Oh and make sure whatever you cut it with is sterile. I use a bleach solution to sterilize my shears. Others use a torch and heat the blades and some use disposable razor blades. It is to prevent spreading viruses to plant to plant. It is more important if you use your cutting tools on other plants too. If you only have one orchid it won't be a big deal if you don't but keep in mind if you get more orchids always sterilize in between cutting different plants.