keeping orchids warm
Hello. In the summer most of my orchids are outside in the screened-in porch
or hanging outside in trees. In the past I have moved the plants indoors during the colder days. However, this year I bought lighted shelving so they can be kept warmer outside. I also purchased a vinyl tent that covers the whole unit. Question: I live in Jacksonville, FL, and it does get cold at night during the winters (for example, down to mid-upper 20s tonight/now). But, I don't think the current lights are not keeping the plants warm enough as it gets that cold. The shelving has 3 light fixtures (1 per shelve), using two, 40-watt wide spectrum lamps per fixture (go to http://www.indoorgardensupplies.com, click on flora-carts, combo BA3-SE2 at the bottom). Any suggestions on how to keep them warmer within the shelving unit I already have? Different bulbs? What is the minimum temperature I should aim for? I remember hearing 55 degrees at one point but am not sure if this is true. I have several different orchid varieties. Thanks in advance! Larry laf_at_lwpes_dot_org |
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