A Detailed Guide to Growing and Caring for Cymbidium Orchids

Cymbidium orchids are grown in many households. It is a plant that has been artificially improved, and because it produces many large flowers among orchids, it is named the Cymbidium orchid. So how should Cymbidium orchids be grown? Follow the editor and take a look.

1. Growing Methods

1. Prepare the soil

Soil is a basic element in growing Cymbidium orchids. Cymbidium orchids are epiphytic plants, so they also have relatively special requirements for soil material selection. Generally, a relatively large-particle growing medium should be chosen, such as coconut husk, crushed brick pieces, or sphagnum moss. Before planting, add an appropriate amount of base fertilizer, then water with an appropriate amount of water.

2. Sufficient light

Compared with traditional orchid plants, Cymbidium orchids have relatively higher light requirements. Insufficient light will cause their resistance to become weaker, thereby affecting the growth and development of Cymbidium orchids. In spring, appropriate shading is needed; in summer, they should be grown in a half-shade, half-sun environment; in autumn and winter, they should receive more light. This is beneficial to their growth and development.

3. Reasonable watering

The soil for Cymbidium orchids is better kept on the dry side, and too much water should not be poured. Generally, in winter it is best to water once every 3-5 days. In spring, as temperatures rise, the frequency of watering should gradually increase. By summer, they can be watered once a day, and each watering should be moderate to avoid water accumulation in the soil. After summer, the frequency of watering should be appropriately reduced.

4. Regular fertilizing

When planting, soil rich in humus is mostly used, so later fertilizing of Cymbidium orchids deserves particular attention. From March to September, fertilizers containing more nitrogen should be chosen, and after October, fertilizers containing more phosphorus and potassium should be chosen.

2. Precautions

Cymbidium orchids are generally propagated by division, so no special pruning or care is needed. Occasionally, if there are weeds or dead branches and miscellaneous leaves, just prune them, which will make it more attractive. The tips of its leaves can also be pruned off, because the tips very easily turn yellow and wither. The pests of Cymbidium orchids are generally slugs, spider mites, and so on. When the infestation is severe, the leaves will turn yellow and gradually rot. Slug killers or trichlorfon acaricide can be sprayed from behind the flowers and leaves for control.

  The above is an introduction to the growing methods and precautions for Cymbidium orchids. We hope it can help you. If you want to learn more related knowledge, please stay tuned to us.