{"product_id":"macodes-petola-gold-jewel-orchid","title":"Macodes petola 'Gold' - Jewel Orchid","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Indirect light is key for these plants; they don't want to be in too bright\/ direct light. As long as it's light enough to read a newspaper there, a dimmer position will be perfect for the Ludisia Orchid.\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}'\u003eIndirect light is key for these plants; they don't want to be in too bright\/ direct light. As long as it's light enough to read a newspaper there, a dimmer position will be perfect.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Water when the top third of the soil has dried out; make sure excess water can drain freely from the pot! It's important not to use cold water when the Orchid is blooming as this can shock it and cause it to drop flowers.\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}'\u003eWater when the top third of the soil has dried out; make sure excess water can drain freely from the pot!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Average humidity is fine; it can benefit from the introduction of a pebble tray but too much humidity can also be harmful for this orchid so take care that it also has some air circulation! Don't mist this one, especially not the flowers, as this can encourage blight or mildew.\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}'\u003eAverage humidity is fine; it can benefit from the introduction of a pebble tray but too much humidity can also be harmful for this orchid so take care that it also has some air circulation! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;A well-draining but moisture retentive mix is best for this plant. One with a little added coir and bark, or a mix suited for Alocasia, will be the perfect fit. Repot every three years in spring as the plant grows; this orchid's roots grow sideways so it will love a pot that's wide and shallow!\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}'\u003eA well-draining but moisture retentive mix is best for this plant. One with a little added coir and bark, or a mix suited for Alocasia, will be the perfect fit. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Feed monthly in the dormancy period, and a little more frequently in spring and summer or whilst blooming. A houseplant feed will do, and will favour the leaves; if you want to encourage blooming, use a feed high in potassium, such as tomato feed.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}'\u003eFeed monthly in the dormancy period, and a little more frequently in spring and summer or whilst blooming. A houseplant feed will do, and will favour the leaves; if you want to encourage blooming, use a feed high in potassium, such as tomato feed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTemperature\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Ideal temperature is 15-25°C; make sure it does not get colder than 12°C in winter.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}'\u003eIdeal temperature is 15-25°C; make sure it does not get colder than 12°C in winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;This plant is non-toxic to humans and pets but can cause a bad reaction, particularly if lots is eaten, so it's advisable to keep out of reach if your pets are prone to a frequent nibble!\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}'\u003eThis plant is non-toxic to humans and pets but can cause a bad reaction, particularly if lots is eaten, so it's advisable to keep out of reach if your pets are prone to a frequent nibble!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"6cm","offer_id":45434990035197,"sku":"5452615910271","price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/macodes-petola-gold-jewel-orchid-425133.jpg?v=1720727860","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.live\/products\/macodes-petola-gold-jewel-orchid","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}