February is a very exciting time for my moth orchids. After a long winter of preparing flower spikes, they're now laden with buds getting ready to open in spring. That's why I always give them some specific TLC this month to support the magnificent display ahead.
While there isn't lots do to in terms of orchid care in late winter, a few simple tasks will boost your plant's health and can even encourage your orchid to bloom for longer. From removing old foliage, to increasing watering, and repositioning your orchid somewhere brighter, these things take literally minutes to do and create an optimal environment for abundant blooms. At the same time, there is one thing to hold off on for a little longer: fertilizing, which can lead to the downfall of your orchid this month.
