Care Guides for Cooktown Orchid


Every 7d

Recommended Frequency

1 /2 cup of water

Recommended Amount

This plant must be kept continually moist during the growing season. Do not allow this plant to sit in water as this will cause root rot.


Every 7d

Recommended Frequency

Fertilize your Cooktown Orchid once a week from spring to mid summer using a fertilizer high in nitrogen, then switch to high phosphorus fertilizer until the end of fall..


Indirect Sun

Recommended

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.


Every 365d

Recommended Frequency

Repot your Cooktown immediately after flowering.


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75° - 85°


Peat Soil

Recommended Soil

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 wit...


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