Or are they colored?

Blue phalaenopsis were on the paint drip

An azure blue orchid on the store shelf is mostly the result of intensive pretreatment. A Dutch breeder succeeded in turning white Phalaenopsis orchids into a blue wonder of flowers. Since the resourceful gardener had the technology patented, the exact procedure remains his secret for the time being.

The information that the butterfly orchid has a The infusion needle is connected to a drip through which the blue paint enters its ducts got. Of course, the blue magic only lasts one Heyday. If the Phalaenopsis sheds the colored flowers, the next buds unfold in innocent white.

Vanda Royal Blue - Blue flowers with white speckles

From the demanding Vanda coerulea different hybrids have emerged which - without any color drip - produce blue flowers. Anyone who is willing to accept small white sprinkles in a deep blue can look forward to the splendor of colors at any time of bloom. Of course, the standard of care for a Vanda orchid is somewhat higher than for a frugal Phalaenopsis orchid. You can only bring the blue Vanda under the following conditions

to bloom:

• In a continuously bright location, without blazing sun at noon and early afternoon
• Warm temperatures between 18 and 22 degrees in winter and 25 to 30 degrees in summer
• High humidity of an ideal 80 percent, at least 60 percent

Since a Vanda thrives without a substrate, it is mainly cultivated hanging freely or in a lattice basket. To ensure the supply of moisture, dive Soak the aerial roots in soft, room warm water for 30 minutes every few days. In summer add a liquid one to the diving water every 2 weeks Orchid fertilizer added.