Types and characteristics of orchid potted plants Conservation skills of orchid potted plants Selection and placement of orchid potted plants With the accelerating pace of life, people are paying more and more attention to improving the quality of life. Putting an orchid potted plant at home can not only beautify the home environment, but also cultivate sentiment and enhance the taste of life. In recent years, orchid potted plants have become a new favorite of home green plants due to their unique temperament and easy-to-maintain characteristics. This article will provide you with a detailed analysis of the maintenance skills of orchid potted plants. Help you easily raise a beautiful orchid. Types and characteristics of orchid potted plants There are many types of orchid potted plants, the most representative ones are Spring Orchid, Jianlan, Moran, Han orchid, etc. Each orchid has its own unique characteristics and habits. The following is a brief introduction to several common orchid potted plants: 1. Spring orchid: Spring orchid has long and slender leaves and elegant colors, which have high ornamental value. Spring orchid likes warm and humid environments and has good cold resistance.
2. Jianlan: Jianlan has broad leaves and rich colors, including red, yellow, white, purple and other colors. Jianlan prefers warm and humid environments and has poor cold resistance.
3. Cymbidium: Cymbidium has thick leaves and deep colors, which has high ornamental value. Cymbidium likes warm and humid environments and has good cold resistance.
4. Cold orchids: Cold orchids have slender leaves and elegant colors, which have high ornamental value. Cold orchids prefer warm and humid environments and have poor cold resistance. Conservation skills for orchid potted plants 1. Soil selection: Orchid potted plants have high requirements on soil. Acidic soil with good breathability and strong drainage should be used. There are special soil for orchids on the market, and it can also be made from carrious soil, coarse sand and other materials.
2. Watering: Orchid potted plants need to keep the soil moist, but should not accumulate water. When high temperatures in summer, they can be watered once a day; when low temperatures in winter, they can be watered every 2-3 days.
3. Fertilization: Orchids potted plants need appropriate fertilization during the growth period. Compound fertilizers are generally applied once a month. When fertilizing, direct contact with the fertilizers should be avoided with the leaves to avoid burning the leaves.
4. Light: Orchid potted plants prefer semi-cloudy environments. Direct sunlight should be avoided in summer, and the lighting time can be appropriately increased in winter.
5. Pruning: During the growth process of orchid potted plants, the withered leaves and sick branches should be pruned in time to keep the plants clean and beautiful.
6. Pest and insect pest control: Orchid potted plants are vulnerable to pests and diseases. Pay attention to observation and take timely measures when pests and diseases are discovered. Pesticides can be used for prevention and control, while maintaining environmental ventilation to reduce the occurrence of pests and diseases. Selection and placement of orchid potted plants 1. Selection: When purchasing orchid potted plants, you should pay attention to the growth status, leaf color, flower shape, etc. of the plant, and try to choose plants with strong growth, green leaves, and full flowers.
2. Placement: The orchid potted plants should be placed in a position to avoid direct air conditioning, heating, etc., and at the same time maintain indoor air circulation. The orchid potted plants can be placed in the living room, study, etc., which can not only beautify the environment, but also enhance the taste of life.
Orchid potted plants are a kind of home green plant with great ornamental value and maintenance value. By mastering the correct maintenance skills, I believe you will be able to raise a beautiful pot of orchids and let us enjoy the beautiful life brought by orchids together!