my phals out onto the Lanai. I'm hoping it won't be too shady for them. Thanks again for the great content.
Thank you and good luck! Greetings to Sarasota! Beautiful city....
I wish you pan the camera to each single phal...they are so beautiful!!!
I’ve got root envy! Great growing . Loved the way you display them.
Hello Olivier and thank you for sharing!! Your Orchids are absolutely GORGEOUS and especially, your award winning Orange Orchid!!
I live in Jersey and I've been able to keep my three Orchids growing in water culture but I really want to transfer them to miss and your video is inspiring me to!! Have a blessed day Sir!!❤️🥰🙏🏼
Thanks and good luck!
Just beautiful. Well done
Thank you!
Wow your Phals are beautiful!!!!
please tell us what direction is your porch facing. your shows are great
Thank you!
My porch is facing E/SE which is ideal
Beautiful orchids!😍 thanks for sharing how you care for them, great video as usual😊
Thank you very much! Feel free to "like" my video and subscribe to my channel.
@@orchidhouse i am also subscribed with my old personal account😊
🥰 phalaenopsis bellísima 👍
Your setup is gorgeous! 💚
Thank you so much!
@@orchidhouse I have just 2 phals, I'm looking for a way to mount them on the wall. Could I mount it to wood? Will sphagnum work for the medium(like in the clear pots) or should I use something else?
@@amberbodecker7698 What type of Phals do you have? Hybrids with large flowers?
@@orchidhouse yes sir😊
@@amberbodecker7698 For the large hybrid Phals, it is best to grow them in sphagnum moss in the clear plastic pots but you can mount them, but make sure that the plant is FIRMLY secured to the mount (cannot wobble AT ALL). I use velcro tape to secure the plant. You can use sphagnum moss to keep them hydrated enough but you will also need to secure the moss to the mount. I would leave some new root tips outside of the moss.
Give it a try with one of the 2 and see how it works for you and if you are happy, do it to the second one as well.
I made a few videos on mounting orchids including on a SMALL Phal species.
ua-cam.com/video/35fJ_1YLMw4/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/FG3J7pJzzJ4/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/7H97DOFTfus/v-deo.html
I hope this helps...
Hello Sir im always watching your orchids very beautiful very amazing and i will do and try whats your doing for the plants very nice cared
Thank you!
Good day, thanks for all the useful tips. Your Phals are gorgeous.
HERMOSO, 💐🌹🥀🌺🌷⚘,DESDE, MEDELLIN, COLOMBIA. 🇨🇴
Muchas gracias!
@@orchidhouse 🙏
Beautiful colección ! 🤗💚🌺
Qué bellezas!!! Muchas gracias por compartir sus conocimientos y sus bellas orquídeas!!
Muchas gracias !
What a lovely collection you have!
Thank you very much!
Can you share the link of the equipment you use to get the pot hanging? Thanks
Here you go! It is a great system!
hangapot.com/contact-hang-a-pot/
Hi Olivier, where can I buy the Phal. equestris rosea?
Not certain but it should be widely available. The pink form is the most common one.
No, I understand,I also water the same way, and my phalaeonpsis are healthy😊🙏💖
Actually, that’s how they grow naturally (phals) hanging over on its side. You don’t end up with rotted crowns. I have seen photos in native habitat where they are almost upside down.
Yes!
Excellent topic! Thank you!
Thank you! Feel free to "like" the video and subscribe to my channel.
Oh so so beautiful 😍 congratulations on the award!!! I live about 3 to 4 hours north of you and no matter what I do, I can't grow them in moss. My porch is closed in where there is not enough air flow. (It has the aluminum roof which does not help at all) I see that I have not been getting my notifications on some of my videos, so I apologize if I comment on your older videos. ( looks like I have alot of catching up to do!!) Take care😊👍
You take care as well! Thank you! Where are you 3 to4 hours "north" of me? Orlando?
I live in Port St John. About an hour east of Orlando.
Hola . Que belleza. Que cantidad se de floración . Que fertilización le hecha , gracias
Yo di poca fertilización a estas orquidéas! Pero cada semana sería bien (pero con cantidad débil - 20/20/20 + calcium i magnesio a veces)
Does one need to prune orchids?
