How to water orchids
Abstract: Introduction to orchids, a member of the Orchidaceae family, how to water orchids, detailed content will be shared next.
How to water orchids is a question that many new orchid enthusiasts want to ask, but it is difficult to explain in words all at once. Each orchid enthusiast has their own watering method. The commonly used watering method is to not only consider the type of orchid pot and planting material, but also adjust according to the weather changes and the growth of the orchid seedlings.
Below is a poem I enjoy, written for all orchid enthusiasts, for reference only.
Watering orchids requires "four observations": one, observe the pot; two, observe the material; three, observe the climate; four, observe the seedlings.
One, observe the pot. No matter the size of the orchid pot, purple sand pots are all good. There are many types of pots with different breathability, small pots dry easily and need frequent watering.
Two, observe the planting material. When watering orchids, look at the planting material. Materials with good water permeability require frequent watering. Different materials make it hard to determine a fixed schedule, so observe the orchid soil and then the seedlings.
Three, observe the weather. In summer and winter, with high temperature differences, it is especially important to consider rainy and cloudy weather. Different seasons require different treatments, and the weather determines when to water.
Four, observe the orchid seedlings. How strong or weak are the orchid plants and how many seedlings are there? Strong and weak orchids require different watering methods. Plants with many healthy seedlings absorb water quickly and require less water, while weaker seedlings need less water.
Note: The first thing to consider when watering is the size of the orchid pot and its breathability. Clay pots have better breathability, while plastic and porcelain pots have poorer breathability. Nowadays, orchid enthusiasts usually buy pre-mixed finished products as planting materials, and many people use their own mixed materials to grow orchids. Whether buying finished products or using self-mixed materials, it is important to consider the breathability and water permeability, as well as the weather. Due to the different seasons and large temperature changes, as well as factors such as rain and snow, different climates require different treatments. Also consider the growth strength of the orchid seedlings and the number of seedlings per plant... Combine this with your own orchid-growing experience, and slowly you can summarize your own watering method.
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