It is a good idea to place the last clip about an inch below the first bud on the flower spike. Once all the flowers have opened, you can move your orchid as you wish, as the position of the blooms won't change after this.
What are rhizome clips?
Rhizome clips are used for clay type of pots. It fit over the rim of a clay pot and crosses over the rhizome of your plant between psuedobulbs holding the orchid in the pot.It helps orchids quickly establish a strong root system.
Do I need to stake my orchids?
Do You Need To Stake Orchids? Although almost all phalaenopsis orchids that you find in the stores have their flower spikes staked, it isn't essential to do this. An unstaked spike will grow more horizontally as gravity pulls it down to the side of the plant.
How do I get my orchid to stand up?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pCOW1AIGEgo
How do I support my orchid?
When the orchid spike reaches about 4-6 inches in length, it's a good time to start staking and shaping the spike. You will need a firm stake to insert into the growing medium and some clips or ties to attach the flower spike to the stake. I typically use a straight bamboo or plastic stake.
Should you support orchid stem after flowering?
After the flowers drop from the orchid you have three choices: leave the flower spike (or stem) intact, cut it back to a node, or remove it entirely. Removing the stem will direct the +plant's energy toward root development, which makes for a healthier plant and increased chances for new bloom spikes.
How do you shape an orchid spike?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k7J8FZ8WNvI
Should I straighten my orchid?
No. Orchids grown in a greenhouse grow straight up because all their light comes from overhead, and they grow towards it. You can turn your orchid every few days to keep it growing straighter. When it starts to grow a flower spike, however, you should stop turning it or it may drop its flowers.