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Pruning guide

How to prune orchid

Best time
After all flowers have dropped from the spike
How often
Once per bloom cycle
Technique
For a full rest cut, use sterile scissors or pruners to remove the entire spike at the base. For a potential second flush, cut just above the second or third node from the base and wait 8–12 weeks for a branch to emerge.

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Pruning orchid — FAQ

When should I prune orchid?

After all flowers have dropped from the spike. For a full rest cut, use sterile scissors or pruners to remove the entire spike at the base. For a potential second flush, cut just above the second or third node from the base and wait 8–12 weeks for a branch to emerge.

How often does orchid need pruning?

Once per bloom cycle. Phalaenopsis orchids rarely need pruning beyond flower spike management. After all blooms drop, you have two options: cut the spike to the base for the plant to rest and rebloom on a new spike, or cut just above a lower node — a dormant side branch may produce a secondary flush of flowers.

How do you prune orchid?

For a full rest cut, use sterile scissors or pruners to remove the entire spike at the base. For a potential second flush, cut just above the second or third node from the base and wait 8–12 weeks for a branch to emerge.