How to water Cymbidium during flowering period
As a popular variety in the New Year flower market, Cymbidium is deeply loved for its tall and straight branches and gorgeous flowers. To achieve the full flowering period of 25-40 days, scientific watering is the key to maintenance. This article will systematically analyze flowering watering strategies and full-cycle maintenance points to help you cultivate healthy and elegant orchid plants. Rules for precise water control during flowering period 1. The watering frequency and amount of water are controlled from the flowering stage from October to April of the following year. It is recommended to use the "three observation method": observe the pot soil (the surface layer is 2cm dry), observe the false bulbs (slightly shrunk), and observe the leaves (the luster is reduced)., maintain a watering cycle of 5-7 days. The amount of watering each time should be such that a small amount of water seeps out of the hole in the bottom of the basin to avoid stagnant water causing root rot. 2. Water quality and water temperature requirements It is recommended to use tap water or rainwater that is left standing for 24 hours. The water temperature needs to maintain a temperature difference of ±2℃ from room temperature. Winter watering is recommended at noon to avoid low temperatures that stimulate root systems. Potassium dihydrogen phosphate (concentration 0.1%) can be added to the water once a month to enhance the color of flowers. 3. Environmental humidity management is combined with watering for humidity control. Through "three-level wet enhancement": tray wetting pebbles (basic moisture retention), morning and evening spraying (30cm away from the plant), and humidifier assistance (maintaining 50-60% humidity), effectively Prevent brown spots of flower buds. Full-cycle maintenance system 1. Water management during the growth period."Progressive water replenishment" is implemented during the growth period from March to June: watering thoroughly every 2 days in early spring (15-20℃), and watering once every morning and evening in early summer (25℃+). Pay attention to no accumulated water at the base of the new buds, and cooperate with the ceramsite paving once a month to prevent stifling roots. 2. Water control techniques in autumn and winter enter the water control period below 10℃, and the "semi-amount irrigation method" is used: only 50% of the regular water is poured each time, and the interval is extended to 5-7 days. It is recommended to use the bamboo stick test method: insert the bamboo stick into 2/3 of the pot soil, and water it when the wet part of the bamboo stick does not exceed 1/3 after being pulled out. 3. Special care during the dormancy period. The "dry-drying alternating method" is implemented during the post-flowering hibernation period (April to May): water will be resumed after aerial roots appear at the base of the new buds. In the initial stage, the dipping pot method (the water level reaches 1/3 of the pot height) will be used for 10 minutes., gradually transition to regular watering.
Through scientific watering management, combined with a suitable temperature of 18-25 ° C and scattered light of 20,000 - 30,000 lux, Cymbidium can achieve re-flowering every year. Remember the mantra of "winter moistens summer penetrates spring and autumn", combined with regular rotation of the flowerpot to ensure uniform light reception, you will reap a feast of orchids that continues to bloom.