Orchids, as traditional famous flowers in our country, have been loved by people since ancient times. The bud stage is a crucial period for orchid growth, and proper watering management is vital for their development. This article will introduce the watering methods for orchids during the bud stage in detail, helping you grow beautiful and healthy orchids.
Principles of watering orchids during the bud stage1. Control water amount: Watering orchids during the bud stage should follow the principle of "watering when dry and moist", that is, water when the soil surface is completely dry, and make sure to water thoroughly but avoid waterlogging.
2. Control watering frequency: The frequency of watering orchids during the bud stage should not be too high, generally once or twice a week is sufficient. During high summer temperatures, the watering frequency can be slightly increased.
3. Maintain ventilation: After watering, maintain good ventilation to prevent diseases on orchid leaves.
Methods of watering orchids during the bud stage1. Watering time: It is best to water orchids during the bud stage in the early morning when the temperature is relatively low, which is conducive to the absorption of water by orchids.
2. Watering method: When watering, use a spray bottle to slowly pour water along the edge of the pot, allowing the water to evenly penetrate the soil. Be careful not to water directly on the orchid leaves to avoid diseases.
3. Watering tool: A spray-type watering tool can be chosen, which is beneficial for the orchid roots to absorb water.
4. Management after watering: After watering, appropriately increase sunlight to promote orchid photosynthesis and enhance plant immunity.
Precautions for watering orchids during the bud stage1. Soil breathability: When watering orchids during the bud stage, pay attention to the breathability of the soil, avoiding soil that is too compact, which can affect root respiration.
2. Management after watering: After watering, promptly clean up debris around the orchids and maintain good ventilation.
3. Pay attention to temperature changes: Avoid watering orchids during high-temperature periods during the bud stage to prevent leaf scorching.
4. Timely fertilization: When watering orchids during the bud stage, apply orchid-specific fertilizer appropriately to supplement nutrients.
Watering management for orchids during the bud stage is a key aspect of orchid care. Mastering the correct watering methods helps orchids grow robustly and bloom beautiful flowers. It is hoped that the orchid watering methods during the bud stage introduced in this article can provide help for your orchid care, allowing your orchids to bloom brilliantly during the bud stage.
References:
1. Zhang Xiaomei, Li Hua, Cultivation and Care of Orchids [J], Flowers, 2019, 36(2): 32-35.
2. Wang Ruifang, Orchid Care Techniques [J], China Flower Horticulture, 2018, 37(6): 24-26.