Phalaenopsis Orchid Bolzano – Orange
Plant description
The Hummingbird Orchids Bolzano is a compact Phalaenopsis (moth orchid) with warm orange blooms, delivered together with the Star Fish decorative pot (pot size Ø9 cm). At delivery the plant is approximately 35 cm tall and typically carries 2–3 sturdy flower spikes, depending on current availability. The combination is designed for easy indoor styling: a flowering houseplant presented in a calm, coastal-inspired cachepot.
The orchid has the characteristic Phalaenopsis form—arched stems with buds and open flowers above a base of broad, glossy green leaves. The pot is a soft off-white with a light, matte look and a subtle raised pattern that reads as starfish-inspired decoration. It keeps the overall impression clean and Scandinavian, while adding a discreet tactile detail when placed on a shelf or table.
As with all living plants, each orchid is naturally individual. You may notice small variations in the number of flowers or the stage of bloom, but the variety and colour remain consistent.
Plant care
- Light requirements: Bright, indirect light. A spot near an east or west-facing window is ideal. Avoid strong midday sun, which can mark the leaves and shorten flowering.
- Watering routine: Water sparingly when the growing medium feels almost dry (typically every 7–10 days). Use lukewarm water and allow excess to drain fully—Phalaenopsis roots dislike standing water.
- Humidity preferences: Moderate household humidity (around 40–60%). If the air is very dry in winter, place the plant away from radiators and consider a shallow tray with pebbles and water nearby (without the pot sitting in water).
- Temperature range: Typical indoor temperatures 18–26°C. Keep away from cold drafts and sudden temperature drops.
Growth and characteristics
- Plant species: Phalaenopsis (Bolzano)
- Approx. size at delivery: About 35 cm tall
- Flower type: Orange Phalaenopsis flowers on 2–3 spikes (availability dependent)
- Growth speed: Slow to moderate; new leaves and roots develop gradually, with flowering cycles depending on care and season
Placement in the home
This orchid suits the places people most often search for an “easy flowering houseplant”: a bright kitchen windowsill (out of direct noon sun), a living room sideboard, a hallway console with good daylight, or a calm bedside setting. The Ø9 cm format is compact, making it easy to style in small spaces or as part of a group of plants and ceramics.
Care tips
For longer-lasting flowers, keep the orchid stable—avoid moving it between hot and cold rooms. After flowering, cut the spike above a node only if it remains green; if it turns brown, trim it at the base. Wipe leaves occasionally with a soft, slightly damp cloth to remove dust and support healthy photosynthesis. If you add fertiliser, use a dedicated orchid feed at a low dose during active growth.
Shipping
This plant is shipped directly from a Netherlands grower to ensure freshness and plant health during transport.
Plant information
- Plant type: Flowering houseplant
- Species / variety: Phalaenopsis ‘Bolzano’ (Hummingbird Orchids / Kolibri Orchids)
- Pot size: Ø9 cm
- Approx. height at delivery: 35 cm
- Included: Star Fish decorative pot (cachepot) and orchid
- Colour: Orange flowers, light off-white pot