Can I put my Paphs outside during the summer?
While the quick answer is yes, in general we would discourage you from doing so. You are giving up control of the conditions your plants receive when you put them outdoors. While some people’s plants experience a growth spurt, it is probably because they have not optimized their indoor culture of the plants, and correcting this would be where we’d suggest putting your efforts. Plants outside can be subject to periods of too much rain too often, or the reverse, possibly extreme and unexpected temperature fluctuations, and damage from wind and hailstorms. They may also be subject to the predations of mice and squirrels, and adventuresome neighborhood cats and dogs. You might also be unable to keep as close an eye on them for developing problems, so that these problems could become major threats before being discovered. You will also face the probability that they will pick up all sorts of nasty insects and other pests such as slugs and snails in their pots. Is it true that orchid viruses
