How long does Phalaenopsis bloom?
As a star variety among orchid plants, Phalaenopsis has become a popular choice for home green plants due to its elegant flower appearance. Many flower friends often encounter two major puzzles during the maintenance process: How long can flowers bloom? How to scientifically maintain flowers after they die? This article will systematically analyze the key points of full-cycle maintenance of Phalaenopsis. The natural flowering period of Phalaenopsis reveals the relationship between variety characteristics and flowering period. The normal flowering period of the native species Phalaenopsis is concentrated from April to June, which can last for 2-3 months. Modern horticultural varieties have been improved. Large flower varieties such as "Mantianhong" can last for 120 days, and mini varieties such as "Dumbo" can last for about 45 days. The "V3" variety cultivated by (T-W) can even achieve intermittent flowering throughout the year. Environmental regulation and lengthening flowering period. Controlling the temperature at 18-25℃ and humidity at 60%-70% can prolong the flowering period by 15%. Ensure scattered light for 4 hours a day and avoid direct light at noon. Rotating the flowerpot 45 degrees every week allows the flower arrows to receive light evenly and avoid misaligned crowns. Three-level pruning rule for the full process of post-flowering restoration maintenance 1. Healthy plants: Keep 4-5 nodes of the flower stem and prune them to stimulate the germination of dormant buds. Weak plant treatment: Cut flat 2 cm away from the base to concentrate nutrition and restore vitality. 3. Tool disinfection: Use 75% alcohol to wipe pruning shears to prevent incision infection. Precise nutrient supply plan to apply water-soluble fertilizers 7 days after flower, and adjust the ratio of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium to 20-20-20. Adopt the principle of "thin fertilizer and frequent application": apply 1000 times liquid fertilizer every 10 days in spring and autumn, and switch to 3000 times liquid fertilizer in summer. It is recommended to apply seaweed essence in conjunction to promote the development of aerial roots. Intelligent moisture management uses the "dipping basin method" to replenish water: the water temperature must be consistent with the ambient temperature, soak for 10 minutes and then drain. When the moss on the surface of the substrate turns white, replenish water to maintain the internal micro-moisture state. In the rainy season, 5% charcoal particles need to be mixed into the plant material to enhance drainage performance.
Through scientific maintenance and management, Phalaenopsis can fully achieve "double opening in one year". Remove old leaves in time after flowering, maintain a temperature difference of 6-8℃ between day and night, and combine with topdressing application of phosphorus and potassium fertilizers, flower buds can be reproduced after 60 days. Master these key skills and let your Phalaenopsis bloom gracefully every year.