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Phalaenopsis 'Mingyue' belongs to the medium - to - large - flower type. Its petals are mango - yellow in color with a high saturation. Meanwhile, the lower petals are accompanied by red stripes, and the overall color is bright and vivid. The labellum is orange - red, forming a sharp contrast with the yellow petals, adding a sense of layering to the flower and having certain ornamental value. However, it is not easy to take care of Phalaenopsis 'Mingyue', especially in winter. A slight oversight may lead to bud abortion.

Precursors and Remedial Measures for Bud Abortion of Phalaenopsis 'Mingyue'

Precursors of Bud Abortion:
- The bud stops growing: The bud no longer expands and its color becomes dull.
- The bud becomes soft and wrinkled: The originally firm bud turns soft and develops wrinkles.
- Abnormal flower stem: Water - soaked spots appear at the top of the flower stem, and its color turns yellow and the stem becomes thinner.
- The plant's condition deteriorates: The leaves lose their luster, new leaves no longer sprout, and old leaves turn yellow.

Remedial Measures:
1. Adjust the lighting: Move the Phalaenopsis to a bright place with no direct sunlight, such as a south - facing window covered with a thin gauze. Let it receive 4 - 6 hours of diffused light per day.
2. Control the temperature: Keep the ambient temperature between 18 - 25°C. Move it to a warm place indoors to avoid low temperatures.
3. Increase humidity: Maintain the air humidity at 60% - 80% by spraying water or using a humidifier.
4. Adjust watering: Follow the principle of "watering when the soil is dry and thoroughly wetting it". Insert your finger 1 - 2 cm into the substrate, and water it when it's dry. Water thoroughly and avoid waterlogging.

Daily Winter - care Tips for Phalaenopsis 'Mingyue'

Lighting: In winter, the sunlight is gentle. It can be placed on a south - facing windowsill, receiving at least 5 hours of sunlight per day. Provide appropriate shading at noon to prevent the leaves and flowers from being burned.
Temperature: Keep the indoor temperature above 15°C. When the temperature is lower than 10°C, its growth slows down, and it may suffer from frost damage. Keep it away from the direct blow of heaters or air conditioners to prevent the local temperature from being too high.
Watering: Water once every 7 - 10 days. Water at noon when the temperature is relatively high, using water at room temperature. Pour water slowly along the edge of the flower pot, avoiding pouring it into the center of the leaves.
Fertilization: Apply a thin solution of phosphorus - potassium fertilizer, such as potassium dihydrogen phosphate diluted 1000 times, before moving the plant indoors. It can be used for root - watering or foliar - spraying. Then fertilize once every 1 - 2 months, with the concentration reduced by half.