What type of soil is best for cultivating Phalaenopsis orchids?
Do you know about these? The following is an introduction to the related experience of growing flowers, including the best soil for cultivating Phalaenopsis orchids and the cultivation methods of Phalaenopsis orchids.
Phalaenopsis orchids originate from tropical rainforest areas and are cultivated in Thailand, the Philippines, and Malaysia, and were later introduced to China, with the highest yield in Taiwan. Phalaenopsis orchids prefer a warm environment and are afraid of severe cold, with a suitable growth temperature of 15-20 degrees Celsius. They enjoy a semi-shaded growing environment and do not tolerate direct sunlight. They also have high requirements for soil and fertilizer use. Next, let's understand the cultivation methods of Phalaenopsis orchids from the aspects of temperature, lighting, fertilization, and the type of soil to use.
1. Temperature
Phalaenopsis orchids prefer a higher temperature growing environment. In autumn and winter when the temperature is low, it is necessary to increase or maintain the temperature for the Phalaenopsis orchids. In summer when the temperature is too high, attention should be paid to ventilation. In addition to temperature, attention should also be paid to air humidity, which is most suitable for the growth of Phalaenopsis orchids at 60-80%.
2. Lighting
Phalaenopsis orchids enjoy shade and are suitable for indoor cultivation. However, it is still necessary for the plants to receive some sunlight to promote growth, with shading during lighting to avoid direct sunlight burning the leaves and flowers.
3. Fertilization
Phalaenopsis orchids require fertilization throughout the year, especially during the growing season in summer. In winter, with low temperatures and slow growth, fertilization can be reduced or stopped. The timing of fertilization should be before watering, and it is important to rinse the pot and the orchid plant with clean water after watering to prevent the inorganic salts in the fertilizer from burning the roots.
4. Soil
The growth of Phalaenopsis orchids requires soil that is loose, well-ventilated, and has good drainage. Both sandy soil and garden soil can be used. In addition to sandy and garden soil, you can also mix your own soil, using bark, sawdust mixed with organic fertilizer as a growing medium for Phalaenopsis orchids, which is very good and ensures better absorption of water and nutrients by the orchids.
The above content introduced for you about the best soil for cultivating Phalaenopsis orchids and the explanation of the cultivation methods of Phalaenopsis orchids is for the reference of green plant enthusiasts, and it is hoped that it can solve your problems in the management of green plants and flowers.