This orchid is one of the easiest Orchids to grow and is native to tropics of Asia, from India to Japan and to Australia. In our area, it can happily grow outside in containers but bring them inside before frost. Flowers are long lasting (up to 3 months) and they come in many different colors (red, yellow, white, green, burgundy). Cymbidium orchids can bloom in autumn, winter
and spring depending on the variety. These are beautiful plants with leaves that are grasslike that come from pseudo bulb.
How to care for:
Light: Good light is also very important. They can be exposed to full sun, but protect them
from scorching late afternoon sun in summer time.
Watering: Water them well during the growing season, March to October. Cool temperatures
10C - 15C will trigger blooms to appear. Allow plant to dry out somewhat as the growth
matures and when the plant is not actively growing. When watering, water thoroughly with a
volume of water at least equal to that of the pot.
Repotting: Pot in a fine medium. Fir bark mixtures are the best, with 0.5 to 1.0 cm chunks of
bark, perlite and charcoal. We recommend Willgro’s Fine Media sold at Art Knapps for $8.99.
Fertilize: Fertilize with a balanced orchid fertilizer once a week during the spring and summer.
You do not need to fertilize in the fall and winter.
Humidity: Cymbidiums do best with humidity. Use humidifier, humidity trays or mist the orchid
frequently.
Orchid tips provided by Canadian Orchid Congress. For more info check out:
www.canadianorchidcongress.ca/
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