New To Dendrobiums

[wilbeck]

Hello All,

I recently obtained my first Dendrobium, A D. spectabile, which appears to be in good condition with the longest cane about 20in. It needs to be repotted because it falls over. I may just put it in a small 4in. terracotta orchid pot with the (scant) mix that came with it.

Is this species a "hardcand" Dendrobium?

I read Tony Watkinson's article on growing hardcanes--ie. lots of sun, but not too much, occasional water, but not to much, maybe a little fertilizer. Does that sound about right? Thanks for any information.

Wilson