{"product_id":"paphiopedilum-krista","title":"Paphiopedilum Krista","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"298\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"43\"\u003ePaphiopedilum\u003c\/em\u003e Krista\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"78\"\u003eprimary hybrid\u003c\/strong\u003e between \u003cem data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"138\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"137\"\u003ePaphiopedilum exul × Paphiopedilum primulinum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"577\"\u003eThe cross combines the \u003cstrong data-start=\"323\" data-end=\"377\"\u003ecompact, warm-growing characteristics of \u003cem data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"375\"\u003eP. exul\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"387\" data-end=\"461\"\u003esequential-flowering habit and yellow-green flowers of \u003cem data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"459\"\u003eP. primulinum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. This makes Krista an attractive choice for collectors interested in compact, long-flowering Paphiopedilum hybrids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"577\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mk931z\" data-start=\"953\" data-end=\"1049\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"965\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide bright, filtered light or light shade. Avoid strong direct midday sunlight.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ixywyq\" data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the growing medium \u003cstrong data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003eevenly moist but not waterlogged\u003c\/strong\u003e. Avoid prolonged dryness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17hxvw8\" data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003eGrowing Medium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use an airy, well-draining Paphiopedilum mix with fine or medium bark, perlite and a moisture-retentive component such as sphagnum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"66itrw\" data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1392\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1365\"\u003e60–80% humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e with good air circulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12rbxoo\" data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1546\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate to warm conditions are suitable. Aim for approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003e20–29°C (68–85°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e during the day, with slightly cooler nights.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3lhxxm\" data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1701\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1549\" data-end=\"1565\"\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a diluted balanced orchid fertilizer during active growth. Flush the medium periodically to prevent fertilizer-salt accumulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"p7drui\" data-start=\"1702\" data-end=\"1793\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1716\"\u003eAirflow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide gentle, continuous airflow, especially in warm and humid conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10hxs7k\" data-start=\"1794\" data-end=\"1912\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1796\" data-end=\"1808\"\u003ePotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a relatively small pot with good drainage. 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