Miltonia Orchids

  • EASY-TO-GROW
  • LONG BLOOM TIME
  • PANSY-LIKE FLOWERS

The Miltonia orchid is often called the pansy orchid because its flowers resemble pansies in shape and color patterns. The Miltonia orchid blooms beautifully and will often bloom twice a year. When the temperature is warm, their blooms could last up to 6 weeks.

Care Requirements

LIGHT

Miltonia orchids require a rather low amount of light (1500 to 2000 foot candles). If grown in the home, recommend an east or west exposure or south with shielding from direct sunlight.

WATERING​

Miltonia orchids like to be kept fairly moist with a slight drying between watering. During warm, dry weather, they may need to be watered 2-3 times weekly. During cool weather, 1-2 times weekly. A sure sign of underwatering would be the formation of accordion-pleated leaves. If this happens, increase your watering slightly. Miltonia orchids have very tender and fragile roots; for this reason, we recommend using rainwater whenever possible.

HUMIDITY

 If you keep your Miltonia orchid well watered, humidity is not a critical factor. However, try to keep it above 50%.

TEMPERATURE

Miltonia orchids should do well in the average home or intermediate greenhouse. A night temp of 60-64 degrees and a day temp of 70-80 degrees is considered best. They will tolerate higher or lower temperatures but not for extended periods.

FERTILIZER

Since Miltonia orchids are vigorous growers, fertilizer can be applied almost every watering during the spring and summer months. This should be reduced to once weekly during fall and winter. We recommend a 1/2 strength solution of 30-10-10 fertilizer with each application.

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Our Advice

We find Miltonia orchids do well in a finer grade of Fir Bark mix. It is, however, important that the pot is well-drained. The Miltonia orchid likes to be somewhat pot-bound, so allow room for only one year’s growth. Repot once a year in the spring.

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Care Requirements

LIGHT

Hydrangeas do well in partially shaded areas like under a large tree or on the side of a house. They like to receive sun in the morning, and the partial shade is in the heat of the afternoon. In Colorado, too much full sun will cause them to get sunburned.

SOIL

Hydrangea shrubs need to have well-draining soils that is rich in organic matter. Most Colorado soils will benefit from the addition of peat moss and compost that helps retain moisture. The pH determines the colors of the blooms. Acidic soil will give you blue flowers, and alkaline soil gives you pink flowers.  

FERTILIZER

If hydrangea shrubs are given too much high-nitrogen fertilizer, they may grow full and lush, but there will be fewer flowers. If the soil is rich, fertilizer is not needed. Otherwise, a light application in March or April may be warranted.

WATERING

Make sure to water your hydrangea shrubs regularly. Those big blooms require a lot of water to stay lush and full. About one inch of water throughout the week is ideal. If they receive more sun give them at least two inches during the hotter summer days.

Our Advice

  • Allium flowers need full sun for the best blooms. 
  • Plant allium bulbs when temperature is consistently in the low 60’s or lower. 
  • Allium bulbs and flowers enjoy having soil that is well-draining and has organic matter. Amend the soil with top soil, compost and organic material. 
  • Fertilize when planting the allium bulbs with either Espoma Organic Bulb-tone or Hi Yield Dutch Bulb Food. Applying fertilizer at least 3″ below bulb will make sure the roots get the most from the fertilizer. 
  • Plant allium bulbs 4 – 6 inches deep with the old roots facing the ground and the pointed end facing up. 
  • Water the planted area immediately after planting but no additional watering in fall or spring is necessary. 
  • Apply a 2 – 3 inch layer of  mulch to the planing area in mid to late fall. 

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