Among florists, the skill that makes orchids bloom not just occasionally, but constantly is considered to be the pinnacle of mastery.
There is no need to tell how capricious these flowers are. They need a mild climate, good lighting, but not direct sunlight, and many other special things.
Anastasia Kovrizhnykh , an expert of the online publication "BelNovosti", an agronomist and landscape designer, told where orchids should be kept so that they bloom more often.
What do orchids like?
Firstly, the mild climate;
secondly, good lighting;
thirdly, from 20 to 30 degrees Celsius during the day and 18-25 at night.
Where to keep flowers
It is clear that in winter, in a city apartment, it will be difficult to find such conditions.
After all, air humidity of less than 50% is already critical for an orchid.
But this moment can be regulated by spraying or placing a container of water next to the plant.
As for choosing a place on the windowsill, in summer it is better to choose between the east and west sides.
Windows facing south are not the best option for orchids. You will have to provide protection from direct sunlight.
In winter, on the contrary, it is better to move orchids to the south side, gradually accustoming them to direct sunlight.
If you leave it in the shade, nothing will grow except leaves. You also need to protect the plant from temperature changes, especially in the cold season.
Expert: Anastasia Kovrizhnykh
