Jacques Botha gave us an insight into the care and propagation of these magnificent plants. We learned:
- The difference between Terrestial and Epiphite orchids and how to pot them.
- How to clean out moss from the roots and allow necessary air flow to the roots
- Use of bark, broken clay pots or bricks or even stones as a potting medium
- That orchids survive in temperatures between 12 and 27 degrees
- Orchids don’t survive frost. In winter bring them in to an area that is protected and gives them morning sun
- Flush them with water every 2 weeks in winter, weekly in summer then drain well. Do not allow them to stand in water nor water to rest in the leaves.
- Fertilise your orchids every 4th watering
- Too much direct sun will cause Black Spot on the leaves
- How to recognise and treat pests like Mealie Bug using Rosecare and Koinor insecticides
- If you need advice on your orchids, take them to Sawasdee Nursery for professional advice no charge!!
Do yourself a huge favour by visiting this amazing Nursery to see masses and masses of Cattleyas, Vandas, Ascocendas, Mokaras, Dendrobiums, Oncidiums, Phalaeonopsis and many more specials and hybrids!