Why Orchid Roots Rot: Unobvious Reasons

For some housewives, orchids bloom for years, while for others they bloom only on special occasions and once every five years.

During this time, interest in the plant may fade, problems may arise due to inattention, and the roots may even begin to rot.

An expert of the online publication BelNovosti, agronomist, and landscape designer Anastasia Kovrizhnykh named the non-obvious reasons for orchid root rot.

1. Insufficient lighting

Few people know that when there is a lack of sunlight, moisture evaporation deteriorates and then the roots of a capricious plant can easily begin to rot.

2. Overwatering

This is a mistake made by inexperienced gardeners, who give the plant too much water. The roots do not have time to consume it in this volume and begin to rot.

3. Excess fertilizers

Excess fertilizer causes excessive root growth and root rot.

4. Fungal infections

In this case, signs of a fungal infection appear on the leaves of the plant.

Experience shows that most problems that arise when growing orchids can be avoided by following basic care rules.

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• 29 May 2023

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