Fukiden - Does it need special growing conditions?

[Hakumin]

Originally Posted by Orchid_Tapestry

Thank you both for your comments.
They are much appreciated...

Especially making note of growing out a single growth. with them being so expensive. Certainly something to be aware of...

And the fact that "although the same, some strains are stronger than others" makes sense....

Any thoughts on if there is a best fertilizer for this variety?

As with any neo, any balanced fertilizer for orchids works, following the same dilution and frequency as with any other orchid. Do remember though that just because it doesn't like being under-fertilized, it should by no means be over-fertilized.

I personally use Magamp granules. While technically not balanced or made specifically for orchids, it's a tried and true option frequently used in Japan and suggested in the neo books.