Phal. too close to light?

[jkofferdahl]

Originally Posted by Dreshanda

It's two kinda knock-off T-5's. I say that because for twenty bucks a pop, I got "large cool flourescent plant lights" on eBay and the description actually matched the product.

Anyway, before I broke the light meter; approximately eight inches directly under the lights it read about 1200 foot-candles, and I thought phals don't like that much direct light. And yeah, those spikes are pretty tall... I only kept a couple Phal. equestris and an unknown Dendrochilum before. I'll probably move it closer once the spike fades, but as long as it won't harm the flowers I guess it can stay there.

Also, she's a single cat, and the hubby would frown upon me getting a dog. Much to my personal sadness. :'(

---------- Post added at 06:44 PM ---------- Previous post was at 06:41 PM ----------



Sour apple...I forgot that cats hate that smell/taste. Thanks for reminding me!

With my larger Phals, when they spike I direct the spike around the light fixture and allow them to grow above it. However, I've had numerous flowers stay very happy just a few inches from the light bulbs. 1200 foot candles of light shouldn't hurt a Phal, especially a big, healthy one like yours.

I doubt your cat will harm your plants, but your husband needs work. Dogs are the truth.