How to Encourage Orchids to Rebloom

06.06.2023 - 20:04 / gardenerspath.com / Kristine Lofgren

Pretty much all of us have bought or received a potted orchid at some point, only to abandon it when the blooms have faded. Or at least we know someone who has.

When we grow them as houseplants, orchids generally bloom for a few weeks or months and then they drop the flowers and they won’t bloom again.

Or at least, they won’t bloom again unless you know what the plant needs to convince it to send out new flowers.

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In our homes, indoor gardeners give it our best effort, and potted orchids hopefully receive consistent temperatures, food, water, and light.

But what may be perfect for most houseplants to thrive doesn’t give an orchid the signal it needs to leave dormancy and bloom again.

It doesn’t take too much to change that, though. Just a little shift in the environment can trigger your plant to blossom more beautifully than ever before. We’ll help you make that happen!

Ready to see your plant produce more beautiful blossoms to gaze upon and enjoy? In this guide, we’re going to discuss the following:

Imagine all the cash you’re going to save when you don’t have to keep buying new orchid plants!

Ready? Let’s begin.

Before we dive into the details, you need to make sure you’re providing your plant with the right care.

An unhealthy orchid is never going to rebloom, no matter what else you try. For a full rundown on how to care for orchids, check out our guide.

Here’s a quick overview:

Most species need bright, indirect sunlight. An east-, west-, or south-facing window covered in a sheer curtain would be ideal.

Too much sun and the leaves will turn black at the tips. Too