Phal. too close to light?

[Dreshanda]

Originally Posted by jkofferdahl

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.

I totally agree with you on the dogs- the bigger the better! But the hubby and I live in an apartment space above my dad's garage; If I could for a dog up here, I would. I'm just happy he tolerates my plant addiction for now.

Alright, I'll move the Phal up so the leaves are about eight inches away from the light source, but I just hope the heat from the lamps won't burn the flower stalks. Just touching the metal around the bulbs is enough to scald me, but I do have super sensitive skin.

Thanks again for the advice! I greatly appreciate it.