I got a light meter, and am surprised at the readings

[Call_Me_Bob]

Actually, 1,000 footcandles is pretty low. To give you an example, good light for phalaenopsis is in the range of 1,500-2,500 footcandles

[SnowFalcon]

Originally Posted by Call_Me_Bob

Actually, 1,000 footcandles is pretty low. To give you an example, good light for phalaenopsis is in the range of 1,500-2,500 footcandles

why can't everyone agree on the same range? It's gets confusing after a while as to how much light to give.


I've gotten answers between 500 to 2000 it's frustrating

[Call_Me_Bob]

Originally Posted by SnowFalcon

why can't everyone agree on the same range? It's gets confusing after a while as to how much light to give.


I've gotten answers between 500 to 2000 it's frustrating

Sorry, I replied to that via Tapatalk and all that showed up was part of one of your posts, I didn't see all the other replied.

People all can't agree on a range because for each orchid grower there is a different method to growing. 1,00-2,500 is an optimal range, but that's not to say that given the right circumstances (such as increased humidity and airflow to the accompany higher light levels) Phalaenopsis can't do well under other light levels 1,00-2,500 is just what is optimal.