How to Properly Place an Orchid in the House: Avoid Common Mistakes

Orchids are beautiful and elegant plants, but many housewives make mistakes in their care.

Proper placement, temperature, lighting, humidity and ventilation play an important role in their health and flowering.

Anastasia Kovrizhnykh , an expert of the online publication "BelNovosti", an agronomist and landscape designer, told how to care for an orchid.

Avoid common mistakes like overwatering and improper potting to create optimal conditions for orchids in your home.

Temperature

Orchids require a certain temperature to bloom. During the day, the temperature should be between 20-30 degrees, and at night - 18-25 degrees.

Avoid sudden changes in temperature, especially during the cold season.

Lighting

Orchids love bright but diffused light. Place them near windows, avoiding direct sunlight.

In summer, it is preferable to choose windows on the east or west side, and in winter - windows on the south side.

Humidity

Orchids require sufficient humidity. If the humidity in the room is below 50%, the plants may suffer.

You can maintain the required humidity by regularly misting the foliage or placing it next to a container of water.

Ventilation

Provide adequate ventilation in the room to prevent moisture build-up and mold.

Orchids need fresh air to grow healthy.

Mistakes to Avoid

Overwatering

A common mistake is overwatering orchids. Excess moisture can lead to root rot.

Water your plants properly, following the instructions for each type of orchid.

Wrong pot

It is important to choose the right pot for your orchid. It should provide good drainage and allow the roots to breathe.

Use special orchid pots with holes.

Lack of light

Lack of light can cause orchids to fail to bloom.

Place them in areas with adequate lighting or use artificial lighting.

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