Which scale do I cut above?
By Flowersrus
United States 
Is it the first from the bottom or from the top? For example is it the one that the top flower has come from? And how do I make the cut (diagonal or straight)?
24 Feb, 2009
Answers
If we are talking about a Phalaenopsis, then it's the one right near the base. Just take your scissors and snip! It doesn't seem to matter if it's a straight cut or a diagonal...
I do cut mine, because the old stem looks so ugly, and my orchids seem to thrive on this treatment...I have a white one which has been in flower constantly for three years.
24 Feb, 2009
i didnt cut mine but the scale nearest the bottom/roots/leaves started sprouting annd grew a new flower spike from there. the next spike grew from the 3rd 'scale'. so not sure really.
24 Feb, 2009