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Orchid petal

soufflesaffronia

9 years ago

Hi all, it's my first time growing a potted orchid in my bathroom. I have a low ceiling in the bathroom and the orchid is quite tall. I accidentally bumped the pot against the ceiling and somehow made a dent on one of the petals. The dented part is discolored now and the flower looks like it will soon wilt. What should I do?

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suzabanana (6b Boston/N. Shore)
9 years ago
There is nothing to do. Once there has been mechanical damage to a bloom, it will not heal itself.
soufflesaffronia thanked suzabanana (6b Boston/N. Shore)
soufflesaffronia
Original Author
9 years ago
Shall I cut off this particular flower or just leave it be?
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suzabanana (6b Boston/N. Shore)
9 years ago
I'd personally leave it be. It won't bother the rest of the plant, but I suppose it depends how much the blemished petal bothers you. Personal preference, really.

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