White dendrobium orchids are among the most popular orchids in the world. The lovely flowers that they produce are breathtaking and very easy to care for. This species is widely available both as a plant bought from an online nursery or, more commonly, as a plant grown in the wild. Both varieties of this exotic orchid can be found in cultivation and growing them indoors is a fairly straightforward process.

These orchids do well if they receive plenty of sunlight, but they will do best if you provide them with some shade during the hottest part of the day. It’s also a good idea to give your white dendrobium orchid plant artificial light during the day. Overhanging artificial lights will dry out the roots of your orchid and cause the flower to wilt. Try to keep the potting material at least 2 feet away from the source of light when growing this exotic orchid.

When choosing what potting medium to use for your white dendrobium orchid plant, you’ll want to choose a potting material that is relatively airy. Your orchid needs good drainage, so planters that are made of mesh or fiberglass would be the best choice. Watering your orchid plant is relatively simple. Just use a watering bottle and fill it about halfway up with water. You can report your white dendrobium orchid plant just before the flowers bloom.

Proper pruning will help you maintain the health of your white dendrobium orchid plant. Remove any dead branches or roots that can get tangled in the nets and trays of your pots. Remove any weeds that sprout through the orchid’s barriers. Remove or dead leaves or stems that can collect in the orchid’s blossom cups. If you find yourself with a clogged or plugged pot, scrub the area with a brush dipped in diluted bleach. If you have a problem with algae, remove the orchid from its pot and spread diluted bleach on the leaves and stems of your white dendrobium orchid plant.

Water your white dendrobium orchid plant only about an inch deep when you first bring it home. Overwatering is not the way to maintain your orchid’s health. Your white dendrobium orchid plant needs approximately 2 inches of water per week, just like any other plants. Water at least once a day, but do not over-water. The roots will rot if there is too much water. If the roots are getting wet, they are getting too much water.

When the white dendrobium orchid plant starts to droop, you may need to remove some of its leaves or branches. You can report your white dendrobium orchid plant by taking a new pot and filling it with water. Add about a third of the pot’s volume of water to the roots. Once the roots have begun to swell, gently place the plant into the pot, and fill with the remaining water. Tightly press the soil around the orchid to secure it in the pot.

One more thing you need to know about caring for your white dendrobium orchid plant is that you must water it only about an hour before you plan to turn it or take it outside. Too much water will make the roots rot. When it is about to turn or if you want to take it outside, mist the plant with a watering can or hose off the excess water. It will look much better after you take it outside.

Remember, white dendrobium orchid plants are wonderful additions to any home. These are fast growing, easy to care for and beautiful to look at. You can purchase these from most garden centers or grow them yourself in a small pot.