When do butterfly orchids bloom
A comprehensive introduction to when butterfly orchids bloom and sharing orchid care tips during their blooming period. Next, the editor will introduce this to everyone.
【One, When do butterfly orchids bloom】
Generally, butterfly orchids purchased in the market need to be cultivated for three months before they bloom. To make them bloom, careful care is required. Overwatering or under-watering can affect the normal blooming of the butterfly orchid. Therefore, watering should follow the principle of watering only when necessary and watering thoroughly, which can help take good care of the butterfly orchid.
Moreover, the blooming period of butterfly orchids is usually after the Spring Festival, so during this period, flower enthusiasts can fertilize more to promote flower growth. It might not take long before they bloom. After the butterfly orchid blooms and wilts, special attention should be paid to remove the wilted flowers as soon as possible, otherwise, it will reduce nutrient absorption and affect the normal growth of the butterfly orchid.
【Two, How many times do butterfly orchids bloom in a year】
Generally, butterfly orchids cultivated at home bloom only once a year. Only with careful care can they bloom twice or even three times. Temperature is the main factor affecting the differentiation of flower buds in butterfly orchids. Not only does it require a certain amount of annual accumulated temperature but also short-term low-temperature treatment. To make the flowers more abundant, liquid fertilizer can be applied to the leaves and roots during the peak growing period.
When do butterfly orchids bloom during their blooming period
However, many people neglect to take care of their butterfly orchids after the first bloom. In fact, you still need to take care of them at this time, and the butterfly orchid can bloom again very soon, which looks very beautiful. If you also like to grow butterfly orchids, you can try the above methods. Blooming twice a year is a must. Pay attention to the care of butterfly orchids to make them bloom fully.
【Three, Reasons why butterfly orchids do not bloom】
<1. Insufficient watering>
<2. Improper fertilization>
Fertilization should consider the growth period and weather conditions. During the flower bud differentiation period, excessive liquid fertilizer with nitrogen should not be applied, and phosphorus-based fertilizers should be used instead, as this can affect flower bud differentiation and the quality of future blooms. Fertilization should be stopped during the budding period, as it can cause bud withering or falling off. When the temperature is too high in summer or too low in winter, fertilization should also be stopped, as it can affect growth and blooming.
<3. Low temperature>