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Phalaenopsis Chicago

Moth Orchid 'Chicago'

Epiphytic orchid with glossy, thick leaves and long-lasting waxy flowers on arching spikes, ideal for bright indoor environments.

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Pot Size 3-4 in

Pot Size	Availability	Price
3-4 in	In Stock	$26.83	Buy
3-4 in	In Stock	$27.28	Buy
3-4 in	Out of Stock	$27.45	Buy
3-4 in	In Stock	$30.99	Buy
3-4 in	In Stock	$30.99	Buy

Pot Size 5-6 in

Merchant	Pot Size	Availability	Price
	5-6 in	Out of Stock	$33.70	Buy
	5-6 in	In Stock	$35.48	Buy

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Plant Details

Common Name	Moth Orchid 'Chicago'
Family	Orchidaceae
Genus	Phalaenopsis
Species	Hybrid
Variety	Chicago
Origin	Southeast Asia / Hybrid
Blooming	Winter to Spring, often year-round with proper care
Leaf Color	Deep green, glossy
Sunlight	Half-shade
Category	Indoor plants
Pet Friendly	check Yes

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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Specialized orchid bark mix with perlite and charcoal for high aeration

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Watering

Soak roots weekly, allow media to dry slightly between waterings; maintain high ambient humidity

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light; avoid direct sun which scorches leaves

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Fertilization

Diluted orchid fertilizer (1/4 strength) every 2 weeks during active growth period

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Pruning

Cut flower spikes after blooming if browned, or leave for potential reblooming

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 6 months

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Mar

Apr

May

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Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

eco Leaf Persistence 12 months

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Growing Parameters

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Temperature

61° – 86°

Fahrenheit

Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth

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Humidity

40% – 85%

% relative

Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in

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Light (LUX)

1000 – 4000

Lux

Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface

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Light (PAR)

800 – 2500

mmol/m²/s

Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity

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Soil Moisture

20% – 50%

% volumetric

Water content in the growing medium

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Soil EC

300 – 1500

mS/cm

Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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