When do orchids bloom in the month?
A small piece of knowledge to share with you about when orchids (Cymbidium) bloom and a brief introduction to the blooming period of Cymbidium, the specific content is as follows:
Speaking of Cymbidium, it is a treasure among many orchids, with lush plants, flowing leaves, and a fairy-like aura. The most beautiful aspect is that Cymbidium is very diligent in blooming; with proper care, it can even bloom two to four times. Many orchid enthusiasts choose to cultivate several pots of Cymbidium.
Now it is already spring, and some beginners in cultivating Cymbidium are not very familiar with its habits. They have sent private messages asking about the blooming month of Cymbidium and how to fertilize in spring? Let's discuss these issues with friends below.
One, when do Cymbidium bloom?
The blooming of Cymbidium is related to temperature. Generally, to make Cymbidium bloom, the temperature needs to be stable at about 20 degrees. Under natural care conditions, it will bloom in April or May. If there is abundant nutrition and proper care, after the first bloom, it will continue to sprout flower buds and bloom until early autumn. Cymbidium needs temperature to bloom. When the temperature drops in autumn, its blooming period will end, preparing to rest and accumulate nutrients for germination and blooming next year.
By understanding the blooming time of Cymbidium, we can reasonably manage water and fertilizer, nurturing Cymbidium to grow and bloom beautifully.
Two, how to fertilize Cymbidium in spring?
In spring, since Cymbidium will bloom by early summer, our primary task is to increase its nutrition. If our Cymbidium has been cultivated for more than a year, we should repot it in spring. When repotting, we should slightly reduce watering, remove Cymbidium from the pot, prune the rotten roots, slightly dry them, and then repot. To supplement nutrients, we can add decomposed pine needles or decomposed peanut shells to the planting material. To protect the roots, we can add some river sand, which will enrich the nutrients in the planting material, make it breathable, and facilitate water drainage. Most importantly, it can make the planting material and roots fit closely, preventing root rot and empty roots.
If it's not time to repot or after the plant has adapted to the new pot, we can fertilize. For Cymbidium, we can use decomposed sheep dung or decomposed cake fertilizer. These decomposed organic fertilizers can enhance soil fertility and improve the plant's resistance to diseases and pests, which is very beneficial for the robust growth and blooming of Cymbidium. However, this type of fertilization is not enough. We should also pay attention to using some slow-release compound fertilizers. Using compound fertilizers can supplement nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, promoting both the growth and blooming of Cymbidium, preparing for future blooms.
Three, what else should we do in spring to make Cymbidium bloom more beautifully?
In spring, to promote nutrient accumulation in the plants, we can also spray Cymbidium with potassium dihydrogen phosphate and a small amount of slightly acidic substances. Spraying potassium dihydrogen phosphate and slightly acidic substances serves two purposes: first, it can make the leaves more beautiful and the plants more vigorous, and second, it can supplement phosphorus and potassium, which are magic tools for promoting blooming! When spraying potassium dihydrogen phosphate, mixing in a small amount of slightly acidic substances can enhance the efficacy of the fertilizer and create a slightly acidic environment that Cymbidium loves.
Moreover, to cultivate Cymbidium well and make it bloom more beautifully, we can also pay attention to caring for it under the shade of trees outdoors, which can shield strong sunlight, provide ventilation, and maintain a good humidity level. Practice has proven that Cymbidium under the shade of trees rarely has root rot and blooms beautifully, similar to its natural growth environment.
If you can only care for Cymbidium indoors, make sure it gets soft morning and evening light, plenty of ventilation, and attention to increasing humidity.
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