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Article #38: Cymbidiums Orchid Plants - What You Need To Grow Successfully

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Cymbidium orchid plants were first month of August.
mentioned in China during the Chin Water them well especially during their
dynasty. Yes, way back in 265 AD. They growth period, March through September.
are beautiful, delicate orchid plants After this you can water the cymbidium
which have been used for corsages. They orchid plants less but not allowing them
come in a wide range of colors, including to dry out.
reds, yellows, whites and others. Also, don't rush to repot. Let the
And now they are grown for the florist orchids get pot-bound and the psueodpods
industry because of their large flowers, can get pushed out to the edges of the
about 5+ inches. The flowers on the pot. Only then repot. They do better when
cymbidium orchid last for five to seven in close quarters.
weeks. Cymbidiums are used for corsage These plants do need good lighting for
orchids. good growth. So, don't park them under a
There are other cymbidiums which do not tree.
have as large flowers, but have an Also, year round fertilizer is necessary.
intermediate size flower. One of these is You can use a liquid fertilizer which is
the cymbidium 'Royale'. balanced or even a timed-release version.
These plants grow well outdoors and can During the cymbidium orchid plants growth
take cool temps and even a short freeze, phase you will need to give them a
to about 28 degrees F. But once this supplement fertilizer as well.
occurs bring the orchid indoors. Cymbidium orchid plants can produce some
Cymbidium orchid plants usually bloom of the largest flowers and ones which
from February to May. During the summer will last 5- 7 weeks amid the wash of
months they will do better with cooler great colors.
soil at night. If this is a problem in Have fun with these plants, they'll
your region my suggestion is to add ice re-pay you time and time again.
water to the soil after sunset during the






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