Den. chrysopterum 'Ching Hua' x self (Obtusisepalum) care sheet?

[starcat]

Just picked up this really cute mini for it's bright orange and yellow flowers. I was wondering if anybody knew where to find a care/fact sheet for it? or any advice for growing y'all might have would be great!

[Brooke]

I grow my obtusisepalum mounted, don't let the roots dry out, high light.



I wish those bright cheery blooms lasted longer :>(

Brooke

[starcat]

thanks! mine's potted right now so i'll keep it that way for awhile. since it's potted do you think i should water every 3-4 days and feed every week? I use half-diluted 20-20-20 for orchid food.
how long do the blooms last?
also! does it need a rest period like my other dendrobium?
thanks again

[cb977]

That's just too cute! What temps does it like?

[Brooke]

Starcat I can't tell you how often to water it because we grow it in different ways. It does NOT want to go bone dry for any period of time. You will have to judge for your conditions.

I fertilize mine every time the mount is watered with dilute MSU - more fert in summer, less in winter.

It does not need a rest period. Mine is making roots like crazy right now and will bloom late winter (I think).

The blooms don't last very long - two weeks if I remember correctly.

Susanne I grow mine as an intermediate.

Brooke

[starcat]

thanks a lot brooke