How often to water indoor orchids is better
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In the process of raising orchids, watering is relatively difficult to master. Many beginners have problems with this step. Many friends do not understand the growth habits of orchids at the beginning and simply think that orchids like humidity means more watering. As a result, the pot soil is kept in a moist state for a long time, and its flesh roots are prone to rot in the damp soil. If the pot soil is lack of water for a long time, it will also cause the plant to dehydrate and wither. Therefore, correct watering is a key step in raising good orchids. So how to master the watering of orchids correctly? The following is a detailed introduction of the watering methods for orchids.
First, what kind of water is better for watering orchids?
1. Use more acidic and neutral water
Most of the orchids we raise are placed indoors, so the water used for watering should not have an offensive smell of organic fertilizer. First of all, ensure that the water is clean, preferably slightly acidic or neutral. Everyone knows that the best water for flowers is spring water, well water, or stream water, which has less alkali and is best for flowers. However, it is not realistic to use this water to water flowers in everyday life, as it is not available in cities, and even in rural areas, it is impossible to fetch spring water or well water for watering flowers. Therefore, the most commonly used is tap water. Tap water in the south contains less alkali, while that in the north contains more alkali, and it also contains a certain amount of chlorine. Long-term use of tap water to water flowers can easily cause the pot soil to form a hard crust, which is not good for flower growth. In this case, when preparing the cultivation soil, more organic matter or manure can be added to neutralize and effectively prevent the soil from hardening.
2. Tap water should be left to stand for a few days before watering flowers
The water used to raise orchids and other flowers is mostly tap water from home. When using tap water to water flowers, it is best to pour it into a bucket or a large basin first and let it stand for 3-5 days. This allows the chlorine in the water to volatilize and the water temperature to接近 the room temperature and soil temperature, so that it will not stimulate the plant roots when poured into the pot soil. If tap water is used immediately, the chlorine in the water is also not good for flower growth. Moreover, in summer and winter, the temperature difference between water and soil is too large, and suddenly pouring water will stimulate the root hair of orchids, causing contraction, which will eventually lead to poor absorption and utilization of nutrients. Therefore, it is recommended that when using tap water to water flowers, it is best to let it stand for a while before use.
Second, master the watering time reasonably
1. Do not water newly planted orchids immediately
Watering orchids should be paid attention to from the time they are newly potted. Many people water their orchids thoroughly after planting them, which is known as the "root-setting water." However, watering immediately after planting is not very suitable because newly planted orchids need to trim the roots, removing some old and rotten roots. Watering immediately after the roots are injured can easily cause root rot, and the absorption function of the roots is too weak after new planting, so even if too much water is poured in, it cannot be absorbed and utilized. Therefore, the cultivation soil can be sprayed slightly moist before potting, and do not rush to water after potting. First, sprinkle water on the plant to humidify the environment, and then water normally after three days. This can make the plant adapt to the pot better.
How often to water indoor orchids is better
2. The time interval for watering
①. Watering should consider seasonal and environmental factors
Many flower friends will ask how often orchids should be watered, but the answer is not absolute because specific watering needs to consider factors such as season, weather, environment, the drainage of the pot, and the water absorption of the cultivation soil.
For example, in summer, the weather is dry, and water evaporates quickly, so the watering time may need to be shortened to keep the pot soil slightly moist and not too dry. In winter, the plant's demand for water is less, so too much watering is not needed, generally keeping the pot soil slightly moist and slightly dry. Different养护 environments also affect the watering interval. Usually, well-ventilated environments have better water absorption, and the pot soil dries relatively quickly, while dark and enclosed environments make the pot soil less dry, and the plant's absorption is also poor, resulting in poor growth. Therefore, the specific watering time should be grasped reasonably based on different factors, and water should be added only when the surface of the pot soil is dry, as both moist soil and overly dry soil are not conducive to the healthy growth of the plant.
②. The best time to water
Orchids are relatively delicate flowers and not only have strict requirements for the surrounding growth environment but also difficult to master watering. For example, the watering time in spring, summer, autumn, and winter, if not arranged reasonably, will affect its growth because different seasons have different pot soil temperatures, which will affect root water absorption. In spring and autumn, it is best to water at dawn and dusk when the air temperature, soil temperature, and water temperature are relatively consistent. In summer, the middle of the day is the hottest, and watering should be avoided during this high-temperature period. Otherwise, pouring cold water directly will suddenly stimulate the roots, causing poor absorption. Therefore, summer watering should be done in the cooler early morning. In winter, the temperature is low, and watering in the morning and evening can easily cause frostbite, so it is better to choose the warmer noon time.
Third, common watering methods
There are also several methods for watering orchids, commonly used are direct watering, immersion method, and spraying method. No matter which method is used to water orchids, the pot soil must be completely soaked to avoid "half watering," which can cause significant harm to orchids.
1. Direct watering
Most of the watering for flowers is done by direct watering, which is directly pouring water into the pot. The advantage of this method is that it allows water to penetrate the pot soil quickly and let excess water drain through the drainage holes. However, if the cultivation soil of some orchid pot plants is higher than the pot surface, this direct watering method cannot be used, and the immersion method is usually adopted to water.