Yeah, she's getting under way. Could be about another month until you see some blooms. Ah, so that's what it's called when the buds are dropped. "Blasting". I guess like blasting them off the spike.
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Originally Posted by orchidweb
Bud Blast
There are many factors that can cause buds to dry up and drop off the plants without ever opening. Check the following: Is the room too hot? Is the light level too low? Is the plant too dry or too wet (causing root rot, this is the most common cause)? Are you using softened water instead of clean water? Are you using too much fertilizer? Are the plants being subjected to a cool draft? Is the plant near strong fumes such as new carpets, refinishing woodwork, etc.? Bud blasting is a common problem with Phalaenopsis. Fortunately, there is almost always a reason that can be determined.
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I think they left out "over estimation"... a phal sets out to produce a certain number of buds, but then later decides it'll be too much for what energy reserves it has, so it blasts some of the buds.
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