Cymbidium Orchids
Light/Shade – Cymbidiums require a high degree of light especially during the Spring and Summer months. However, because of the higher temperatures during this period, some shading may be needed to keep leaf temperatures down. Usually no shading is required through the Fall and Winter months.
Watering – Because the Cymbidium is a terrestrial plant and has a rapid growth rate it should be watered frequently. This is especially true during the growing season (for most Cymbidiums, Spring & Summer). In the Winter, with less sun and shorter days, watering should be somewhat reduced.
Feeding – We recommend Schultz Orchid Food or Miracle Gro Nursery Select 20-20-20 fertilizer

Dendrobium Orchids
Light/Shade – We recommend fairly high light intensity for Dendrobiums. If Dendrobiums are grown in the home, a brightly lighted south or east exposure is best.
Watering – Evergreen type Dendrobiums require heavy watering in the growing season (Spring & Summer). As the new growth matures by fall, watering should be somewhat curtailed but not so much as to let the canes shrivel back. Deciduous Dendrobiums also require abundant watering during the growing season, but as the foliage drops, they require a definite rest period.
Feeding – Dendrobiums as a whole require heavy feeding during their growth period. But as with watering, feeding should be curtailed during the fall and winter months. We recommend Schultz Orchid Food or Miracle Gro Nursery Select 20-20-20 fertilizer

Miltoniopsis Orchids
Light / Shade – We have found that Miltoniopsis requires a rather low amount of light. If grown in the home, we recommend an east or west exposure, or south with shielding from the direct sun.
Watering – Miltoniopsis like to be kept fairly moist with a slight drying between waterings. During warm dry weather, they may need to be watered 2-3 times weekly. During cool weather, 1-2 times weekly. A sure sign of underwatering would be the formation of accordion – pleated leaves. If this happens, pick up slightly on your watering. Miltoniopsis have very tender and fragile roots; for this reason, we recommend using rain water whenever possible.
Feeding – Since Miltoniopsis are vigorous growers, fertilizer can be applied almost every watering during the Spring & Summer months. This should be reduced to once weekly during Fall and Winter. We recommend Schultz Orchid Food or Miracle Gro Nursery Select 20-20-20 fertilizer

Oncidium Orchids
Light /Shade – If grown in the home, an east exposure should give the Oncidium best results. Oncidiums also do well under artificial lights. Plants should be kept about 6-8 inches from the lamps.
Watering – During the Spring & Summer months, Oncidiums should be watered frequently. We generally recommend watering twice a week during this period but this may vary with different growing conditions. Do not let the plant become totally dry between watering. During the Fall and Winter months when there is less growth, curtail your watering accordingly.
Feeding – We recommend recommend Schultz Orchid Food or Miracle Gro Nursery Select 20-20-20 fertilizer

Paphiopedilum Orchids
Light/Shade – Paphiopedilums are known to adapt readily to different light intensities. Although they will grow with a low light intensity (900 to 1500 foot candles), a stronger light will produce much better growth and flower production.
Watering – Watering should be frequent as Paphiopedilums are considered moisture loving plants. Paphiopedilums should not dry out between waterings. During fall and winter months when there is less growth, curtail your watering accordingly.
Feeding – We recommend Schultz Orchid Food or Miracle Gro Nursery Select 20-20-20 fertilizer. Paphiopedilums are particularly susceptible to fertilizer burn so it is important that they are watered thoroughly on the next scheduled watering after feeding.

Phalaenopsis Orchids
Light/Shade – Light requirements for Phalanosis are fairly east to attain. If grown in a windowsill, north exposure proves to be the best.
Watering – It's important to water your Phalaenopsis early in the morning. This insures complete water evaporation on the foliage as well as the crown by nightfall. Do not allow the root system to be dry at anytime. Under most circumstances, watering is done at 5-10 day intervals.
Feeding – Phalaenopsis are known for their fast and continual growth. For this reason, it's important that they are fed on a regular basis. We recommend Schultz Orchid Food or Miracle Gro Nursery Select 20-20-20 fertilizer