The Ultimate Guide to Keeping Your Orchid Outside

The hot Summer months are here, and it’s an opportunity for your orchids to thrive and show off, outside of your home!

Placing your orchids outside is a popular way to make your front porch, garden or backyard, beautifully stand out.

Natural elements tend to help orchids, and they generally thrive outside without too much care.

There are some key points to keep in mind:

Shade, Shade, Shade

Find a shaded spot to place your orchid. Direct sunlight, especially in the Summer months can be too harsh for your orchid and burn the plant. Find a spot that does not receive direct sunlight. Sunlight should be indirect. A special tip is to place your hand underneath the plant leaves and flowers. If the shadow is blurry, the sunlight is indirect. If the shadow is too clear, the sunlight is too direct and you need to move your orchid.

Choose How to Display Them

With so many varieties of orchids, you have many choices for keeping your orchid outside.

Vanda orchids add a sweet, tropical vibe and can be hung on your tree, porch, or terrace.

You can simply place your orchid in the backyard as well. You can create a little corner of Espressos or a delightful outside bar area surrounded by orchids.

Many people also prefer to tie their orchids to a tree. Check out our post with step-by-step instructions right here.

Keep an Eye Out

Nature will take care of some of the job when you place your orchid outside. Keep an eye out, and check out those roots weekly to see if they seem dry and grey. Follow care instructions just as you would if they were indoors.

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