How to Make an Orchid Bloom All Year Round: Care Secrets
Orchid is a plant with graceful and beautiful flowers that can become a decoration for any room.
But in order for the orchid not to stop blooming, you need to create certain conditions for it and take care of it.
In this article, we will share with you what place in the house to choose for an orchid so that it gives you its beauty.
Lighting is one of the main factors that influence orchid flowering.
The orchid needs bright diffused light, but does not tolerate direct sunlight. Therefore, it is better to place the orchid on windows facing east or west. On the southern window, the orchid should be protected from the sun with tulle or blinds, and on the northern window, additionally illuminated with a phytolamp. For the orchid, a light duration of 12-14 hours is desirable.
Temperature is another important factor for orchid blooming. Orchid likes moderate heat with little difference between day and night temperatures.
Depending on the type of orchid, the temperature should be between 18 and 28 degrees during the day and between 15 and 20 degrees at night. Avoid sudden changes in temperature and drafts, which can damage the plant.
Watering and humidity are also necessary conditions for orchid blooming. Orchid is a tropical plant that requires humid air, but does not allow stagnant water in the pot. Orchid should be watered moderately, when the top layer of the substrate dries out.
For watering, use soft, settled water at room temperature. Regularly spray the leaves and roots of the orchid from a spray bottle or place the pot on a tray with wet stones or moss. The optimal humidity for an orchid is 50-70%.
The fourth thing that helps orchids bloom is feeding and replanting. Orchids need to be fed once every two weeks with special fertilizers for orchids according to the instructions on the package.
The orchid needs to be replanted once every two or three years or when the substrate becomes dense and does not allow water to pass through well. For replanting, use a transparent pot and a special substrate for orchids.
By following these simple rules, you can grow a healthy and beautiful orchid that will delight you with its flowering.
