Found this one at the local B&Q and couldn’t leave without getting her. All my other ones are phals and one paph so hopefully can do well with this one. Any tips on how to care for her please?
Nice find, Bright Eyes are cracking plants
They’re similar to Phals in some ways, but with a few key differences.
• They generally tolerate cooler temps better than Phals
• Much happier in bright light. The more light and decent humidity, the more flowers you’ll get along the canes
• You can fully submerge the pot when watering. Just let it drain well
• Old canes stay after flowering. Don’t cut them unless they’re dead. Some people hate how they look, but they act like batteries storing energy and can even flower again
• Like most orchids, they prefer being snug in the pot
Big extra tip: after flowering, ease back on watering for a bit and keep it cooler and bright. That cooler, slightly drier rest is what triggers buds rather than leafy growth next season. Still don’t let it shrivel, just less pampering than a Phal.
If you can keep a Phal alive, you can definitely grow one of these. They’re tough once you get the rhythm.
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Nice find, Bright Eyes are cracking plants
They’re similar to Phals in some ways, but with a few key differences.
• They generally tolerate cooler temps better than Phals
• Much happier in bright light. The more light and decent humidity, the more flowers you’ll get along the canes
• You can fully submerge the pot when watering. Just let it drain well
• Old canes stay after flowering. Don’t cut them unless they’re dead. Some people hate how they look, but they act like batteries storing energy and can even flower again
• Like most orchids, they prefer being snug in the pot
Big extra tip: after flowering, ease back on watering for a bit and keep it cooler and bright. That cooler, slightly drier rest is what triggers buds rather than leafy growth next season. Still don’t let it shrivel, just less pampering than a Phal.
If you can keep a Phal alive, you can definitely grow one of these. They’re tough once you get the rhythm.