Choose the right orchid species, prepare water-cultured containers, clean and disinfect correctly place orchids, pay attention to water quality, light and ventilation, fertilization and pruning temperature and humidity Orchids have been known as the "gentleman among flowers" since ancient times. Their elegant posture and fresh fragrance are deeply loved by people. With the continuous development of modern home culture, water-cultured orchids have gradually become a new favorite in home decoration due to their simplicity, beauty, and easy maintenance. How to cultivate orchids with water can thrive? Blooming the most beautiful flowers? This article will give you a detailed introduction to the cultivation methods of aquatic orchids. Choosing the right orchid variety The choice of water-cultured orchids is crucial. Different varieties have different requirements for water-cultured conditions. Flowers suitable for water-cultured culture include spring orchid, cymbidium, Jiancymbidium, cymbidium, etc. When selecting, you should Choose orchids with healthy roots and no pests and diseases. To prepare water culture containers for water culture orchids, you need to choose transparent and corrosion-resistant containers, such as glass bottles, plastic bottles, etc. The size of the container should be slightly larger than the roots of the orchids to facilitate the extension of the roots. Drain holes should be left at the bottom of the container to prevent water stains from soaking roots. Cleaning and disinfection Before putting orchids into containers, the container should be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected. You can use diluted bleach or disinfectant to soak them to ensure the hygiene of the orchid's growing environment. Properly place orchids When placing orchids into containers, pay attention to the placement of roots. Distribute the roots evenly on the bottom of the container to avoid entangling each other. Place the false bulb of the orchid (the "head" of the orchid) in the center of the container and keep it upright. Pay attention to water quality. Aquatic cultivation of orchids has high water quality requirements. Pure water or filtered tap water should be used. The water quality should be kept clean to avoid the accumulation of impurities and organic matter. The water should be replaced at regular intervals to keep the water quality fresh. Light and ventilation Water cultivation of orchids requires appropriate amount of light, but direct sunlight should be avoided. Place orchids in places with sufficient scattered light, such as balconies, window sills, etc., and maintain a good ventilated environment to prevent disease spots on orchid leaves. Fertilization and pruning Hydro-cultured orchids require appropriate amount of fertilizer during their growth. Special hydroponic orchid fertilizer can be used. After diluting according to the instructions, it can be added to the water at regular intervals. The withered leaves and sickly roots should also be pruned regularly to maintain the growth vitality of orchids. Temperature and humidity Water-grown orchids have certain requirements on temperature and humidity. The appropriate growth temperature is 18-28℃, and the humidity is maintained at 60%-80%. When high temperatures in summer, attention should be paid to ventilation and cooling; when low temperatures in winter, appropriate increase indoor temperature.
Raising orchids in water is a simple and easy way to cultivate them. As long as you master the correct breeding method, orchids can bloom beautiful flowers in the water. I hope the introduction in this article will help you and wish you success in cultivating orchids!