| I am not sure which type of Den hybrid you have. If it was in flower when you bought it, were the flowers coming out of the top of the canes as long sprays(Phalaenopsis type), Or were they on very short stems coming off the side of the canes in several places along the cane (nobile type)? During summer, or as soon as new growths start, both types can be watered before they are completely dry. When the new growths mature and you don't see any new leaves developing at the tops of these growths, it is time to let the plants dry between waterings. In fact, as winter progresses, you water to leave them dry for several days to a week. An occasional misting is OK, but not water in the pot. For the nobiles, you want them to cool off during winter. This will help them set flowers, and not a lot of keikis (baby plants). Phal types stay warm all year. Cynthia, Prescott, AZ |