Questions and Answers for Just Add Ice White with Purple Spots 5 in. Orchid Plant in Wood Pot (2-Stems)

A:  Hi, Andreya! Could you send a picture of your Orchid to Plantcareteam@justaddice.com? There, we can work together to figure out what your plant is struggling with. We want to make sure that you have a happy Orchid! If your plant arrived in poor condition, we would like to apologize and would love to hear how we can make this experience right for you. Let us know! We hope to hear from you soon. - Just Add Ice, a Green Circle Growers brand

A:  Hello Debbie. Watering with Ice can be an easy way to prevent the biggest killer of indoor orchids, over-watering. For more information about watering with ice please visit https://www.justaddiceorchids.com/en/orchid-watering for a more comprehensive list of questions and answers regarding Ice watering. Thank you!

A:  Absolutely not! These plants are epiphytes. The roots need air.

A:  Because orchids are epiphytes, meaning they grow without soil. Many grown in the crotches of tropical trees and get nutrition from leaves, insects, etc. They get rained upon multiple times a day and dry quickly. Be careful that you do not over water your orchid, their feet do not like to be wet all of the time. That is why and ice cube is enough. I mist my orchids and spray with a fertilizer! Good Luck!

A:  Phalaenopsis orchids are epiphytes, meaning in nature they tend to grow on the surface of other plants and derive moisture and nutrients from the air and immediate surroundings. We use a special bark instead of potting soil to mimic this. These plants also require a tropical temperature and moisture environment which most of the United States is unsuitable for. With this in mind we do not recommend planting your orchid in the yard, but appreciate your question!

A:  Hi Jeanne, thank you for your inquiry. It is at your discretion as to how you use the product. Please be sure to read the instruction manual that comes with your product. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you in the future. Thank you for shopping Home Depot!

A:  This has to be watered once a week.

A:  Put it in a jar of water (while it's still in the container) for about 15-25 minutes depending on how dry it is. Be careful not to get water between the leaves (if you do, use a paper towel to dry them the spaces off. Orchids tend to be prone to diseases but keeping the spaces between the leaves dry and using clean tools should ensure everything goes smoothly).

A:  Google 'American Orchid Society' and follow their expert advice.

A:  No, do not keep it as you received it. In general, if your orchids tend to dry out too often, use plastic pots rather than clay and use a fine potting mix.