Are Phalaenopsis orchids easy to grow? They are actually not difficult, and even beginners can grow them well

Because Phalaenopsis orchids are on the expensive side among many flowers, quite a few gardening enthusiasts do not dare to buy them casually. They want to first find out whether Phalaenopsis orchids are easy to grow, and then decide whether to buy them. In fact, Phalaenopsis orchids are not difficult to grow. As long as you master the key points, you do not need to pay any "tuition."

The reason some gardening enthusiasts fail to grow Phalaenopsis orchids well is mainly that there are certain misunderstandings in their care methods and understanding.

For example, some gardening enthusiasts kindly prepare all kinds of fertile soil for Phalaenopsis orchids, but in fact Phalaenopsis orchids are epiphytic orchids, and their roots do not need to be buried in soil. Even potted Phalaenopsis orchids have roots exposed outside. For example, the Phalaenopsis orchid in the picture below is fixed to a tree, with its roots fixed with sphagnum moss.

　　Now let's talk about the key points for caring for Phalaenopsis orchids

It is best not to grow them in a place with overly strong light; bright indirect light is enough. Pay attention to indoor ventilation. Because Phalaenopsis orchids are afraid of cold, they must be kept above 10 degrees to overwinter. The suitable growing temperature is around 20 degrees (in winter, water less or not at all at low temperatures; below 13°C it is best to add warmth, and the minimum should not be lower than 10°C. This is a way to improve the survival rate.). Phalaenopsis orchids are afraid of too much water, and watering too much easily causes root rot. Just keep the sphagnum moss slightly moist. If the growing environment has good air circulation and water evaporates relatively quickly, you can mist the leaves, but try to keep water from getting into the leaf crown, as it will rot.

If Phalaenopsis orchids show withered leaves, there may be several possible reasons: 1. caused by root rot; 2. disease; 3. no watering for a long time; 5. being placed in a particularly dark place for a long time.

Below is another money-saving tip for growing Phalaenopsis orchids. Generally speaking, in-season Phalaenopsis orchids are relatively expensive, but after the flowering period, there are many Phalaenopsis orchids in poor condition at the flower market, and merchants will sell them cheaply. Because Phalaenopsis orchids can still bloom again the next year, if you are a gardening enthusiast who does not have high requirements for appearance and takes pleasure in growing flowers, you can consider taking a trip to the flower market after the flowering period!