Hawaiian Cattleya Orchid Plant Grow Hawaii The aristocrat of flowers is what I've been called by some. I've been developed into thousands of hybrids and may be found in a wide range of color. The traditional lavender in now accompanied by whites, brilliant reds, shades of orange, yellows and even green. In the past, I was considered a corsage flower and given on special occasions to very, very special people. More and more, however, I'm used in cut flower arrangements or given as a flowering plant. Because my plant can tolerate varying cultures and can stand some mistreatment, it is a very good choice for the novice. GROWING INSTRUCTIONS: Use a well-drained potting mixture of tree bark, tree fern and perlite. My plant is a sun lover so a western of southern exposure is need, the ideal temperature should be 60F at night and 85F during the day. Humidity should range between 30 to 40 percent. Success with my plant largely depends upon watering practices. Give a complete soaking followed by drying. Feed with a liquid fertilizer twice a month during spring and summer and once a month in the fall. Do not feed in winter.