Calwest Orchid Supplies

Orchid care?

I’ve had an orchid for about one year now. It was my first orchid and I have managed to keep it alive, but it never rebloomed and just recently it’s stem and many of it’s full sized leaves have died off. I know now that I should have taken it out of the moss it was packed in and repotted it then, but I was orchid ignorant. Anyhow, I just bought the most beautiful Dendrobium orchid with a green flower and burgandy wine center. I would very much like to keep this one healthy. I’ve already repotted it with an orchid mixture containing bark, charcoal, and perlite in terra cotta pot. My question is: Exactly how often do you water an Orchid and when do you fertilize it? I’ve look it all up, but I get conflicting answers.
Also, my poor little sad orchid that I almost killed still has two remaining green leaves but the roots are bad. I trimmed the roots and repotted it in the orchid mix. Do you think it can make a come back? I’d appreciate any feed back.

water when bark feels almost dry. better not to over-water!
take it to the sink and soak the pot till it’s thoroughly moistened.
try to avoid getting water on the leaves.
buy orchid food and follow the instructions, but generally feed once a month.
as they say, practice makes perfect so keep trying!

Dramm 12353 Heavy-Duty Brass Shut-Off Valve $16.94 Fingertip water control at your garden hose end. Large ergonomic handle makes iteasy for anyone to turn water “on” and “off”–even with wet hands….

Dramm 12346 400PL Plastic Water Breaker Nozzle $4.50 For hand watering in greenhouses, nurseries, yards. The original full-flow shower head nozzle used by professional growers worldwide. Molded of unbreakable cycolac plastic….

Orchid Moisture Meter MOMET(TM) Potting Substrate and Soil Moisture Tester for Plants $29.99 JERMIC LLC has created the worlds first and only electronic moisture meter designed for Orchids and other potted plants. It is called MOMETTM. MOMETTM determines electronically the moisture in soil, be it bark, moss, or dirt. The unit can be used with any house plant, garden flowers or outside plants. MOMETTM assist in the watering, care, and healthful growing of all plants, whether inside or out…

Heart Italian Charm Watch of Orchid with Bamboo and River Stones (Japanese Asian Theme) $18.99 This HOTTEST Custom Heart Shape Italian Charm Photo Watch comes with 16 starter italian charm links. The watch links can be exchanged with other medium size (9mm) Italian charms. All our watches are brand new and are using Japanese movements and batteries (included). The measurement of the watch face (metal edge to edge) is approximately 1″, and the length is 7 1/4″. It can fit most lady’s wrists…

Pencil Case of Orchid with Bamboo and River Stones (Japanese Asian Theme) $21.97 Made from durable polyester fabric with zipper clousure. Black waterproof fabric inner layer for added protection. Handmade pencil case. Dimensions: 8.75″ x 4.25″….

Large Mousepad of Orchid with Bamboo and River Stones (Japanese Asian Theme) $15.97 This 9.25″ x 7.75″ rectangular mousepad is made of a durable heat-resistant polyester fabric top, will keep your mouse rolling in style. Any type of mouse (fiber-optic or ball guided) will glide smoothly across the durable polyester surface. Backed with a neoprene rubber non-slip backing, keeps the mousepad from sliding. The mousepad is 1/8″ thick. It will not discolor or fade, machine washable….

Classic 20 CD DVD Bluray Wallet Case of Orchid with Bamboo and River Stones (Japanese Asian Theme) $24.97 This leather-made multi-CD case is able to fit up 20 CDs, DVDs, or Bluray Discs and its interior is designed with reinforced foam padding to give your music and film collections extra protection. Made from genuine leather. Detachable leather carry strap. Zipper closure over the top. Dimensions: 6″ diameter. 1.5″ in height….