How to Grow Cymbidium Houseplants

The Cymbidium is a variety of orchid that grows yellow blossoms indoors during winter months. Recognize the houseplant by its large blossoms and grassy stems. Plant a Cymbidium outdoors during summer months and transplant to its indoor digs in the fall. Read on to learn more.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Orchid soil mix
• Pot
• Orchid fertilizer

1. Add a tropical touch to your home during the winter. Plant the Cymbidium Orchid in a special orchid potting mix. Purchase a pre-mixed soil at a garden center.

2. Place the houseplant in a full, high sun during winter months. During the rest of the year move it to a medium, highly lit area.

3. Water the plant regularly to keep the soil evenly moist. The soil should be moist, but not muddy.

4. Keep the Cymbidium in a cooler area in the fall. It needs three weeks of shorter days and cooler temperatures around 55 degrees F. or below to allow for new blooms.

5. Fertilize every 2 weeks while the plant is in active growth and during blooming.

Tips & Warnings

• Propagate the plant using the division method of cutting for great results. Leave the main stem and at least four shoots with it.
• Dilute the fertilizer with water to make a 2-to-1 consistency.
• Transplant the Cymbidium outdoors during summer months.
• Temperature fluctuations can make a big difference in growth.
• Don't allow the soil in your houseplant to dry out.
• Don't keep a Cymbidium in a dry house. Use a humidifier if your house is too dry. Orchids need moisture in the air and soil.

Resources

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