Hello All

My wife recently purchased a miltoniopsis orchid - Milt. Kelly
Barfiled 'MKO' - in bloom at the local Lowes. She's not owned one
before. It appears to be a healthy plant It is the "pansy" type.

She put it out on our pool deck area (in central Florida) with her
Phil. collection.

WIthin in 2-3 days, the flowers wilted and the leaves sagged. We've
since brought it in doors and the leaves seemed to have perked up.

Is this an orchid that can do well outdoors in Florida or do we need
to keep it out of the heat?

Any thoughts / expoeriences appreciated.

Duane