How Do You Care For Sophrolaeliocattleya Orchids?
Sophrolaeliocattleya orchids are a hybrid cross between Sophronitis, Laelia, and Cattleya orchids. Abbreviated Slc, Sophrolaeliocattleya orchids are very manageable as house plants. Read below for some basic Sophrolaeliocattleya care tips. LIGHT: Sophrolaeliocattleya orchids prefer medium bright light. If placed outside, these orchids should be shaded from the sun. WATER: Sophrolaeliocattleya orchids prefer to dry out mostly between waterings. When in doubt, don’t water! Also try not to use softened water. FERTILIZER: A balanced fertilizer is ideal (equal parts of Nitrogen, Phosphorous, and Potassium) but it is also okay to use a Nitrogen rich fertilizer during non-blooming months and a Phosphorus rich fertilizer to encourage blooming. It is best to give the orchid one watering with fertilizer and the next watering without in order to give the plant a break. POTTING MEDIUM: Sophrolaeliocattleya orchids should be potted in fir bark. It is best to wait until the plant is literally climbi
