What to pay attention to when repotting orchids
If you want to learn about the precautions for repotting orchids and the use of good fertilizers for green plants, the following is an introduction by the editor of this site.
Orchids, as a traditional famous and precious flower in China, the process of repotting and fertilizing is an important part of their maintenance. The following are detailed instructions on the precautions for repotting orchids and recommended fertilizers.
I. Several precautions to note when repotting orchids 1. Choose the right time: The best time to repot orchids is in spring and autumn when the temperature is moderate and the humidity is suitable, which is conducive to the growth and rooting of orchids. Avoid repotting in high or low temperatures as it may affect the growth of orchids. 2. Prepare repotting tools: Before repotting, prepare special orchid repotting tools such as orchid pots, repotting shovels, and disinfectant. The orchid pot should be selected with good breathability and a drainage hole at the bottom to facilitate orchid growth. 3. Preparations before repotting: Before repotting, trim the orchid, remove withered leaves, diseased leaves, and long, dense, old roots. The trimmed orchid should be soaked in a disinfectant for 15-20 minutes to prevent infection. 4. Repotting steps: Remove the orchid from the original pot and gently shake off excess soil. Place the orchid in a new pot, fill with new potting soil, and allow the orchid's roots to spread. When filling the soil, be careful not to compact the soil too much to avoid affecting the orchid's breathing. 5. Management after repotting: After repotting, place the orchid in a shady and well-ventilated area, avoiding direct sunlight. Keep the soil moist but do not waterlog. During the slow seedling stage, you can spray water mist appropriately to increase air humidity. II. Recommended fertilizers for orchid fertilization 1. Base fertilizer: When repotting orchids, you can choose special orchid base fertilizers such as decomposed chicken manure or cow dung. The base fertilizer should be mixed evenly with the potting soil to provide sufficient nutrients for the orchid. 2. Top dressing: During the growing period of orchids, it is necessary to supplement top dressing in a timely manner. The following fertilizers are suitable for orchid top dressing: (1) Special orchid fertilizer: Special orchid fertilizer contains abundant nutrients required for orchid growth and can promote orchid growth and flowering. (2) Monopotassium phosphate: Monopotassium phosphate is a high-efficiency phosphorus and potassium fertilizer that can promote the development of orchid roots and enhance plant disease resistance. (3) Cake fertilizer: Soak and ferment cake fertilizers such as peanut cake or soybean cake, dilute them in a certain proportion, and use them to water orchids, providing abundant nutrients. (4) Foliar fertilizer: Foliar fertilizer can quickly supplement the nutrients needed by orchids and improve their photosynthesis. Common foliar fertilizers include urea and monopotassium phosphate. 3. Precautions: Fertilizing orchids should be moderate, as excessive fertilization can easily lead to rapid growth of orchids and affect the quality of flowering. The fertilizing frequency is generally once a month, and after fertilizing, water should be provided promptly to promote nutrient absorption. In summary, during the process of repotting and fertilizing orchids, pay attention to the above precautions, choose the right fertilizers, which can provide a good growing environment for orchids, allowing them to grow strong and bloom beautiful flowers.
The sharing above on the precautions for repotting orchids and the introduction of good fertilization methods are for reference.