When to Water Catasetums

Catasetinae come out of dormancy at different times. This will give you a better idea of when to start watering and also repotting tips!

[@KP-gw5zv]

So nice to see a video from you. I have missed your videos. You if you don't know this but you have taught me a lot. I love Catasetums so seeing this video gives me lots of info on how care and repot them. Looking forward in seeing updates and the blooms. Have a real great day.

[@wadesorchids7219]

Thank you so much, Kim!

[@yourteacher458]

Great video Wade, very useful. I started watering mine about one month ago. Greetings from Poland, Irena

[@FernandaNascimentoOrchids]

Another great useful vídeo. Thank you, greetings from Portugal.

[@ileanavalerio3637]

Good afternoon Wade! Great to see your new Vidoe!!! 🌸🥰🥰🥰🌸

[@NinjaOrchids]

Helloooo!! 😃 good to see another of your videos! I’m in full watering mode now (S’ern Spain) ... thank you for this video!

[@SHARONSHORTOrchidsandGarden]

Perfect timing...just looked at mine this morning wondering what next, just did a vlog today including the plant and will watch your tips diligently to know how! happy growing.

[@MicksMasdevalliaorchids]

Great video Wade. Very informative thanks for sharing.

[@miche7032]

Great tips, perfect timing... Thank you for sharing & happy growing.

[@andredumas9547]

Hi Wade, I have 3 catasetums potted using the PET method, just a beginner, never had catasetums before. If everything goes well I intend to have a few more. Thanks for this very interesting video.

[@wadesorchids7219]

I understand that method works well for some - especially if you can’t water frequently enough. I’m in the greenhouse every day and so watering isn’t difficult. If it works well, go for it! And thanks for watching.

[@dianabonilla6361]

Stunning

[@SHARONSHORTOrchidsandGarden]

Perfect!!

[@lkasdlf]

Hi Wade... thank you so much for taking the time to read this. I have a couple questions that after scouring the web, I could not find an answer for. I live in NY and have my ctsm's under lights (approx 16 hours of artificial light that runs congruently with natural light) in east, west and south facing windows. Many of them are already losing their leaves... is this normal? It seems early (though in most cases bulbs are as large or larger than previous years' growth) In addition, some of the one's that are losing or have lost their leaves are putting out new growths. Should I continue to grow them under lights (for longer day lengths)? Finally, I understand that when leafless, they should be in decent humid environment, but does light matter (I wouldn't think so, but maybe?). Thank you so much for taking time to answer these questions.

[@denisesorchidparadise1411]

great tips, I only have one Catasetum and I will not buy another till I have learned how to take care of it right or get her to bloom, one of my bulbs is shrivels and dried out, I'm too afraid to water it, last year I think I watered it too soon, hopefully I will get it right!

[@wadesorchids7219]

Feel free to contact me at any time if you are unsure.

[@denisesorchidparadise1411]

@@wadesorchids7219 Thank you so much Wade, I appreciate your help and respect your advise

[@yusufjeewa364]

Hi Wade!! I just sent you an email last night! Hope you're well! Yusuf from South Africa

[@Muffin21814]

Hello Wade, I am thinking about getting a catasetum. Does the dormancy apply the same in Florida?? What I mean is, do they come out of dormancy in June??

[@wadesorchids7219]

They are variable as to when they come out of dormancy. Mine can start as early as the end of February while some can wait till the end of June. As I mention in the video, just go by what the plant is doing. Watering starts when roots are about 2" long. You can't always see that from the surface but you know how roots grow. Probaby a few weeks after you see them coming out of the base of the plant. Best of luck and contact me if you have more questions.

[@Muffin21814]

Thanks Wade😁