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Spike question

Discussion in 'Website Support & Feedback' started by KarenSue, Jul 13, 2018.

  1. Jul 13, 2018 #1
    KarenSue

    KarenSue New Member

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    22F884BD-A11A-488B-809B-FF8BB5C35BAC.jpeg Hello,
    I have 3 orchids with new spikes that have sprouted off the original spike. They are growing out horizontally. How do I support them? Afraid to bend them onto a typical hook support. Never done this before
     
  2. Jul 13, 2018 #2
    carl

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    I would not bother to support them any more than they already are.
     
  3. Jul 13, 2018 #3
    KarenSue

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    Ok, thanks. Should I have cut the spike back before new ones started growing from it? They started growing rather quickly after the blooms on main spike fell off. I intended to repot them after blooming. Is this normal? Thank you for your advice. Karen
     
  4. Jul 14, 2018 #4
    carl

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    If the plant's healthy - good roots, leaves, etc., let them go and enjoy the flowers. Phalaenopsis often do this.
     
  5. Jul 14, 2018 #5
    KarenSue

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    Oh good!! So appreciate your advice! Thank you!