When does the Cattleya orchid bloom
The editor answers netizens' questions about when Cattleya orchids bloom and introduces the green plant maintenance experience of Cattleya orchid flowering period. Next, let me introduce to you.
Cattleya orchid is a high-end and atmospheric flowering plant that is very popular as a seasonal flower in many places. Currently, Cattleya orchids have already formed flower buds. With proper care and patience, you can witness the beautiful blooming of Cattleya orchids. However, after the flower buds of Cattleya orchids appear, it is not worry-free. Improper care can cause the flower buds to wither and dry up, failing to bloom normally. Therefore, starting now, careful attention is still needed to care for Cattleya orchids, and three things should be noted to ensure the flower buds are plump and bloom beautifully.
Temperature should not be too high
Cattleya orchids with flower buds are best maintained in an environment below 20 degrees Celsius, with a temperature difference of about 10 degrees, and the highest temperature should not exceed 25 degrees. Otherwise, the flower buds are prone to withering and drying, failing to bloom normally. The reason is that when the temperature is too high, the plant's vegetative growth becomes very vigorous, nutrients are mainly supplied to new shoots and leaves, and the flower buds will lose nutrition and die. In areas with heating at home, this point must be noted. Cattleya orchids are very prone to flower bud drop in a warm, draft-free room. They can be maintained in a cooler place, with a window slightly open to maintain air circulation and create a suitable temperature difference.
Controlling temperature to regulate the flowering period of Cattleya orchids
Currently, Cattleya orchids sold in the market are either in the bud stage or already blooming. Most Cattleya orchids at home are still just in the bud stage. When Cattleya orchids bloom is greatly related to temperature. When the temperature is between 5 and 15 degrees Celsius, the flower bud growth rate is slow, and the flowering period is delayed. When the temperature is between 10 and 20 degrees Celsius, the flower buds grow normally. When the temperature is between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius, the flower buds grow rapidly and bloom. If the highest temperature exceeds 25 degrees Celsius, although the flowering speed is relatively fast, the risk of flower bud drop is high, and such maintenance is not recommended. Therefore, we can control the flowering period of Cattleya orchids by controlling the temperature. If you want them to bloom earlier, you can maintain them in a warm environment. If you want them to bloom later, you can maintain them in a cool environment. However, one thing to note is that Cattleya orchids require vernalization before they can bloom normally. If your Cattleya orchid has not experienced low temperatures below 15 degrees, it is best to maintain it in a low-temperature environment for more than a month before blooming, otherwise, it is also very prone to flower bud drop.
Do not water the flower buds
When watering Cattleya orchids with flower buds, be careful to avoid the flower buds to prevent water from splashing on them. Especially when the flower buds are large and the bracts have opened, water on the flower buds can easily cause rot and prevent proper blooming. In addition to not watering clear water on the flower buds of Cattleya orchids, it is also not allowed to water fertilizer. Water around the pot, avoiding the flower buds. If water accidentally splashes on the flower buds, open the windows for ventilation to allow the water to evaporate quickly.
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Does Cattleya orchid need foliar spraying
In winter, the humidity is generally low. When maintaining Cattleya orchids with flower buds, is foliar spraying necessary to increase humidity? The answer is no, it is best not to spray Cattleya orchids, as it can cause two harms: one is that it can easily cause spots on the leaves, affecting the appearance. The other harm is that it can easily spray water on the flower buds, causing them to rot. If the humidity at home is too low, you can spray more around the Cattleya orchids and the ground to increase the humidity around, but do not let the water directly touch the leaves and flower buds. Especially after the flower spike of Cattleya orchids has emerged and the bells have formed, do not let the flower buds come into contact with water, as the harm outweighs the benefits.
Prohibit the use of fast-acting fertilizers
After the minimum temperature drops below 15 degrees, stop applying fast-acting fertilizers to Cattleya orchids once the flower buds have grown, as it can easily cause fertilizer injury. Especially in the late autumn and winter when the temperature difference is large and the minimum temperature is low, do not apply fast-acting fertilizers. When excessive fertilization causes fertilizer injury, the first thing Cattleya orchids discard is the flower buds, which will gradually wither and dry up. Some orchid enthusiasts worry that not fertilizing at this time is not conducive to the growth of flower buds, but as long as the fertilization in the early stage is sufficient, the flower buds will grow and bloom smoothly. If you feel that the early-stage fertilization is insufficient, you can apply some slow-release fertilizers to Cattleya orchids, as long as the dosage is controlled, it is acceptable. However, it is best to apply slow-release fertilizers earlier, not when the flower buds are already large, plump, and about to bloom, as it would be too late by then.
Newly purchased Cattleya orchids should not be fertilized
If your Cattleya orchid is newly purchased with flower buds, do not apply any fertilizer before the flowers fade, as it is not conducive to flowering. The reason is that during the maintenance process, the nursery has already applied enough fertilizer to the Cattleya orchid, which is sufficient for it to bloom properly. If we apply fertilizer again after bringing it home without it adapting to the new environment, it can easily cause fertilizer injury. Most of the Cattleya orchids sold in the market have already had slow-release fertilizers added to the pot, so there is no need to apply more. Only after the Cattleya orchids finish flowering, when the weather warms up in spring, and new shoots and leaves start to grow, should fertilization be considered.
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