Abstract: Crabclaw orchid is a beautiful ornamental plant and one of the favorite plants of many flower lovers. However, crabclaw orchids are also difficult to maintain, especially in winter. If you don't pay attention to maintenance, it can easily lead to problems such as freezing of the plants and poor growth. Below, let's learn about Crabclaw Orchid...
Crabclaw orchid is a beautiful ornamental plant and one of the favorite plants of many flower lovers. However, crabclaw orchids are also difficult to maintain, especially in winter. If you don't pay attention to maintenance, it can easily lead to problems such as freezing of the plants and poor growth. Below, let's learn about the maintenance knowledge of crabclaw orchid in winter.
1. Whether Crabclaw orchid is afraid of cold Crabclaw orchid is a tropical plant and has certain requirements on temperature. In summer, you need to cover shade and moisturize when it is high, while in winter, you need to pay attention to maintaining heat and avoiding the cold. Although Crabclaw orchid is not afraid of low temperatures, it is prone to freezing damage when the temperature is low.
2. The suitable temperature range is in winter, and the most suitable growth temperature for Crabclaw Orchid is 15℃~20℃. If the temperature is too low, it will cause problems such as slow plant growth, yellowing of leaves, delayed flowering, and even death in severe cases.
3. Indoor maintenance methods If you place crab claw orchid indoors, you need to pay attention to maintaining a suitable temperature. You can use heating, electric blankets and other tools to warm it, but be careful not to over-heat it to avoid causing dryness.
4. Open-air maintenance methods If you plant crabclaw orchids in an open environment, you need to pay attention to avoid the roots of crabclaw orchids being attacked by cold air. The basin soil can be thickened or wrapped with insulating material to maintain temperature.
5. Prevent the soil from being too humid. In winter, due to the low temperature, the growth rate of Crabclaw Orchid will slow down, so there is no need to water too much. At the same time, the soil should also be prevented from being too moist to avoid causing root rot.
6. Pay attention to ventilation In winter, due to the dry indoor air, it is easy to cause the leaves of Crabclaw Orchid to dry out. Attention needs to be paid to timely ventilation to maintain appropriate humidity.
7. Avoid blades from contacting cold air. In winter, the blades of Crabclaw are prone to freezing damage, so attention needs to be paid to avoid blades from contacting cold air. You can place the crabclaw orchid in a warm corner of the room or wrap it with insulation.
8. Reasonable pruning In winter, the growth rate of crab claw orchid is slow, so there is no need to prune too much. However, timely pruning is needed for poor growth and withered leaves to maintain healthy growth of plants.
9. Nutritional Supplements In winter, the nutritional requirements of crabclaw orchid are low, so there is no need to apply too much fertilizer. However, after the end of the growing season, an appropriate amount of topdressing can be applied to promote the germination of new buds.
10. Prevention and control of pests and diseases In winter, Crabclaw orchid is vulnerable to pests and diseases. Plants need to be inspected regularly to detect and control pests and diseases in a timely manner.
11. Appropriate relocation In winter, the growth rate of crabclaw orchid is slow, so it can be appropriately relocated. You can place the crabclaw orchid indoors in a well-lit location, or move it to a greenhouse for maintenance.
12. Pay attention to irrigation In winter, the water demand of crabclaw orchid is low, so there is no need to irrigate too much. However, attention needs to be paid to regularly check the humidity of the basin soil to avoid being too dry.
13. Maintain air humidity in winter, and the indoor air is dry, which may easily cause the leaves of Crabclaw Orchid to dry out. Care needs to be taken to maintain appropriate air humidity. You can use a humidifier, place a basin, etc. to moisturize.
14. Reasonable transplantation If the roots of crabclaw orchid grow intensively, transplantation needs to be carried out in time. You can choose a larger potted plant to ensure the growth space and nutrient supply of Crabclaw Orchid.
15. Crabclaw orchid is a beautiful ornamental plant, and its maintenance in winter is very important. Attention should be paid to maintaining appropriate temperature and humidity to prevent freezing damage to ensure the healthy growth of Crabclaw. At the same time, attention should also be paid to issues such as preventing and controlling pests and diseases and reasonable displacement to ensure the growth effect of Crabclaw Orchid.
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