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Watering Lycaste Orchid
Every 5d
Recommended Frequency
1 /2 cup of water
Recommended Amount
Moisture
When watering your Lycaste Orchid be sure to use rainwater or distilled water. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Temperature for Lycaste Orchid
Best Temperature
Light Requirements for Lycaste Orchid
Indirect Sun
Recommended
Light Requirements
Indirect Sun or Filtered Sun is when sun exposure is being filtered through a sheer curtain or is not able to have the sun's rays directly hit the leaves/flowers of your plant.
Humidity Requirements for Lycaste Orchid
Humidity
Fertilizing Lycaste Orchid
Every 14d
Recommended Frequency
Fertilizing
Fertilize your Lycaste Orchid every two weeks during spring and summer and every four weeks during autumn and winter using a liquid fertilizer diluted by half.
Repotting for Lycaste Orchid
Every 365d
Recommended Frequency
Repotting Recommendations
Repot your Lycaste Orchid once a year, or once it outgrows its pot.
Best Soil for Lycaste Orchid
Peat Soil
Recommended Soil
Soil Recommendations
Peat Soil is an acidic soil that retains a lot of moisture and slows decomposition. Due to such a high moisture retention this mix may require irrigation to help with draining. This soil type is best used when paired with organic matter.