Here are more orchid-growing tips (continued from my last post)...
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They should be potted firmly, although not so tightly as Cattleyas, and they may be held fast with a stake.
Cypripediums have needs very similar to the Cymbidiums, but require more water and not such firm potting.
Cypripedium roots are brittle and delicate and should be handled gently to avoid injury.
If the plant is soaked for several hours before being removed from the pot, the compost may easily be separated from the roots.
Cypripediums can be readily divided during repotting, as they practically fall into separate plants, but, lacking pseudo-bulbs, they take up little room and there is not much need for separation.
Pots of four to six inches will be most convenient to handle.
The plant should be well centered since new growth may break from any side.
This genus will do well with the composts used for Cymbidiums.
The native habitat of the Cypripedium is usually swampy, so they need a rich, wet compost.
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I'll post more orchid care tips soon!
- Sara
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