Techniques for Stimulating blooming in Cymbidium Orchids
Here are some experiences on the care of green plants, introducing blooming stimulation techniques for Cymbidium orchids and the correct methods for beginners to care for orchids. These are very useful tips, so it's recommended to save them for future reference!
In the summer, while other orchid varieties are dormant, only Cymbidium orchids are growing and flowering with great effort. Common Cymbidium orchids can bloom their first batch of flowers from late June to early July. However, some orchid enthusiasts still do not see any flower buds on their Cymbidium orchids, which are still vigorously producing new shoots, causing impatience. No flower buds on your Cymbidium orchids? I'll teach you blooming stimulation methods to make them flourish easily!
Controlling Vigorous Growth
Like other plants, Cymbidium orchids are unable to differentiate into flower buds and bloom when their new branches and leaves are growing rapidly. This is because the growth of branches and leaves is for nutrition, while the growth of flower buds is for reproduction, and for Cymbidium orchids, these two growth forms cannot occur simultaneously.
So, if your Cymbidium orchid is still producing new shoots, it indicates it is still in the vegetative growth phase and has not entered the reproductive growth phase. At this point, we need to control its vigor, or it will continue to produce new shoots instead of flower buds, missing the chance to bloom this year.
To control the vigor of Cymbidium orchids, the first thing to do is to reduce watering and opt for a slightly dry care routine. When the growing medium is dry, the roots supply less water to the leaves, slowing down the growth of new shoots, or even stopping it completely. This condition is very favorable for Cymbidium orchids to enter reproductive growth and develop flower buds.
Techniques for Stimulating blooming in Cymbidium Orchids
Controlling water to stop the growth of new shoots in Cymbidium orchids is not something that can be achieved in a day or two. For vigorously growing Cymbidium orchids, it takes at least 30 days of controlled watering to possibly produce flower buds. For those not growing as vigorously, it may take only 10 to 20 days. It is recommended to control water for a long period during the summer to make Cymbidium orchids bloom until they develop flower buds.
Controlling water in Cymbidium orchids during the summer not only helps control vigor and promotes blooming but also prevents root rot. However, it is important to be cautious when controlling water. If the growing medium is very dry and the orchid shows obvious signs of water deficiency, it should be watered to prevent the roots from drying out due to excessive water control. After Cymbidium orchids develop flower buds, normal watering should be resumed, or the flower buds may not develop properly due to lack of water or may abort and fail to open.
Increasing Light
The quality of light has a direct relationship with whether Cymbidium orchids can successfully develop flower buds. Sufficient light makes it easier for them to bloom, with larger flowers and a strong fragrance. Insufficient light may cause Cymbidium orchids to delay or not produce flower buds, or result in fewer flowers, a weaker fragrance, and lighter flower colors. If your Cymbidium orchids are not blooming and the leaves are dark green, you should consider whether there is enough light.