Cattleya advice

[Greenthumb.5]

I have some blooming sized Cattleyas that bloom in the summer time and they are in some high light to the point their leaves and pseudobulbs are turning red. And one has two sheaths and I want to make it bloom. Any suggestions?

[isurus79]

If the bulbs and leaves are turning red, then they are getting good light. Blooming is up to their natural timing and there isn't much you can do to change that. Just give them good care and wait!

[Greenthumb.5]

Okay(sighs)

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But they are hybrids like BLC. and SLC. but what is the best way to speed up their blooming especially when they bloom in summer time because I am so desperate for Cattleya blooms. waaahhhhahahahaaaaa

[euplusia]

Growing orchids is training patience.

[Greenthumb.5]

True...True...

[isurus79]

Originally Posted by Greenthumb.5

but what is the best way to speed up their blooming

lol No such thing my friend!

Euplusia is right about orchids and patience too.

[Greenthumb.5]

LOL okay NOW I learned how it feels to actually grow an orchid especially Cattleyas. And to feel stupid and embarrassed.