Hi, where do you get huge transparent plastic pots like in 1:30?
At a local Orchid supply store called Green Barn in Delray Beach. I believe you can order online too?
*Absolutely gorgeous orchids* !!!! You are so good with them!
Thank you!
@@orchidhouse You're welcome --- I just bought my first orchid and I am hoping to learn so much form you! You make it look easy ~ I have always been great with house plants, but have never had tropical flowers before.
@@chloebelle4923 You'll do great! Remember that I grow my orchids outdoors year round. You may have to adjust to your growing environment. Where do you live?
@@orchidhouse oh, thanks... I am in Rhode Island, so yes, I cannot grow them inside. Mine is looking great so far -- Have only had her for less than 2 weeks. I have only watered a small amount twice. The plant was in moss only from the store, but also had a plastic wrap that I removed, since it seemed suffocating. I am trying to figure out if the plant may need the nutrients of bark too, but I have read that re-potting can send them into shock. so much to learn!
@@chloebelle4923 Don't rush to repot if the plant is happy. Bark does not provide nutrients, only moisture. You can fertilize once a month at half dose recommended on the package.
Wow. They are gorgeous. The orange one is my favorite. If you have the time can you tell me the name please. She's so beautiful.
The orange one is Phalaenopsis Smiley Tangerine 'Wilson' AM/AOS. It has a nice fragrance too (but not very strong).
Okay my friend, Hooray..... you win! You have the best grown and prettiest phalaenopsis all around, and an excellent display. In fact I am getting ready to start charging the drill. Lol.
But how about sharing one more little secret? How do you get multiple spikes?
I have no idea.... I guess they are just very happy LOL. Several of these plants have had 2 spikes for years but this year some of them are branching out more. Not sure why....
Magnifique 😱👍💞
Merci!
Hi,
Love your wall of phals and bravo on your awarded orchid. 👏👏👏
My phals are growing in my carport on a table. Your set-up on the wall looks like an attractive alternative. What type of fastener holds them up? Is the wall concrete? Mine is.
Also, how do you water them? Pot by pot or spray with a hose?
Thank you! I use the "Hang-a-Pot" fastener (you can buy them at hangapot.com). They are great and super easy to install: just 2 tapcon screws in the concrete (It is indeed concrete). I believe the gentleman is based in Central Florida. I spray with a hose but I do it pot by pot (personalized service for the babies LOL).
@@orchidhouse Thank you!
Beautiful orchids. What size pot is the phal I the orange pot potted? Thanks
You mean the awarded orange Phal? 8" pot (20 cm)
Hello! I love your orchid collection! Especially the orange award winning orchid that you have! I am looking for one for myself! Do you sell propagations of yours, or do you know where i can buy my own?
The name is Phal. Smiley Tangerine 'Wilson' AM/AOS (Phal. Tying Shin Golden Rose X Phal. Kuntrarti Rarashati) AM/AOS
I bought it from Wilson Orchids in Taiwan 5 years ago. Not sure if the cross is still available? I do not propagate my orchids.
@@orchidhouse Thank you for letting me know! I will be on the lookout!
What is the name on that lovely many flowered, large phalaenopsis? My gosh, I want to start looking for it. Do you remember where you got it - from Waters in Taiwan? I heard you later say Wilson Orchids but didn’t catch the name.
It is Phalaenopsis Smiley Tangerine 'Wilson'. I got an award from the American Orchid Society for it. AM/AOS. It has a pleasant fragrance as well. It came indeed form WIlson Orchids in Taiwan but several years ago....
Sir very nice phal when and how many times you water in a week ?
In July/August once or twice a week, once a week max in spring and fall and less in winter. I always water in the morning.
Thank you Sir your soo good in raising orchids .me and my friends we bought many style of caring but only end to die almost.
@@morenacampanero8785 Many times, orchids die from overwatering. Keep an eye on that and good luck!
Yes thanks Sir
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Buenos días, cómo suele regar las phalaenopsis, por inmersión o las riega con manguera?
