Sunlight will also dictate how often your orchid needs water. "In high-light conditions, your orchid is going to metabolize more and need a little more moisture than the same plant would in a low ...

Only water a plant when the top layer is dry to the touch. Alternatively, you could invest in a moisture meter like this XLUX Long Probe Deep Use Soil Moisture Meter ( $12, Amazon ), to indicate ...

Plant Doctor Tom MacCubbin gives advice on gardening in Florida such as caring for your phalaenopsis orchid as well as Spanish needles, periwinkle, vinca, vegetables, amaryllis and St. Augustine.

Usually orchid pots have many holes, so I like to quickly dunk the pot in a bucket of room-temperature water and let it drain thoroughly. If your pot has a saucer, be sure to pour out any excess ...