Every one of us likes the orchids its sign of love and favored as either a corsage worn on the dress, or as a wrist band at most Proms. Orchids have no scent, but their beauty and elegant colors gives the wearer a sense of pride, not quite felt with wearing a Carnation and have the bright and magnificent colors. So everybody like to have this plant indoor so you need to know the specifics of how to take care of Orchids properly.
Water: Give the Water thoroughly when dry and allow the media to dry in-between watering. Its use more water when they are in flower. Don’t spray the water directly on flowers as it makes them susceptible to fungus. Keep evenly moist and never let the media dry out completely. Allow the water to completely drain before replacing it into the decorative pottery planter. Newer allow it to sit in water, as it will kill the plant. Better to plant in the shell of a coconut, bark or cork. Their roots grow from the top, and not the bottom as usually found in plants.
Temperature: Orchids are grown in 65-85F (18-30C) is best. For brief periods, they can withstand temperatures ranging from 60 to 100F (16-37C) but they dislike sudden temperature changes.
Blooms: With proper care, the plant should grow and bloom annually. Orchids blooming time is from late winter, primarily February and March. Blooms normally last from 4 to 12 weeks. Cool nighttime temperature below 20F or below help to initiate blooms. If blooms fade, cut off the spike ½ inch above where it projects from the foliage.
Feeding: In winter don’t give the feed the plant. During the late spring give balanced fertilizer every other watering, using 1/3 the normal concentration.
Containers: Containers are also important factor plant growth so container can be either plastic or clay, although clay is often preferred due to its excellent porosity. If using clay containers, enlarge the drainage hole or make additional holes on the sides (near the bottom) of the pot.
Repotting: When the plant produces more new canes or spikes, they can eventually outgrow their pot. So the growth of that plant might be stop so Carefully replant your plant into a larger pot with porous media and good drainage.
Water: Give the Water thoroughly when dry and allow the media to dry in-between watering. Its use more water when they are in flower. Don’t spray the water directly on flowers as it makes them susceptible to fungus. Keep evenly moist and never let the media dry out completely. Allow the water to completely drain before replacing it into the decorative pottery planter. Newer allow it to sit in water, as it will kill the plant. Better to plant in the shell of a coconut, bark or cork. Their roots grow from the top, and not the bottom as usually found in plants.
Temperature: Orchids are grown in 65-85F (18-30C) is best. For brief periods, they can withstand temperatures ranging from 60 to 100F (16-37C) but they dislike sudden temperature changes.
Blooms: With proper care, the plant should grow and bloom annually. Orchids blooming time is from late winter, primarily February and March. Blooms normally last from 4 to 12 weeks. Cool nighttime temperature below 20F or below help to initiate blooms. If blooms fade, cut off the spike ½ inch above where it projects from the foliage.
Feeding: In winter don’t give the feed the plant. During the late spring give balanced fertilizer every other watering, using 1/3 the normal concentration.
Containers: Containers are also important factor plant growth so container can be either plastic or clay, although clay is often preferred due to its excellent porosity. If using clay containers, enlarge the drainage hole or make additional holes on the sides (near the bottom) of the pot.
Repotting: When the plant produces more new canes or spikes, they can eventually outgrow their pot. So the growth of that plant might be stop so Carefully replant your plant into a larger pot with porous media and good drainage.
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