How should I take care of my orchid?

I just bought an orchid (phaleanopsis). It had 4 blossomed flowers and about 12 bulbs. When it got home immediately 4 bulbs fell. The next day, one of the flowers died, a second one follows, and 4 more bulbs fell. The leaves seem really healthy. They told me that orchids should be watered once a week. I would like to know how to keep my orchid healthy and how can a "revive it". Should I repot it? Change the "soil"? Add fertilizer?

How should I take care of my orchid?
It needs to be placed in a location that has bright indirect light and fluctuating day and night temps. Warm days cool nights. You will need to check the potting compound to make sure it is not dried out or waterlogged. Sometimes I have to water mine two to three times a week depending on the amount of sun and heating during the day. I have mine in a southfacing bathroom that gets bright filtered light thru the shades. There is also a lot of humidity in the room from the shower and baths. I have included a site that you may find useful. Good luck with your orchid.





http://www.orchidweb.com/phalcare.aspx
Reply:http://orchidweb.org/aos/orchids/page01....





These people can answer just about any question you might have about orchids. There are culture sheets on almost all varieties.
Reply:By 'bulbs' I assume you mean buds.





Probably a normal reaction from being taken from it's growing environment (greenhouse) out into the real world.





Most likely it also suffered from low temperatures.





Just take regular care, it will adjust.





See source for growing phalaenopsis in your home.