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Help...my phalenopsus orchid bloomed and looked gorgeous. The blooms are now spent..and the top leaves have started to discolor. Can someone help my orchid??? enter image description hereenter image description here

Dee Baker
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I would suggest leaving your orchid in a bright window, out of direct light, and let her dry. If you were watering her once a week, or even every other, she's likely getting too wet. When I lived in a very humid climate, I watered my orchids once every 4-6 weeks...they thrived on what others thought was neglect. In drier climates, I water twice a month when it's hot, less when it's cold. Check the roots -- in healthy roots: green is good, grayish needs water. I would also suggest that when you do water her, soak her roots in water for a few minutes rather than giving her ice cubes. Those top leaves may fall off, just have patience :)

Kat
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  • Thank you so much.. I have been just soaking them in my sink for 15 min once a week.. I will try to go to every 2 or 3 weeks and see how she does... – Dee Baker Oct 10 '20 at 23:35