How long can orchid survive? Orchid is an exotic and lovely flower which is very popular among the floral decorators. However there’s also a widely held misconception that orchid plants only live for several years. The authentic wild orchids may live for several decades to hundreds of years.

Although it is quite possible for an orchid plant to survive in the wild, you should know that they require a lot of care and attention. They are extremely sensitive and need intense light, constant humidity and constant water to stay healthy and active. The most crucial thing is to know how to control the humidity of the environment in which they grow. You must provide them with the humidity in the range 80% to accommodate their growing requirements. The best way is to use a humidifier while the orchid plants are young, so that the roots get proper moisture at the right time. Young plants do not need to water very often.

You have to keep in mind that an orchid does not have true leaves. It has stem-like projections called thorns that are attached to the leaf surface. The leaves are called stamens and when orchid flowers are newly born, the leaves are white and smooth. As they grow older, the leaves change color and become redder. As a result, you can determine the exact time when you must water your orchid plants by observing how the leaves appear like as they turn from red to yellow or from brown to black.

It is not at all necessary to prune your orchid plants regularly. Just remove a few leaves at a time and pinch the growth if necessary. You must know that orchids grow very fast and the growth rate varies from one orchid variety to another. In addition, the exact growing conditions for your orchid varieties may vary, depending on the type of orchid and on the area where it grows (which differs from area to area). For instance, there are tropical species of orchids that require high temperatures while other varieties can grow even in milder weather conditions.

How long can orchids live in a hot climate? For this kind of orchid, the answer is – as long as it is not in direct sunlight. This means that you should keep the pots of your orchids in a location where they will receive morning or afternoon sun light. The most popular orchid varieties that can tolerate hot temperatures are the epiphytes, or the air plants, and the orchid maps which are actually air plants but do need afternoon sun. The epiphyte is the most common orchid species that can survive in a hot climate.

How long do orchids stay dormant? Some orchids can bloom again after being dormant for a couple of months or even years. However, the majority of orchids only bloom for a limited period between their growth periods such as during a growing season or between the blooms of spring and summer.

How long can orchids be grown in humid conditions? Humidity makes the growth of orchids easier and can also help the plants survive some of the challenges of growing. However, it is not advisable to place your growing area inside or close to a building or around a patio where high levels of humidity are present. If the temperature is excessively high, the roots of your orchids will not have enough moisture to survive or they will become damaged.

How long can orchids be around flowering plants? Just as humans can grow unhealthy with too much sunlight, or too much heat, too much water or fertilizer can also be detrimental to orchid plants. Overwatering or failing to fertilize your orchid plants can lead to stunted growth, early flowering or deformed flowers. Likewise, too much fertilizer can make the soil too acidic, resulting in the death of your orchids.