My mother in law bought me a phalaenopsis orchid eight weeks ago and I am still pretty clueless on how to care for this plant. (She herself does not have one, but thought it was pretty so she gave it to me.) It is very beautiful but I have some concerns so I can keep it alive. It sits in our bay window facing the west and I keep direct sunlight from hitting it. I water it once a week. I use Miracle Grow orchid fertilizer every two weeks. So far this plant looks very healthy. It has nice green leaves, eight beautiful blooms on it, the roots are firm and green and I have not let it get dry. It is in a plastic pot with drainage holes at the bottom. What are some BASIC tips for the plant if anyone does not mind me asking. I have read so many different things regarding watering and temperature and when to prune it. I live in rural central Nebraska if that helps at all.