What season is best for buying Phalaenopsis orchids so they are easiest to keep alive? There are also rules about where to place them at home

Friends who grow Phalaenopsis orchids surely all hope that the flowers they buy will live well and bloom for a long time. But many people find that just a few days after buying them, the flowers wilt, the leaves turn yellow, or the plant even dies outright... In fact, choosing the right season to buy + placing them in the right spot can directly double the survival rate of Phalaenopsis orchids!

So "when is it easiest to keep Phalaenopsis orchids alive after buying them?" Spring and autumn are the most suitable times to buy, especially March and April and September and October, which are practically the "golden adaptation period" for Phalaenopsis orchids.

Why say that? Phalaenopsis orchids come from tropical forests and fear sudden cold and heat most. Spring and autumn temperatures are so comfortable, around 20 degrees during the day and not lower than 15 degrees at night. This temperature is most similar to the climate of its native home. When you buy it home at this time, it does not have to struggle to adapt to extreme temperatures, and its roots and leaves can slowly stretch out.

By contrast, buying in summer carries greater risk. The flower shop has the air conditioning on full blast, and once it is moved home, the hot air wraps around it, and the Phalaenopsis orchid immediately droops, with leaves prone to turning yellow. In winter, even more so, the outside world is freezing cold, and the temperature difference along the way from the flower shop to home may freeze off the buds.

Next, let's talk about where to put it after buying it home. Many people think "flowers should be put on the balcony to sun," but this is wrong. The leaves of Phalaenopsis orchids fear direct sun, especially the summer sun; after two days of exposure, spots will appear. I have tried several locations and found that the corner by the window in the living room is the most ideal - it can catch a bit of slanted morning sunlight, while at noon the curtains block the strong light, so the light is bright but not glaring.

There are also some details to note. Do not place it near an air conditioning vent or radiator, as the draft will dry out the leaves, and the aerial roots are also prone to dehydration. The bathroom is actually a good place, as long as the window is bright enough; the moisture from showering will nourish it nicely. But remember, the bathroom must be ventilated often by opening the window, otherwise it is too stuffy and the roots easily rot. Some people like to put the Phalaenopsis orchid on the dining table, and this is no problem either, as long as the table lamp does not bake it and soup or water does not splash on it during meals.

When buying a Phalaenopsis orchid, you should bring it home when it is in good spirits, and then find it a comfortable little nest. Buy in spring or autumn, place it in indirect light, do not let it freeze or bake. If you do these things, even a beginner grower can keep a Phalaenopsis orchid lush and green with lots of flowers.