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Watering Venus Slipper Orchid
Every 7d
Recommended Frequency
1 /2 cup of water
Recommended Amount
Moisture
Slipper Orchids prefer consistently moist but not soggy soil. It is best to water your plant with room temperature water; do not use distilled water. When watering, allow the water to soak through and drain from the bottom.
Temperature for Venus Slipper Orchid
Best Temperature
Light Requirements for Venus Slipper 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 Venus Slipper Orchid
Humidity
Fertilizing Venus Slipper Orchid
Every 14d
Recommended Frequency
Fertilizing
Fertilize your Venus Slipper Orchid every two weeks during spring and summer using a 10-10-10 fertilizer.
Repotting for Venus Slipper Orchid
Every 365d
Recommended Frequency
Repotting Recommendations
Repot your Venus Slipper Orchid once a year, or once it outgrows its pot.
Best Soil for Venus Slipper 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.