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

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.

--

Ray Barkalow - First Rays Orchids - www.firstrays.com
Plants, Supplies, Artwork, Books and Lots of Free Info!


"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

Where are you, Richard? I might be closer than Jim, and I'll pay shipping.
Murri
"Jim Saitman" wrote in message
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you could ship it to my house for a good long counsling session . oh maybe
5
years or so
"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

For this stem, obviously, you've got what you've got. For future, try, very
cautiously, inching the plant into a bit more light. And/or when the first
flowers begin to fade, cut the spike below them [above the top "node"] and
hope for branching.
--
Kenni Judd
Juno Beach Orchids
http://www.jborchids.com

"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