How to cultivate hanging orchid
A collection of life knowledge, discussing the cultivation methods of hanging orchid and its characteristics and maintenance tips, let's learn about it together.
Hanging orchid potted plants are a very common ornamental leaf plant in homes. Many flower enthusiasts keep one or two pots in the living room, mainly for two reasons: one is that it can purify the indoor air, as the air purification ability of hanging orchid is well-known; the other is that its leaves remain green and lush throughout the year, making it relatively easy to care for and maintain. Speaking of cultivating hanging orchid, although it is easy to grow, there are still some tricks to it. Some flower enthusiasts, not paying enough attention to maintenance, often cause the leaves to turn yellow, dry and blacken. In fact, to keep hanging orchid healthy, we only need to remember a few tips to ensure it stays green all year round.
These three "hanging orchid tips" will make it grow wildly after learning them, and the small hanging orchid will keep growing.
Before discussing the maintenance tips of hanging orchid, we should first have a general understanding of its growth characteristics. For example, hanging orchid prefers to live in a sunny and well-ventilated position, and the sunlight should be diffused. Moreover, in terms of soil, it is suitable to grow in loose, fertile, and slightly acidic soil containing humus. If the nutrient soil is dry, nutrient-poor, or compacted, it is not conducive to the robust growth of hanging orchid. In terms of watering, hanging orchid prefers a humid environment, so it should be watered frequently to keep the soil moist.
Maintenance Tip 1: Rotate the pot
Flower enthusiasts who have been cultivating hanging orchid for a long time must know the importance of this detail. Recently, a flower enthusiast left a message asking why half of their hanging orchid leaves were growing vigorously with new branches popping out, while the other half were short and lacked luster. In fact, this is because you haven't rotated the pot for a long time. Generally, we place the hanging orchid close to the balcony to receive sunlight and carry out photosynthesis to synthesize chlorophyll, making the leaves green. However, sunlight can only shine on one side of the pot throughout the day. If you rotate the pot once a week to evenly receive sunlight, it will make the hanging orchid more symmetrical and increase its ornamental value.
Maintenance Tip 2: Change the pot
Everyone knows that watering and sunlight are important, but don't overlook the importance of changing the pot. As the saying goes, "People rely on clothes and horses rely on saddles," and the growth of flowers is influenced by the pot to some extent. Why is that? When the nutrient soil in the pot is not changed for a long time, or chemical fertilizers are used frequently, over time, the soil will become compacted, blocking the drainage holes at the bottom of the pot. Every time you water, it easily leads to waterlogging, and the roots of the hanging orchid will rot quickly. That's not the main issue; the key is that not changing the pot for a long time will make it airtight and hinder the growth of the root system, which is not conducive to robust growth. Therefore, changing the pot is very important for cultivating hanging orchid. You can change it now or in the spring of next year, and make sure to check if the roots are rotting when changing the pot.
How to cultivate hanging orchid
Maintenance Tip 3: Fertilize
Every potted plant needs fertilizing. Some flower enthusiasts may say, "Maybe not for the hydroponic lucky bamboo?" This thought is wrong. Hydroponic flowers also need fertilizing, just using liquid fertilizer as a substitute. Hanging orchid, with its lush leaves, requires a sufficient supply of fertilizer. Especially now in autumn, sufficient fertilization is necessary for robust growth and safe wintering. Speaking of fertilizing hanging orchid, I recommend using two types of fertilizers. One is to use cooked and fermented soybeans as an organic nitrogen fertilizer, applying it once a month. The other is to prepare some monopotassium phosphate powder, dissolve it in water, and spray it on the leaves of the hanging orchid once a month. With such fertilization, it will be evident after about two months that the hanging orchid is becoming more vigorous.
The knowledge shared above is the tips and details for maintaining hanging orchid. These tips are not only applicable to hanging orchid but also to other common houseplants like pothos and kaffir lily. Finally, a reminder to flower enthusiasts: in the late autumn, when the weather cools down, the growth temperature of flowers generally drops below 10°C, which hinders growth. Therefore, it is important to pay attention to the temperature and move them indoors for maintenance when it's too low.
The above is a comprehensive explanation of how to cultivate hanging orchid, its characteristics, and maintenance knowledge, hoping it can help you.