Cymbidium sinense is a very suitable flower for home planting. It has dense branches and leaves, a long flowering period, and gorgeous flower colors, making it a very popular potted plant. However, even easy-to-care-for plants require us to master some basic care techniques and methods. Let's take a detailed look at the planting and care of Cymbidium sinense.
Understand the growing environment of Cymbidium sinense
Cymbidium sinense grows in a warm, humid, and sunny environment. It prefers a warm and humid climate and is suitable for receiving at least 5 hours of direct sunlight daily during the growing period.
Choose suitable soil and pots
Cymbidium sinense is suitable for planting in well-drained and permeable soil, and a pot should be chosen that is suitable for the size of its root system. Generally, a pot with a diameter about twice that of the pot's diameter is more suitable.
Water moderately
Cymbidium sinense likes a humid environment, but overwatering can easily lead to root rot. During the growing period, watering once a week is generally sufficient. Note that water should not be allowed to stagnate at the bottom of the pot.
Fertilize in a timely manner
Cymbidium sinense needs regular fertilization during the growing period to ensure its healthy growth. Generally, top dressing can be done in spring and autumn, and organic fertilizers are preferable.
Pay attention to pruning
Cymbidium sinense requires regular pruning to control its growth and maintain a good shape. Pruning can generally be done in spring and autumn, while also paying attention to maintaining the balance of the branches.
Avoid excessive pruning
Excessive pruning can lead to fewer flower buds and a shorter flowering period for Cymbidium sinense, so excessive pruning should be avoided.
Prevent pests and diseases
Cymbidium sinense is susceptible to aphids and powdery mildew, so attention should be paid to prevention and control, and pesticides can be used for spraying.
Reasonably arrange the position of Cymbidium sinense
Cymbidium sinense needs sufficient sunlight, so its position should be arranged reasonably, and a location with sufficient sunlight should be chosen for planting.
Pay attention to timely transplanting
When the roots of Cymbidium sinense grow too vigorously, timely transplanting is necessary to ensure its healthy growth.
Pay attention to timely repotting
Generally, Cymbidium sinense needs to be repotted once a year to ensure its healthy growth and enhance its vitality.
Control temperature and humidity
Cymbidium sinense needs to grow at a temperature of 15-30 degrees and a humidity of 60%-80%, so attention should be paid to controlling the indoor temperature and humidity.
Mist to maintain moisture
During dry seasons, moisture can be maintained by misting to ensure the healthy growth of Cymbidium sinense.
Regularly clean the leaf surface
The leaf surface of Cymbidium sinense needs to be cleaned regularly to remove dust and impurities and increase its photosynthetic efficiency.
Reasonably control the concentration
During the fertilization process, the concentration of the fertilizer should be reasonably controlled to avoid causing root damage to Cymbidium sinense.
Regularly change the soil
Cymbidium sinense needs to have its soil changed once a year to ensure its nutrient supply and ventilation conditions, and to enhance its vitality.
Caring for Cymbidium sinense not only requires attention to its growing environment and basic care such as soil and pots, but also requires attention to details such as pruning, pest and disease prevention, and transplanting. Only by providing proper care can Cymbidium sinense show its most beautiful side in the home garden.