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    Question Winter rest or not?

    I know cattleyas are supposed to rest in the winter, but today I was given a NOID hybrid that is completely dehydrated. It has a new growth coming up with two tiny roots, apparently trying to make up for the parts of the plant that have shriveled and died. So my question is, since the plant is so dehydrated, is it ok to water as often as the media dries out, or do I still need to give it a winter rest?

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    Yes give it a drink when dry , not all Catts. rest in the winter , some are making new growth they need the water and food to mature growths for possible spring blooms , all should recieve some water in the winter only not as much as in the spring and summer . Hope this helps .. Gin

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    Yes, thank you. That is what I needed to know.

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