Cattleya Mendelii Care

The state of the air about the plants is a large factor in deciding when and how much to water them. When dry, hot winds are prevalent, frequent and copious waterings will be necessary. On dull days or days when moisture laden winds affect the air, little or no water should be given. On clear, bright sunny days, again, you will need to give your plants a good drenching early in the morning.

During the active growth of the plant should be fertilized every week 1/4-1/2 of the recommended dose of fertilizer for orchids. A fertilizer with a high nitrogen content is beneficial from spring to mid-summer, and a phosphorus-rich fertilizer can be used in late summer and autumn. To prevent the accumulation of mineral deposits, the amount of water equal to 1/10 the volume of the pot must flow freely through the pot at each watering. In order to remove previously accumulated salts, it is necessary to rinse the pot well every 3-4 weeks before next fertilization. First you should normally water the plant and leave the pot for about 30 minutes. The accumulated salts will dissolve during this time.

Full sun to part shade.

A soil composed of peat moss, loam, or sand, or any soil mixture with good drainage can be used. The soil should not be overly fertile.

Grows best at 60-80°F (16-27°C).

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