Ideal Temperature for Lady's slipper orchid

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Lady's slipper orchid(Cypripedium calceolus)
Lady's slipper orchid(Cypripedium calceolus)
Lady's slipper orchid(Cypripedium calceolus)
Lady's slipper orchid(Cypripedium calceolus)

Signs of Cold Stress in Lady's slipper orchid

Symptoms

Lady's slipper orchid flourishes in warm conditions and cannot withstand cold. Optimal growth occurs when temperatures exceed 60℉. In winter, maintain temperatures above 50℉. If the temperature drops below 39℉, leaves will show widespread waterlogged decay, wilting, and drooping.

Solutions

Remove any frost-damaged sections. Promptly relocate indoors to a warm spot to shield from cold. Position the plant near a south-facing window for sufficient light. Furthermore, avoid placing near heating or AC vents to prevent overly dry air.

Signs of Heat Stress in Lady's slipper orchid

Symptoms

In summer, Lady's slipper orchid should be kept below 75℉. When temperatures surpass 85℉, plant development stops, and leaves progressively wilt. It becomes more prone to root rot and can easily get sunburned with direct sun exposure.

Solutions

Prune off any sun-scorched and desiccated portions. Relocate the plant to a shaded area during midday and afternoon. Water the plant in the morning and evening to maintain moisture for both the plant and its surroundings.

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