How to pot and repot a newly purchased orchid
The following is a detailed introduction for netizens on how to pot and repot a newly purchased orchid, as well as a discussion on the topic of taking care of orchids and the steps for potting. Let's learn about it together next.
Orchids have a delicate fragrance and elegant leaves, and have been famous flowers in China since ancient times. Now, more and more friends enjoy gardening, and the number of orchid enthusiasts is also increasing. Of course, taking care of orchids is a skilled job. How should we pot a new orchid? Let's talk about it specifically today.
First, Inspection
After receiving a new orchid, first check if there are any dried or rotting leaves on the orchid's leaves, and look at the roots to see if there are any dead or rotting roots, as well as any overly long roots.
Second, Trim Rotting Roots
Trim off the hollow, rotting roots, and overly long roots of the orchid. If these roots are not trimmed, they can easily rot after being potted and come into contact with water. After trimming, soak them in a fungicide solution for an hour, then take them out to dry before potting.
Third, Soil
The roots of orchids are relatively robust. They prefer a damp environment but are very afraid of waterlogging. The soil must be loose, breathable, and have good water permeability while also retaining moisture.
You can use large-particle peat soil mixed with 10% vermiculite and a layer of granular soil, volcanic rock, or ceramic granules, or red brick granules. Such granular soil can increase water permeability. Peat soil contains some nutrients, and vermiculite can absorb and retain water. This type of soil is also good for growing orchids. Of course, many people have their own methods for growing orchids, as long as the soil is well-ventilated.
Fourth, Potting
Choose a purple sand pot or ceramic pot with good breathability for the orchid's pot. Place a layer of drainage material at the bottom of the pot, then put a layer of soil at the bottom. You can gently fill the soil around the orchid's roots to avoid crowding them together. Slowly place the orchid's roots in the pot and gently fill in the soil.
After filling the soil, make sure to water thoroughly. Pour the water that was soaked in fungicide into the pot, and make sure to water it thoroughly.
Then place it in a well-ventilated area with plenty of scattered light to acclimate the plant. If the temperature is around 15 degrees Celsius, it will take about a week to acclimate successfully. If the temperature is lower, it will take longer.
After acclimating, gradually expose it to sunlight. In spring and winter, you can expose it to more sunlight. In summer, provide appropriate shading. By growing orchids this way, they will thrive without yellowing leaves or rotting roots, and the flowers will look very good.