that is the usual thing to do - at least for phalenopsis.

what type of orchid do you have?

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Originally posted by clc3300:
Should the orchid stem be cut back after blooming is done?

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Depends on the orchid. Phals often rebloom if you cut the flower spike but leave the first flower nub on the spike on. A new spike usually forms.

Phal type Dens I cut when the last flower on the spike dies.

Tom

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