How to care for虎皮兰 (Tiger Skin Orchid)
Today, let's introduce the knowledge of caring for 虎皮兰 (Tiger Skin Orchid) and the techniques for cultivating this green plant. Next, the editor will provide an introduction.
Plant enthusiasts usually like to cultivate flowering plants such as hibiscus, cyclamen, and African violets. But do you know? Some of the green plants we usually cultivate can also bloom, and some even bring good fortune after blooming. For instance, Grandma Zhang, a neighbor of Flower Lover, was surprised to find that her Tiger Skin Orchid bloomed a few days ago. Today, I'll tell you about some common green plants that bloom, so check if you have any.
1. Tiger Skin Orchid
Tiger Skin Orchid can bloom, but it requires high conditions for blooming, and not every plant can bloom. Generally, Tiger Skin Orchid needs to grow for at least 5 years before it can bloom. However, if the surrounding environment is not suitable for blooming, it won't bloom every year, and the blooming period is also relatively short, about 10 days.
So, how can we create a suitable environment for Tiger Skin Orchid to bloom? The first issue is lighting; the light for Tiger Skin Orchid should not be too strong. It is relatively shade-tolerant, so it's better to keep it in a bright living room or bedroom. The sunlight is not too strong but sufficient for its growth.
Tiger Skin Orchid is not frost-tolerant. The most suitable temperature for its growth is between 20-25 degrees Celsius. It will grow particularly well within this temperature range. The indoor temperature should not drop below 13 degrees Celsius. If it does, it may suffer from cold damage, and below 10 degrees Celsius, it may get frostbite.
Tiger Skin Orchid has shallow roots and should not be watered too much, as it easily gets waterlogged and rots the roots. Watering should be minimal, and it's fine to water when the potting soil turns white from dryness. Watering should be combined with loose and breathable soil, and a mixture of decomposed leaves and river sand is good, as it is breathable, water-permeable, and has the ability to retain fertilizer.
How to care for Tiger Skin Orchid
2. Happiness Tree
Happiness Tree is often used as a metaphor for happiness and beauty, and it actually blooms too. The blooming of Happiness Tree has always been considered a good omen. If a Happiness Tree in someone's home blooms, it will make people happier than usual flowering plants. So, how exactly can a Happiness Tree bloom? I've prepared some cultivation tips for everyone!
Happiness Tree prefers a warm and humid environment because it is a plant that grows in the south. Therefore, northern plant enthusiasts must ensure the temperature and humidity around the plant when caring for a Happiness Tree. Generally, if the indoor temperature is between 18-25 degrees Celsius, the Happiness Tree will grow very well. If the temperature drops below 10 degrees Celsius, it will basically freeze. Normally, plant enthusiasts can spray water on the Happiness Tree with a spray bottle to maintain humidity.
Since the blooming period of Happiness Tree is from May to September, you can fertilize it in the spring. In May, you can use some compound fertilizer. Before blooming, you can also use some Flower Boost 2 to encourage blooming. Actually, blooming is not easy for Happiness Tree, mainly due to time. It takes at least two years of care to bloom, and some plant enthusiasts have only seen it bloom after five years. So, don't rush when caring for it; with good care, you will eventually see the Happiness Tree bloom.
The above is an explanation of how to care for Tiger Skin Orchid and the techniques for cultivating it, hoping it brings a little help to your life!