My first cymbidium...

[AngelinaMaria]

Thanks. Some of the leaves are bent (like broken), so they don't stand straight, probably from rough handling. Should I cut them off where they are bent? Sorry if it's a dumb question I just don't want to end up torturing the plant, lol.


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[sbrofio]

Wait: if the broken part gets brown and dry, cut; lse leave it.
These plants are pretty strong.

PS don't know if you know, but Mr Ferrero (inventor of Nutella), passed away some weeks ago. Michele, thank you for everything.

[AngelinaMaria]

Ok, I'll wait and see if they turn brown, it just makes the plant look so sad, lol!

Oh no that's so sad about Mr. Ferrero! I love Nutella and ferrero rocher!


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[AngelinaMaria]

So this plant is still doing good...it's been in my south facing living room window with a sheer curtain since I got it two months ago. That one spike with the buds on it ended up turning yellow and dying before the flowers ever opened. The two newer growths in the front have been growing well and there's another growth in the back that has been coming along also. All this week the weather is supposed to be in the 70s during the day and upper 40s-mid 50s at night....it should be ok to put this plant outside now right? It will be on my front porch which is covered but gets lots of light.



Just noticed another new growth in the back too!!!

[Cym Ladye]

As long as the temps stay above freezing, get the plant outside now. But remember, just like us after a long winter inside, acclimate the plant slowly to the outdoor sunlight so you do not burn the growths or leaves.

Even though you live in Mass, I would still never recommend full sun for a Cym. 50/50 is the preferred amount translating to morning sun/afternoon shade or a 30-50% shade cloth cover, depending on the placement of tree shade.

Do not let completely dry out. However, do not over water. More Cyms are killed by over watering than under watering. If the broken leaves bother you, take a new, single edge razor blade and make a diagonal cut above the breaks. Be sure you use a new blade for each different orchid plant you trim to avoid transference of pathogens.
I would also remove the old stake for safety reasons.

As a reference, you can also bring down the search icon on the OB menu and type in Cym Care. Lots of beginner questions are answered there.

[AngelinaMaria]

Originally Posted by Cym Ladye

As long as the temps stay above freezing, get the plant outside now. But remember, just like us after a long winter inside, acclimate the plant slowly to the outdoor sunlight so you do not burn the growths or leaves.



Even though you live in Mass, I would still never recommend full sun for a Cym. 50/50 is the preferred amount translating to morning sun/afternoon shade or a 30-50% shade cloth cover, depending on the placement of tree shade.



Do not let completely dry out. However, do not over water. More Cyms are killed by over watering than under watering. If the broken leaves bother you, take a new, single edge razor blade and make a diagonal cut above the breaks. Be sure you use a new blade for each different orchid plant you trim to avoid transference of pathogens.

I would also remove the old stake for safety reasons.



As a reference, you can also bring down the search icon on the OB menu and type in Cym Care. Lots of beginner questions are answered there.

Thanks for all the great info! I put the plant on my front porch, i think it will do well there. It will get nice morning sun then afternoon shade. And there's usually a nice breeze. :-)


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[No-Pro-mwa]

Looking good.

[Cym Ladye]

Sometimes with the first plant, it is just a matter of trial and error in the end. Good Luck.