V coerulea takes a lot of light but full sun isn't necessary, I believe,
even in central Europe. My experience with V coerulea is that it blooms in
spring or late winter and can take less light and lower temps than most any
other vanda and generally like it a little cooler than most. I wouldn't push
my luck on either one if you want blooming. I give maximum light in winter,
50% shade in summer, winter temps of 55F min 80F max. If the plant is
mature, you should get blooms.
Gary
"Andreas Mueller" wrote in message
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On Mon, 25 Aug 2003 20:53:31 +0200, Reka wrote:

Hallo Reka,

First of all, it's important to know the name of your Vanda. Is there a
tag
with a name on it?

Well, it's called Vanda Coerulea. I suppose, that it's the most common.

Secondly, most orchids may need a gradual increase in light so they
don't
sunburn. Move it out into the sun gradually, increasing the hours (one,
then two hours) and the time (i.e. first morning sun, then gradually
into
noon sun) of sun exposure.

Well, she already stayed exposed to the sun in a window months, but when I
leave her outside on a balcony in direct sun, she gets burned. I'll try
something to shadow her a little bit.


Thanx,

Andreas