Causes of yellowing orchid leaves? What should I do if orchid leaves turn yellow? Orchids Conservation Tips Orchids are known as the "gentleman among flowers" and are deeply loved by people for their elegance, purity, and pleasant fragrance. During the maintenance process, yellowing of orchid leaves has become a major problem for many flower friends. What should I do if the leaves turn yellow? This article will reveal the secrets of orchid maintenance and help you grow strong orchids! Reasons for yellowing of orchid leaves 1. Insufficient light: Orchids like to scatter light. If they are exposed to a dark environment for a long time, it will cause the leaves to yellowing.
2. Improper watering: Too much or too little watering will cause the orchid leaves to turn yellow, too much watering will cause the roots to rot, and too little watering will cause the leaves to be dehydrated.
3. Soil problems: Poor soil drainage, inappropriate pH, etc. can lead to yellowing of orchid leaves.
4. Improper fertilizer application: Too much or too little fertilizer application, as well as uneven fertilizer composition, will cause the orchid leaves to yellowing.
5. Invasion of pests and diseases: Pest and insect pests such as scale insects and red spiders can also cause yellowing of orchid leaves. What should I do if the orchid leaves turn yellow?
1. Increase the light appropriately: Place the orchids in places with sufficient scattered light, such as windowsills, balconies, etc.
2. Watering timely: Keep the soil moist according to the growth stage of the orchid and climatic conditions and avoid too much or too little watering.
3. Improve soil: Select soil with good air permeability and strong drainage, such as legular soil, perlite, etc., and regularly replace the soil to keep the soil loose.
4. Reasonable fertilization: According to the growth stage and needs of orchids, apply appropriate amounts of organic fertilizers and compound fertilizers to avoid excessive fertilization and avoid root burning.
5. Prevention of pests and diseases: Regularly inspect orchids, take timely measures when pests and diseases are discovered, and use pesticides and fungicides to prevent and control them. Orchid maintenance tips 1. Air circulation: Maintaining indoor air circulation is conducive to the growth of orchids.
2. Moderate pruning: Regularly prune sick and withered leaves to keep the orchid plant type beautiful.
3. Pay attention to the temperature: The suitable temperature for orchid growth is 18-28℃ to avoid damage to orchids caused by high and low temperatures.
4. Humidity control: Keep the humidity of the orchid growing environment at 40%-60%, and avoid too high or too low humidity.
Yellowing of orchid leaves is a common problem during orchid maintenance, but as long as you master the correct maintenance methods, it can be easily solved. I hope the orchid maintenance tips in this article can help you raise strong orchids and enjoy the beautiful orchid world!