to the forum Firsttime, you have come to the right place.
Come on Bill, things are not that dire. The best way a new grower will learn is by reading - and doing.
I do see a red flag however, the pot is sitting in a cachepot, that is a no no. The roots do need air so get that pot out so it can drain well after watering and let fresh air get in to the roots.
It has been my experience that today's Phals are not as complicated as other orchids. Mine get watered when I think of it
, generally are in bright sunny locations
and are in pots way too large :thumbsdown:. This is all wrong, I know it, but they still thrive. Do you think they have sneaked weed dna into Phals?
Read all those stickies at the top of the Orchid forum, especially the Phals/Grocery Store one. I have a good feeling that your plant will recover and if not,
you have gained valuable experience for growing your next orchid.
