How to care for black orchids to make them bloom quickly
Main content introduction: This is an introduction to how to care for black orchids to make them bloom quickly and the correct method of growing orchids on the balcony. The editor of this site will introduce the following.
Black orchids are a relatively easy-to-care-for variety among orchids. They have wide leaves and deep color, and they are quite simple to maintain. Xiaoqi started with black orchids when he first began caring for orchids because he knows an older brother who has been growing black orchids for many years. Before meeting him, he had been taking care of a pot of black orchids for more than 10 years without any dried or yellow leaves, and they bloomed every year. Today, let's talk about how to care for black orchids well to keep them growing continuously, with better leaf growth, more new sprouts, and more blooms.
One, choose the right soil. In fact, black orchids are relatively easy to care for. We can completely follow the soil preparation method for other orchids, using a breathable and water-permeable mix that also contains some nutrients. You can directly use granulated peat soil, peanut shells, and small ceramic granules, mixed in a 1:1 ratio, and there will be no problems when growing black orchids.
Two, water properly. Like other orchids, the roots of black orchids are quite thick and white, like flesh. When caring for black orchids, we must not let the potting soil stay too dry for long. We can water the plant when the soil is almost dry, making sure it is thoroughly wet. However, remember to water in a well-ventilated environment to prevent root rot, which is the most reliable method. The simplest method is to insert a long bamboo stick near the bottom of the pot. When you want to water, pull out the stick to check; if the bottom is dry, water thoroughly. But make sure to water thoroughly, not just half or on one side. When watering, try to rotate the pot to water it several times. Remember not to water with both hot and cold water.
Three, fertilize appropriately. First, if we want to grow black orchids well, we can't do without fertilizer. How should we choose fertilizers? Use a multi-element fertilizer during the growing season to provide root and leaf growth, and promote new sprouts. Its growing season is generally from after flowering until summer arrives. Therefore, you can use a multi-element fertilizer during this season. But in summer, when it is in a slower growth phase, which is usually the time for bud differentiation, you should not fertilize or water too frequently. Only water when the soil is completely dry, but ensure sufficient fertilization. How to fertilize? Choose phosphorus and potassium fertilizers, such as potassium dihydrogen phosphate, and apply once a month to ensure it does not lack these elements, which helps in quick bud differentiation, continuing to use until the flower buds emerge and are about to bloom, then stop using potassium dihydrogen phosphate.
How to care for black orchids to make them bloom quickly
Four, provide appropriate lighting. Black orchids are very shade-tolerant plants, unlike other orchids, they do not require placement in the strongest light. Placing them in a bright area indoors with 1-2 hours of scattered light is enough for them to grow normally, without becoming leggy, having pale leaves, or not blooming. Do not expose them to direct sunlight, as excessive light can cause yellowing of the leaf edges and black spots, leading to sunburn. In spring and winter, you can expose them to more light, as the light is weaker during these seasons, which helps in their rapid growth and bud differentiation, leading to taller sprouts and blooming.
Black orchids are very easy to care for. Use the same soil preparation method as other orchids, ensure good breathability and water permeability, fertilize regularly, water thoroughly when the soil is almost dry, provide reasonable lighting, avoid direct sun, and ensure good ventilation. This prevents waterlogging and root rot. By watering and fertilizing properly, the roots and leaves will grow, and with good ventilation, there will be no rotting leaves or roots. Choose the right fertilizer, grow during the growing season, and bloom during the flowering season. This is the best method to care for black orchids. Beginners can learn and try, and you will be able to care for them well.
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