How to plant Phalaenopsis orchids
Today's sharing: how to plant Phalaenopsis orchids and understand the simplest care methods for growing flowers, let's take a look together.
Methods and precautions for growing Phalaenopsis orchids, remember these points, and the flowers will bloom and fill the pot
Phalaenopsis orchids, also known as butterfly orchids, belong to the Orchidaceae family. Recently, Phalaenopsis orchids have been very popular among the public. They prefer a cool and shady environment, are afraid of drought, not cold-resistant, afraid of dryness, and require good ventilation. Therefore, growing them indoors is a good choice, but it is important to maintain good ventilation at all times. Some people think that Phalaenopsis orchids are very picky, fearing this and that. So, how can we grow them well? What precautions should be taken in the process of growing? Let's follow my steps to find out.
1. Potting Soil
The pot for growing Phalaenopsis orchids should be larger, with a diameter of about 30 centimeters. The bottom drainage system should be strong, or it will easily accumulate water. The soil should also be loose and breathable. When planting, you can add some decomposed leaf soil and peat soil to the soil. You can also place some small stones at the bottom before planting, and you can also cover the soil surface with a layer of moss to retain moisture. If you want to repot Phalaenopsis orchids, it's best to do so in late May, as the plants will adapt more quickly and are less likely to get diseases.
2. Watering
Phalaenopsis orchids need to be watered twice a week during the growing season, keeping the soil slightly moist. It's also important to spray water around the plant to keep it humid and ensure indoor ventilation. When the weather is warm, Phalaenopsis orchids should be moved outside to get more sunlight. If the temperature is above 25 degrees, they must be moved back indoors. It's best not to water in the evening during spring, as the temperature may drop at night. It's better to water during lunchtime when the temperature is higher, as low temperatures can affect flowering, and even if flower buds form, they may not bloom.
How to plant Phalaenopsis orchids
3. Fertilizing
If you want Phalaenopsis orchids to bloom fully, fertilizer is the most critical part. For newly repotted Phalaenopsis orchids that are in a recovery state and whose roots may be damaged, fertilizing is not allowed. The best time to fertilize is in spring or when new leaves appear after repotting. To supplement the nutrients needed for flowering, fertilize every two weeks. Fertilizing should be stopped when the temperature is above 35 degrees, especially in summer, as continued fertilizing can cause root rot.
4. Pruning
After all the flower buds of Phalaenopsis orchids have withered, it's important to cut these flower buds off in time. Even if they don't, they can fall off on their own, but they will consume a lot of nutrients, so it's better for us to prune them. If the roots of Phalaenopsis orchids grow outside, it's time to repot them. At this time, you can cut off the part above the roots and plant them in two pots, with careful care, and they will soon sprout.
The detailed introduction on how to plant Phalaenopsis orchids and understand the simplest care methods shared above, have you learned it?