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Old 02-15-2017, 05:23 PM
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In my opinion, if you can comfortably read a book, that is good Phal light (as a non technical method).
Carol obviously hasn't seem the absurdly low light levels in the library at which I work!!

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ThanksDollythehun. When you say a book is a good Phal light, I missed that one!

I we like on Vancouver Island, we get a lot of gloomy days and rain. Would artificial light help in the home? That is why I have my orchid on my desk at work in the office because of the fluorescent lighting!
Yep, as Carol said, I'll try the artificial light answer. I use banks of 4 T5 flourescent bulbs, even with my Phals which live in a west-facing window. I have Phals which are thriving under them. In my opinion, lights are helpful in ANY circumstance where the natural light level is weak, so I think your plants would benefit from them. With the light output I get from the T5s, the Phals seem happy at about 8-10 inches from the bulbs.

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Just be sure to check light requirements as well as temps.
And no matter WHAT else you may do, put a running fan near the plants. Orchids absolutely love air movement.
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Thank you all for your help! I feel more confident now with my new orchid! Much appreciated!
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