You could always simply remove it. When the plant is ready, it will grow a
new inflorescence.

Keep in mind however, that inflorescence length can be genetically
determined, to some extent.

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"Richard Cline" wrote in message
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My phalaenopsis stem had 11 blooms. Now is has added three buds at the
end of the stem. This will leave me with a 42-inch stem before the new
blooms. I would much rather have a stem with a manageable length.

Dick