Choose the right orchid species and buy healthy orchid heads. Planting orchid heads. Maintaining orchid heads. Breeding of orchid heads. With the accelerated pace of life, more and more people are beginning to plant potted plants at home to add fun to life and purify the air. Orchids, as the leader among potted plants, have become the first choice for many families with their elegant posture and fresh fragrance. This article will introduce you in detail the maintenance methods of potted orchid heads. Help your green plants become the focus of your home. Choosing the right orchid variety It is very important to choose the right orchid variety. Currently, the common orchid varieties on the market include spring orchid, Jianlan, Moranchia, etc. The spring orchid has an elegant color and a quiet fragrance; Jianlan has thick leaves and rich colors; Moranchia The leaves are oily green and colorful. Choose the right variety according to personal preferences and home environment. When purchasing healthy orchid heads, you should pay attention to the following points: 1. Observe the leaves: The leaves should be neat, oily green, and free from pests and diseases.
2. Observe the roots: The roots should be white, free from rot, and free from pests and diseases.
3. Observe the flower buds: the flower buds are full and free from pests and diseases. Planting orchid heads 1. Prepare soil: Orchids like acidic soil, and can be mixed with legus soil, coarse sand, perlite, etc.
2. Planting depth: The planting depth of orchid heads should be so that the root neck is level with the soil.
3. Watering: Pour water thoroughly after planting to keep the soil moist. Conservation of orchid heads 1. Lighting: Orchids prefer semi-cloudy environments, avoid direct sunlight, and can be placed indoors in a place with sufficient scattered light.
2. Watering: Orchids like to wet the environment, but avoid standing water. Generally, keep the soil slightly moist. The number of watering times can be appropriately increased in summer.
3. Fertilization: During the growth period of orchids, compound fertilizers are applied once a month, and phosphorus and potassium fertilizers can be applied before and after flowering.
4. Air circulation: Maintain indoor air circulation to avoid dampness, pests and diseases.
5. Pest and pest control: Regularly inspect orchids and deal with pests and diseases found in a timely manner. Breeding of orchid heads 1. Plant propagation: Separate mature orchid heads from the mother plants and replant them.
2. Sowing and breeding: Collect orchid seeds and sow seeds.
As a home green plant, potted orchid heads have extremely high ornamental value. Through the above maintenance methods, I believe that your orchid heads can thrive and become the focus of your home. In this process, you also need to pay attention to industry trends and understand the latest maintenance techniques. Technology to better maintain your orchid heads.
References: "Orchid Cultivation and Conservation"--Orchid Branch of China Flower Association,"Orchid Pest Control Manual"--China Agricultural Press