Phalaenopsis is a very beautiful, elegant and majestic potted flowering plant. It is very suitable whether placed in the living room or on the balcony of the house. When it flowers, it stands gracefully. Phalaenopsis types are divided into large-flowered types, medium-flowered types and small-flowered types. The large-flowered type has longer flower stems, with a flower diameter of ten centimeters, and larger flowers. have smaller stems, they are shorter and have smaller flowers, but each has its own beauty and the care methods are similar. Generally, the potted Phalaenopsis we raise at home will flower after three years. If grown in a greenhouse, it will flower twice a year. Once the flower blooms, you can enjoy it for two to three months. the house usually lasts a year.
When breeding Phalaenopsis, you need to remember "3 points" in order to haver strong roots, large flowers, erect stems and full branches
How to raise Phalaenopsis How to raise it well so that it can bloom smoothly?
First of all, the soil is particularly important
The soil for growing Phalaenopsis orchids, that is to say the substrate, is very important. You can't use it. ordinary soil to grow flowers, so you need to use loose and fertile leaf mold soil, add shredded bark, moss, etc., and change the potting soil every two years. You can also add more sphagnum moss to make it grow, because its root system is fleshy, so if the soil is not properly prepared, the roots will rot easily and growth will not be good.
Secondly, you need to pay attention to watering and do it well
Phalaenopsis needs sufficient air humidity.forming during the growth period, as well as during its growth period. is dry, it must be watered frequently, even once a day, and not let the medium accumulate water. Air humidity should be increased to 70%. It should be watered more during the growing season and kept well ventilated, but watered less during winter dormancy.
Third, how to maintain it after flowering
After the Phalaenopsis flowers, if it is well taken care of, it can bloom again. Try cutting it. the remaining flowers as soon as possible to avoid consuming too much plant nutrients and maintain a suitable temperature, around 20 degrees is best. During the growing period, you can give it a small amount of nutrient solution, or pour diluted liquid fertilizer once every ten days to promote vigorous growth.
In terms of lighting, Phalaenopsis should notnot be exposed to the sun. It should be kept in a place with diffused light. When the air is dry, water it in time to maintain high air humidity. In addition, Phalaenopsis cannot tolerate cold and must be kept in a warm room in winter.
When the Phalaenopsis orchids in our house have been grown for one or two years, we need to change the pot. When changing the pot, it should be replaced with a flower pot larger than the previous pot. , or use a particularly loose and breathable flower pot. The substrate and soil strengthen its root system and give it enough space for growth. How to breed Phalaenopsis and grow flowers? Start with “3 Little Things” and you will have strong roots and lots of beautiful flowers!