How to grow orchids? Orchid-growing tips passed down from the ancients
The "Twelve-Month Tips" are spoken according to the lunar calendar, and are recorded as follows: In the first month, place them in the east, facing the sunlight opposite Li Ming; morning and evening sun exposure need not be managed, just keep the green color from changing from its usual state. In the second month, cultivation is actually difficult, you must guard against the leaves developing partridge spots; insert bamboo around them to prevent wind breakage, cherish the leaves as you would cherish a jade ring. In the third month, new shoots emerge from the old clump, remember the flowerpot must face away from the west wind; beware of damp places breeding lice, and the roots still dislike strong manure.
The "Twelve-Month Tips" are spoken according to the lunar calendar, and are recorded as follows:
In the first month, place them in the east, facing the sunlight opposite Li Ming;
Morning and evening sun exposure need not be managed, just keep the green color from changing from its usual state.
In the second month, cultivation is actually difficult, you must guard against the leaves developing partridge spots;
Insert bamboo around them to prevent wind breakage, cherish the leaves as you would cherish a jade ring.
In the third month, new shoots emerge from the old clump, remember the flowerpot must face away from the west wind;
Beware of damp places breeding lice, and the roots still dislike strong manure.
In the fourth month, the courtyard suddenly grows hot, and the soil in the pot dries immediately;
Do not water with fresh well water, occasionally pour greasy water for the sweetest taste.
In the fifth month, new fragrance fills the old desk, the deep green shade is the most peaceful;
At this time the leaves recede according to their nature, and after pruning they grow back even more.
In the sixth month, the blazing sun adds summer heat, the fragrant branches and leaves are just producing flowers;
A cool pavilion or waterside chamber can settle them, or build a frame in front of the eaves for shade.
In the seventh month, although the summer heat fades, it is best to water once every three days;
Earthworms damaging the roots are most detested, use bitter soap decocted in water mixed with urine.
In the eighth month, the weather feels slightly cool, and wind and sun do no harm;
The dirty water of the whole year must now be changed, using water soaked with chicken feathers.
In the ninth month, there is light frost, so be careful where they are placed in front of the steps and under the eaves;
If ants or insects appear, guard against yellow swelling, sprinkle oil tea on the leaves so they are not harmed.
In the tenth month, the warm spring weather returns, and next year's flower buds form again;
Not exposing the secluded roots is the truly wondrous method, and when the pot is full you must urgently repot.
In the eleventh month, the weather is suitable for facing the sun, and at night you must carefully store them away.
Always keep the soil surface slightly moist; when it is dry, the leaves turn yellow.
In the twelfth month, wind is cold and snow flies again, strictly store them in a warm place to protect the young branches;
Wait until the freeze thaws and spring takes charge, then move them to the courtyard to face the sunlight.