When do orchids bloom?
As one of the four gentlemen of flowers, orchids are highly favored for their elegant and refined posture. However, many flower enthusiasts are often confused by the uncertainty of the blooming period of orchids. In fact, the blooming period of this elegant plant is closely related to the variety characteristics and maintenance methods. Mastering the growth patterns of different orchids and combining them with scientific maintenance methods can achieve the elegance of enjoying flowers all year round.
Correspondence Table of Orchid Varieties and Blooming Periods
Spring Orchid Series: Early Spring Bloom
The spring orchid family includes several classic varieties, with traditional spring orchids mostly blooming in February to March, and jiutou orchids slightly later, from March to April. This type of orchid prefers a cool and cold environment and requires a low-temperature vernalization process in winter to bud normally.
Jian Orchid Series: Late Summer to Mid-Autumn
Jian orchids are known for their super long blooming period, lasting from July to October. They have obvious reblooming characteristics, and with proper maintenance, they can bloom 2-3 times a year, especially suitable for cultivation in the humid and hot climate of the south.
Cold Ink Double Series: Winter Surprise
Cold orchids and ink orchids are the main force for winter blooming. Cold orchids have two blooming periods, from June to July and November to February, while ink orchids bloom from November to the following February, coinciding with the traditional Chinese New Year, hence the name "New Year's Orchid."
Four-Dimensional Maintenance Method for Orchid Bloom Promotion
Temperature Control: Creating Temperature Difference
A day-night temperature difference of 8-10℃ is most conducive to bud differentiation. Maintain 18-25℃ during the day and reduce to about 15℃ at night. You can use methods such as opening windows at night or placing them on a north-facing balcony to naturally lower the temperature.
Water Management: Soft Water Irrigation
Use rainwater or tap water that has been standing for 48 hours, combined with the "wet-dry" method: water thoroughly when the surface of the matrix is dry for 2cm, and maintain the air humidity at 65%±5%, with foliar spraying twice a day.
Light Control: Dynamic Adjustment
Receive morning light for 3-4 hours in spring and autumn, and shade 70% in summer to avoid scorching. When using shade nets, be sure to rotate the pot regularly to ensure even light exposure for the plant.
Nutrition Supply: Precise Fertilization
Apply orchid special fertilizer (N-P-K=20-20-20) every month during the growing period, and switch to diammonium phosphate (diluted 1500 times) before budding, combined with buried application of bone meal, effectively improving the quality of blooming.
By selecting the right variety and combining it with proper maintenance, it is entirely possible to achieve annual blooming of orchids. It is recommended to keep a maintenance log to record temperature and humidity changes, and adjust the management plan based on the plant's condition. When the leaves show a glossy luster and the pseudobulbs are plump and round, it is the best sign of blooming.