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Orchid Growing Beginner Course
A beginner course for first-time orchid growers, from Phalaenopsis basics to Dendrobium and Cattleya care.
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Orchid Growing Basics
15 minDifferences between Phalaenopsis, Dendrobium, and Cattleya. Epiphyte traits and root importance.
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Bark Media & Pot Selection
10 minProperties of bark, sphagnum moss, and terracotta pots. Using clear pots to monitor roots.
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Watering & Humidity Management
10 min'Soak and dry' principles, using humidifiers, and misting techniques.
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Light & Temperature Management
10 minProviding bright indirect light, and how day-night temperature drops trigger blooming.
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Spike Management & Post-Bloom Care
15 minSigns of spike emergence, staking, and where to cut spent spikes for potential rebloom.
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Repotting & Division
15 minSigns to repot (roots overflowing), bark replacement steps, and division techniques.
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