Well this is exciting...right?

[Lilac]

Beautiful flowers!

[RosieC]

Very pretty!

[Brownthumb10]

The other bud opened. Any tips on how to make these blooms last as long as possible?

[My Green Pets]

Congratulations brownthumbs. It's a real beauty!

I'd say to preserve the flowers as long as possible keep them out of the heat, as has already been mentioned.

[mendoccino]

Most of the time, moving the plant to another location shortens flower life because of a change in temperature, humidity, light or a combination of them.

It's safer to leave the plant as it is although you'd like to put it somewhere you can show.

Originally Posted by Brownthumb10

The other bud opened. Any tips on how to make these blooms last as long as possible?

[Brownthumb10]

Originally Posted by CambriaWhat

Congratulations brownthumbs. It's a real beauty!

I'd say to preserve the flowers as long as possible keep them out of the heat, as has already been mentioned.

Ok thanks! I am watering once a week; should I keep that the same?

[Optimist]

Originally Posted by Paul

Once the buds are open, I would recommend you keep it out of direct sunlight. IME, most flowers -- whether they be orchids, African violets, or what have you -- tend "wear out" faster if exposed to the heat of direct sunlight shining on them.

I totally agree. Raise the level of light untill it blooms
and then lower or shelter them for a longer bloom.

[lotis146]

Congrats! They're beautiful, so bright and cheery.