La riego con manguera
Traduction en français aussi possible ? 😃 c'est frustrant de sentir que tu pourrais mais 😆 enfin on fait avec aussi super chaîne très instructive
Je suis francophone de naissance mais la demande est en anglais, espagnol ou portugais sur ce sujet.... et je ne sais pas comment programmer les traductions de la video via UA-cam.... J'ai fait la traduction du texte sous la video en Français et Espagnol. Avec "google translate" on gagne beaucoup de temps et il suffit de faire quelques ajustements. Merci de la suggestion. Le nombre de caractères est limité par UA-cam cependant.
Entretemps, jai trouvé le moyen de faire les traductions. Cela va prendre du temps mais je vais progressivement traduire toutes mes vidéos avec sous-titres en français et espagnol.
Hello, my husband bought me an orchid and my aunt bought me one about a year ago. Needless to say the one my aunt bought me is about dead, but it does have about 2 roots that are not dead. It is a small plant. The one my husband bought me was more recent but I didn't find your video until the flower shoots are dead. I want to save the little one. I am pretty sure I can save the bigger one. What is the best way to save the smaller plant. I want learn and save them. I live in the treasure coast.
It is tough to answer without seeing the condition of the plant. If it has 2 good roots (not mushy) you can probably save it. I would recommend to repot in a TIGHT pot with moss, give a good soaking and then let dry out entirely for a whole week and monitor the roots. If you see new root growth, you are on the right track. Hopefully you can save it but.....Some times they are too far gone and you're better off buying a new one. Good luck!
@@orchidhouse Thank you for getting back with me. I do have two or 3 good roots. I also see green at the center after I removed all the dead roots and leaves. I can’t believe it is still a little green. I really want to save it. I put in a pot with holes and added the orchid mixture with bark, pebbles and moss. I also feed it with a spray and water. The other one my husband got me, I tied it to an old branch I found and put the branch in a pot. I put them both in my patio. I liked the one you had mounted on a branch so I tried that one with the one that is in better shape. I never really cared about orchids, but that changed when my husband brought me one. Now I want more, but will wait to see if I can get these healthy first. I enjoyed your videos and subscribed to your channel. I live in Port St Lucie, so almost the same weather as you 😃
Thanks again for sharing, do you use Epsom salt on your phals? Do you use a hose or a sprayer to water them?
I use a hose to water these Phal. hybrids and many other of my orchids but I also use a sprayer with rain water for more delicate orchids. I add Epsom salt once a month to my standard fertilizer but I also alternate with another fertilizer that already has calcium and magnesium in it (no need for Epsom salt there). Eventually I should look into using a slow release fertilizer but I enjoy the work LOL.
Good super
How often do you water and fertilise them ?
Watering depends mostly on the temperatures and humidity as they dry faster when it is hotter and drier obviously but I am never in a hurry to rehydrate them right away. I really play it by ear. I would say definitely at least once a week in the summer obviously (I grow outdoors in a tropical climate) and less than once a week over the winter. The most critical part is that I want the moss to be dry when nighttime temps drop below 55 F/13 C as a moist medium is a recipe for rot and disease under those conditions. My overall fertilizing schedule for most of my orchids is "weakly, weekly" but I give more fertilizers to my catasetums when in full growth and to my Stanhopeas and some Dendrobiums. These Phal. hybrids get the least fertilizers of all because if they are dry when I fertilize on Sunday I just skip. Obviously they don't seem to suffer from it. While fertilizing matters, it is the least important factor in growing orchids I think: proper watering practices, proper light for flowering and proper temperature are more important in my opinion. To summarize: these Phal hybrids get the most neglect of all my orchids and it probably goes to show that some level of neglect is better for orchids than excessive love, especially excessive "watering love" which is a tendency that I have.
Btw. What fertilizer are you using?
I alternate 20/20/20 with Cal Mag mix and Kelpmax
What fertilizer do you use to make them flower?
Regular 20/20/20
@@orchidhouse thank you.
Do you spray the moss and let the orchid absorb what it needs or do you fully water? You’re blessed with a great deal of humidity. Lovely growing space!!
Thank you very much!
I soak the moss real good and then let it dry out fully. I really grow them on the dry side but indeed outdoor humidity is a big help....
@@orchidhouse thank you for taking time to reply. 🙂👍🪴
Don't u have 2 report every year that is a bit tedious