When is the best time to repot orchids? Miss it, and they will struggle to bloom no matter how well you care for them

Generally, repotting orchids is done in the early stage of growth, that is, in spring, just as they are about to start growing. Repotting at this time is best, because the roots recover quickly, and during growth it helps them absorb nutrients and water, so they grow relatively fast,

If it is an orchid that has been growing for many years, it will have relatively many offshoots growing from the sides. Once the offshoots have grown their own main roots, you can take this opportunity to divide the orchid. Cut the main roots from the connection point and plant them separately. With good care, it is quite normal for one orchid to produce four or five new shoots in a year,

Of course, in greenhouses dedicated to growing orchids, even more small plantlets will be produced, because the fertilizer and water in the greenhouse are abundant and the environment is suitable, so more small plantlets will be produced

For the soil used for orchids, we should use loose and breathable soil, preferably mostly granular soil. Orchid roots are relatively thick water roots, and watering should be sufficient. Only when the potting soil is loose and breathable will more watering not cause root rot,

The growing environment for orchids requires relatively humid conditions. Usually, we should spray water around the orchids more often to increase air humidity

During the growing period of orchids, give them sufficient light. In summer, provide shade and do not expose them to strong sun,

During the growing period, fertilizer and water must be sufficient. Apply a multi-element organic fertilizer once or twice a month. Be sure to apply thin fertilizer frequently, and only then will the orchids grow vigorously. During the bud-forming period of orchids, apply phosphorus and potassium fertilizer once or twice, which helps the flower spikes emerge quickly and produce more flowers

Master these few points, and it is also very easy to grow orchids well

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